Our love story
First we met...
Nov 28, 2008Our love story started a little before this photo, but Laura just didn't know it yet! Simon had spotted Laura across a crowded bar in Stratford (Bar M), but after enquiring with a friend about who 'that stunner' was, it transpired she had a boyfriend, so the champagne had to be put on ice.....Never one to give up easily, Simon waited patiently for his window of opportunity.....Laura's 'soul-searching' trip to Australia provided that opportunity, as after a chance encounter in Stratford on her return, Simon let slip that he had been stalking all her Facebook posts whilst away. I'm sure Laura felt slightly flattered (at the same time as being slightly freaked out) by this proclamation. After a little convincing the first date was agreed - a trip to the aptly named Cock Inn, at Wishaw. Simon rather embarrasingly borrowed Dad's lamborghini, to make up for other unmentionable inadequacies and in a poor attempt at flattery....This photo was taken on our second date in Mere Green, Sutton Coldfield.
We got Engaged!
May 21, 2014After an initial 'are they on or off period' things finally settled down, as did their drinking habits! They moved into their first house together (Sackville Cottage) in Old Town Stratford upon Avon and made the ultimate commitment of a dog (Milly & then Darcy - who didn't get on very well, but that's a whole other story!). As time went by, it was evident that they couldn't easily live with each other, but they definitely couldn't live without each other. This prompted Simon's one and only romantic gesture of the relationship. Simon whisked Laura off on a trip around Northern Italy, culminating in a gushing proposal in a posh hotel overlooking Juliet's balcony in Verona (which Laura was totally expecting!). This is the photo from that very moment.
Then two became 3...
Feb 3, 2017With biological clocks ticking and the realisation that we could keep small animals alive, it was time to consider adding a small person to the family. Nobody prepared us for how difficult the journey would be from the start, but also how rewarding and inspirational it would be. Beautiful Bella-Rose was born 10 weeks early. We were rushed to Northampton Hospital, where we stayed for several weeks in a dodgy cheap hotel, whilst our baby was fighting for her life. We experienced every emotion possible and tiredness like never before, but we got through it as a little family. The most beautiful kind, caring soul, that continues to amaze us every day. Bella-Rose brought us together like we could never have imagined and helped us realise the value of family, friends and the important things in life.
Then 3 became 4
Apr 17, 2019The choice was between a lavish Italian wedding, or another mini person. Unfortunately for you all, we opted for the latter. A much simpler journey (although Laura might disagree), couldn't have prepared us for our beautiful Primrose. Now 3 going-on 13 and constantly looking for mischief (including smashing Grandad and Nanny's 50" flat screen TV), Primrose is the final piece of our family jigsaw who creates a constant positive energy. Such a character that makes us laugh (and cry) daily! We love you Primrose, you complete our family!