Well about a month ago now when the dreaded ash could was looming over Europe it was time for a drive, a long drive, 2200km to be exact but worth every km. Abigail a great friend of Kyle and Evan´s got in touch over a year ago, and like all destination weddings it was an adventure, but I will spare you the advise on the pro´s and con´s motorway sandwiches. The drive there was boring to say the least but the venue of Paco de Calheiros complete with its own Count was breathtaking, also with its own vines and amazing panoramas of the Lima valley.

After shooting a few images of the rehearsal dinner the night before the wedding I awoke to very very grey skies and rain

. As the preparation continued ( Wendy and Jill you did make me laugh you two are hilarious ) the cloud remained and it drizzled and drizzled, 5 minutes before we were supposed to start Kyle had to make a call, and it was OUTSIDE no matter what, Keep Calm and Carry On. About 2 minutes before Kyle took the short walk to the ceremony the rain stopped and the sun came out, after the brisk ceremony we dashed of for a few images before it was back for the party, fireworks , and setting fire to the kitchen ( image below ) we were treated to what had to be a professional group of wedding dancers!!!! The rest of the evening was, I gather much like the rest of the week in Portugal one big party!, I can´t thank you both and Abigail and all of you wonderful family and friends for really making me feel so welcome, hope you enjoy a few that caught my eye below and the slideshow above, and the other 600 images

Thanks again.

Jx

Is it 911 or 999 or ?? You just keep chatting to the waiter Evan…..