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Written by GR Staff
Saturday, 06 March 1999
Dear Sir, We want to extend our heart-felt thanks to Merry Barrickman who wrote such a wonderful coverage of our wedding. We realize she had to shuffle her busy schedule to attend some of our pre-wedding events and want her to know it was greatly appreciated. We would appreciate your permission to add a few thanks and recognitions of our own that could not be incorporated into Merry's article. To Sandra Loridans who gave so much of her valuable time and work to make the reception held at her mountain home an elegant and "fairy-tale" event. The beautifully decorated box favors on the guest tables filled with candy kisses were created by Shirley Mayfield and made by the staff of Southern Touch. Good ol' boy Grady Allen, owner of the 1929 Ford, who decorated the car and drove us to the reception. The hosts who so graciously opened their homes to accommodate our many out of town guests. Janet Bergeson who designed and made the adorable dancing tennis shoes that helped keep the bride from breaking an ankle. Jack Worthington for lending his expertise in professional photography for the affair. Diana of "Diana de Italia" on the outstanding dinner and decorations for the rehearsal dinner serving 48 people. Don Diego for preparing chili for our group during his hectic schedule and before winning the Mexican chili title. American Legion Post Seven kitchen manager Leo Brandon, and chef Raul, for preparing an enormous brunch buffet for our group on Saturday, their day off! Due to the serious illness of our dearest friend, Lee Oltman, Barbara Craig-Paul (guest from Ontario, Canada) joined Laurie Shaw at the guest book. And a special note, candle lighter Lisa Morales from Bay City, Texas, is the baby sister of the bride. Thank you to all of our many friends who attended and shared our very special time. It was a glorious day! Jeanie and Leon Peine, Ajijic