Goodbye Summer
It’s been a busy summer with weddings and harvest. We had some wonderful dry and warm celebrations in May and June, while July and August tested some of our couples and their dreams of an outdoor ceremony and reception. But despite the rain the celebrations were fantastic and it just shows that regardless of the weather your wedding day is still one of the most memorable days of your life for all the right reasons. Harvest was also challenged by the weather and more often than not as soon as the combine came out the sunshine disappeared!!
Harvest and weddings
Harvest and weddings are two timeless and interconnected aspects of human culture that have played pivotal roles in societies throughout history. These seemingly disparate events share deep-rooted significance, symbolising abundance, unity, and the cyclical nature of life. While harvests celebrate the bountiful rewards of hard work and nature’s generosity, weddings mark the union of two souls, forging new beginnings amidst the backdrop of plenty. Together, they reflect the essence of life’s journey – from sowing seeds to reaping the harvest, and from finding love to celebrating it.
Community
Both harvest and weddings also highlight the importance of community and togetherness. Harvest festivals are communal events, bringing people together to share the fruits of their labour and reinforce social bonds. Likewise, weddings are joyous occasions where family and friends come together to witness and celebrate the union of two people. In this sense, both events are opportunities to strengthen the fabric of society and create lasting memories.
Connection
Harvest and weddings are not only celebrations of the tangible and intangible riches of life but also a reflection of the deep-seated human desire for connection, unity, and continuity.
Photographers – Kate Ventress, George Chesterton, David Scammell
