After a lot of planning and a few sleepless nights we were off to potrorillos for a long weekend break and the baptism for Landon. We had chosen a location in the foot hills of the Andes Mountains because of the beautiful surroundings and the fact that we could enjoy a few days away.
We tried to rent a house to hold a garden party but all the landlords refused because we were inviting about 50 people. We eventually found a field which is part of a garden centre to hold our party and a house to rent which was also on the same plot.
The Friday and Saturday was spent relaxing or racing up the mountains on a quad bike and eating good food or drinking beer. Sunday morning came very quick and it was all go from the off. We had hired a large tent which was delivered and set up on the Saturday and about 10:30 on Sunday we had the delivery of the sofas and tables etc. The baptism was to start at noon and it was a rush to get ready and get to the church.
We arrived with about 5 minutes to spare and we quickly found our seats at the front. We were sharing the ceremony with another couple who only booked the week before otherwise it would had been just us.
I am glad the other people did book because it would have been very lonely because Florencia´s entire family except the ones who came with us didn't arrive on time and missed the service. To say that I was pissed off would be an understatement.
I like things to go as planned and not just for us, we put in a lot of time, effort and money to make it happen but for Landon too, I thought people would make more of an effort to be there early just in case to make sure they shared his special moment. The service itself went well and I was pleased for him even though I am not a Christian I plan to encourage him to follow.
After that I found it hard to enjoy myself. The rest of the day went well, everyone eventually turned up and we spent the afternoon taking photos and talking. Everyone said they had a nice time and the party was beautifully presented so I was pleased in the end.
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it was a beautiful day and everyone enjoyed it, including me. Thanks Jay!
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