Flowers in Raheen House
FIVE OF NINETEEN over-sized lilies have bloomed for a Red Letter Day in my life as Ruth and I formally tie the knot in a civil ceremony that's remarkable not only for its emotional dimension but also for its timing, its venue, and to the remarkable social networking that has made the day much more special than we had imagined when trying to keep things low-key. To all the well-wishers who somehow figured out what was going on--THANKS A MILLION. There's no way a small writing room would accommodate more than a handful of people and it's nice to see the reactions on our phones and in cross-commentary in electronic networks. We appreciate all the warmth and hope to share all the joy coming our way.
Crikey, amn't I the slow one! Congrats Bernie and Ruth :-)
Posted by: James Corbett | September 05, 2007 at 11:07 AM
You kept it very quiet Bernie, congrats
Liam and Co,
Posted by: liam noonan | September 05, 2007 at 11:10 AM
Oooohhh congrats and have a wonderful day :)
Posted by: red mum | September 05, 2007 at 12:13 PM
All the best Bernie and Ruth I hope you have a great day! Congratulations
Posted by: Dave Grant | September 05, 2007 at 03:57 PM
Bernie, congratulation to you both, long life and happiness,
Posted by: John Kennedy | September 05, 2007 at 05:58 PM
Congratulations to the both of you. When you mentioned a "Red Letter Day" I didn't realise that the red was confetti. May you have a wonderful wedding and a brilliant marriage.
Posted by: Will | September 05, 2007 at 09:39 PM
Brilliant - happiness to you both :-)
keith
Posted by: keith bohanna | September 05, 2007 at 09:59 PM
Congratulations to you both!
Posted by: Ben & Mena | September 06, 2007 at 08:03 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: John | September 06, 2007 at 08:03 AM
Congrats.
Posted by: Twenty Major | September 06, 2007 at 08:58 AM
"Low-key"?!
You were so "low-key" that I had several work-related phone conversations with you yesterday while all this was going on and I was none the wiser! :)
Well done, congratulations - and we're looking forward to more exciting news!
Conn
Posted by: Conn O Muineachain | September 06, 2007 at 09:18 AM
Congratulations Bernie and best wished to you and Ruth for the future. Those flowers at Raheen House are beautiful, hope you have a wonderful day.
Sheila
Posted by: Sheila McCarthy | September 06, 2007 at 09:22 AM
Best wishes to the two of ye!
Posted by: Keith Gaughan | September 06, 2007 at 09:42 AM
Congrats
Posted by: simon | September 06, 2007 at 10:17 AM
Brilliant news :-) Congrats!!!!
Posted by: Sonic | September 06, 2007 at 10:56 AM
Congrats Bernie!!
Posted by: Robin Blandford | September 06, 2007 at 12:32 PM
May I take this chance to extend my sincerest and best wishes to you both. Many congratulations and happiness for the future. Will there be a podcast of the ceremony? ;)
Posted by: Jonathan Brazil | September 06, 2007 at 12:38 PM
Congrats Bernie and Ruth!
Posted by: John Breslin | September 06, 2007 at 01:05 PM
Warmest congratulations to you both
Posted by: annette clancy | September 06, 2007 at 11:29 PM
She must be a very special Lady to get yourself wearing a tie :-)
Congrats
Paul
Posted by: Paul Browne | September 07, 2007 at 10:01 AM
Congratulations! Just heard the great news. Another well kept secret.
Posted by: David Maher | September 07, 2007 at 10:29 PM
Congrats!
Posted by: Olivier | September 07, 2007 at 11:23 PM
Man am I late on this one. Congratulations.
Posted by: PaulSweeney | September 09, 2007 at 09:03 AM
wow! cool :) that is lovely. and your photo of her bouquet is sweet. congratulations!
おめでとうございます! omedeto gozaimasu!
Posted by: heather | September 11, 2007 at 10:33 AM
Bernie and Ruth,
Nice work. Congrats on your day.
Brendan
Posted by: brendan | September 12, 2007 at 10:35 AM