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Yep, we’ve been and gone and done it! Now I’m back in the UK once again, but without missus for now :(. Shanon will be coming over this weekend, though - after her passport is sorted out.

The wedding was great. We made a speech at the reception, but I’d like to again say thankyou to everyone who helped and everyone who was there on the day. Thanks! From “My wife and I” ;).

Our photographers have given us a preview of some of the pictures of the wedding. There are photos from the ceremony and just after by Vicki, and photos from the reception by Debbie.

It’s now just two months until Shanon and I walk up the aisle. We’ve put together a small website about the wedding if you need any details or reminders. Dates for the blessing and wedding as well as maps are there.

Plenty of preparation remains to be seen to. Shanon has been absolutely incredible in making things happen for the big day.

Can’t wait!

I’ve been back in the UK for 6 months now. What’s new? … What isn’t new!?

Do I hear wedding bells?
Oh yes, I do! Shanon and I are engaged, and we’re getting hitched next April. We’re both over the moon! There’s a lot to do before the big day. After the wedding we’re both going to move to the UK. Long term we’re keeping our options open.
Did I mention we’re getting married?

I’ve been back for a while now, and this site has suffered from neglect a little. Here’s an update as to where I’m at.

So far
I’ve just finished a 3 week stint working as an IT technician at a nearby secondary school. I had a good time there, and I’m glad that the opportunity came up.
I’ve been back at Priory Street Baptist Church, catching up with the wonderful folks there. I’m also just starting to get back into the Crusaders youth group.
And now I’m mobile, as well! My parents have generously supplied me with a cute little Daihatsu, which is great especially for…

Coming up
I have a new job, which I start tomorrow. I’m now eagerly looking forward to becoming a software developer for a small company in the South West. More news on how that goes as it happens.
And last, but by no means least… Shanon is coming over in a months time for a long holiday in the UK and France. As you might guess, I’m really excited about that :D.

On Sunday the 6th, I got back into the country. I received a great seeing off! Several of us from FOCUS were leaving Canada around the same time, so we had a joint leaving party which was great fun. A few folks even came to see me off at the airport (Shanon and family, a couple from work and another couple of friends, 8 people in all!). I really felt loved

Shanon, Kana and Andy at the leaving party (and Bruce in the background)

Now that I’m back, it’s pretty hectic and there’s plenty to rush around and do. Better dash!