THURSDAY 8TH MAY 2025 Still in San Antonio, this was a day when we were free-wheeling, not governed by the stops of the hop on-hop off trolley, rather by what was within comfortable walking distance. We kicked off with breakfast at Schilo's. This German influenced restaurant claims to be the first in San Antonio. We … Continue reading Last Day in San Antonio: From Towers to Art Museums
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Memorable Moments from Lilly’s Celestial Wedding
SATURDAY 26TH APRIL 2025 Looks as if we have lost the men The big day arrived - the day my childhood friend became Mrs Saint John. To the best of my knowledge she has never conceded her maiden name in her prior marriages - but, hey it's not a name to let pass one by. … Continue reading Memorable Moments from Lilly’s Celestial Wedding
Insights from a Day in San Francisco: Marriage Licenses, Public Transport, and Local Culture
FRIDAY 25TH APRIL 2025 With a marriage scheduled to take place in about thirty hours, the first order of this day was to get a Marriage License. This saw us accompanying the bride- and groom-to-be to a County Clerk's office. We drove to Contra Costa County in Martinez, California. I have no idea why. It … Continue reading Insights from a Day in San Francisco: Marriage Licenses, Public Transport, and Local Culture
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