Burke and Erin's Wedding in San Juan

Hi to all...

Well folks, it is now 1 week after "the wedding" in San Juan and things are getting back to normal. I have tried to send the links to all the photos taken while we were in San Juan. A great time was had by all.

We started upon our arrival on a whirlwind 5 days of magic for the kids. Thursday was check in day and saying hello to all of the approximately 50 family and friends. Friday began with a full morning on the beach sharpening up every one's tan. The afternoon was filled with the rehearsal at the Gallery Inn. The Inn is a 300 year old barracks for Spanish soldiers located in Old San Juan on the Ocean front. It has been converted in a Bed 'n' Breakfast with 16 rooms, swimming pool, wine cellar, open lounge and quaint little areas for seclusion for couples. (Photos fill my web site for anyone interested.) Evening brought a local flavor at the rehearsal dinner on the beach with an open air dinner and drinks and the opportunity to meet and greet all the future in-laws, outlaws and friends.

Saturday was filled with excitement for all. The ladies with hair and makeup, the guys getting ready for the big 5:00pm wedding at the Inn. Transportation was handled by limos and a private bus so no one had to worry about traveling from the condos to "ole San Juan" for the wedding. The wedding went off without a hitch as evidenced by the photos and the smiles on every one's faces. Dinner in the wine cellar and dancing filled the evening with beverages and music enjoyed by every one. The Inn's personnel were magnificent in their handling of the wedding and reception. All attendees went home with a happy exhasution.

Sunday was a day relaxation and visiting with the families on the beach except for the Strickers and the Detters. We all went into "ole San Juan" and toured the shops and purchased cigars from Don Collins and went on a tour of the Castillo San Cristobal. A part of the defense system built by the Spaniards as early as 1539. The Spanish Empire spent 250 years fortifying this location. It allowed them to control access and commerce in and out of the new World. Castillo San Cristobal protected the city from land based attacks. Castillo San Felipe del Morro, about 1 mile northwest of San Cristobal protected the port from sea going enemies. Plenty of photos were take of San Cristobal.

Monday brought a snokelling excursion on a 90 foot cat. Great fun was had by everyone enjoying the view of the reefs, coral and fish. Dinner with the newlyweds and some great sleep.

Tuesday was departure day and all headed home except for the bride and groom. They were off on their honeymoon.......

That's all for etcetera today.....Thanks for reading.