The Edinburgh Wedding Video Highlights

**Bareknees1** · 14th May 14, 01:19 PM

Congratulations to both families. A magical video imbued with love. Thanks for sharing.

**Orionson** · 14th May 14, 01:23 PM

Can I trouble you for a question? Two things I'm not familiar with at weddings - the books, and the little bucket they were drinking out of? Are those traditional in Scotland?[/QUOTE]

The following link explains the traditions of The Orkney Wedding Cog far better than I can. We have Orkney roots on both sides of the family, but Neil's Mum's links are more recent. This Bride's Cog was a gift from Neil's Mum & Dad and was custom made for Lorna & Neil's Wedding. I don't know exactly what the Family Recipe contains. Rona mixed it up herself. It is primarily a variety of strong spirits mixed with Ale and I think some fortified wines. Needless to say, it is very powerful stuff. It's a wonderful tradition and every one enjoyed the Cog, which was refilled many times throughout the evening.

Butterflies & Penguins were the theme of the Wedding. The Bride & Groom are both avid readers and writers. The Penguin Books were Wedding Favours. Each Guest was invited to take a book which was inscribed with details of the Wedding. Mine was the Classic John MacNab by John Buchan.

Thank you, one and all, for your most kind sentiments and best wishes for the Bride & Groom. I did wonder if this video would "find an audience" here on XMarks. Silly me.

Without doubt, gentlemen, next to the day Lorna was born (in Dallas, Texas, of all places, where I was working for American Airlines; Lorna still considers herself a Native Texan even though she only lived there for a few months) the day we "Give the Bride Away" is the most powerful and evocative days of a man's life. She is my only child and we've always been extremely close. I am doubly blessed as Neil is a wonderful man, husband and son-in-law. I could not ask for better. They are going to be wonderful parents.

The baby is a girl, btw. I am soooo... looking forward to meeting her on 2 July.

http://www.orkneyjar.com/tradition/weddings/cog.htm

**cck** · 14th May 14, 02:52 PM

What an absolutely wonderful event. Thank you for sharing it with us. It stirred up more emotion than I would like to admit. Even more meaningful with the follow up news. May the couple, the families, and the newborn to come continue in the joy shown there.

**Calgacus** · 15th May 14, 12:43 AM

What a beautiful video of such a beautiful event!

I wish all the joy and happiness in the world to your family, and congratulations on the impending new addition!

**tpa** · 15th May 14, 07:56 AM

Absolutely lovely. Congratulations to all on the forthcoming arrival.

**mookien** · 15th May 14, 10:26 AM

John: Love it! Thanks for posting. My favorite part, other than the bride and groom dancing, was the father giving away his daughter. I'll bet that was a bittersweet moment. Congratulations on your new granddaughter!

John

**Blupiper** · 15th May 14, 10:43 AM

Thank you for the lovely video. I particularly enjoyed the bit at the beginning: the camera was on the bride as the groom was speaking. She began to choke up and the chin was starting to quiver. I thought--here comes the rain. But no, a radiant smile and the sun was there again. Interesting about the Cog. Such as fun tradition and the looks on some of the faces after sipping--priceless! BTW, what was the tartan the groom was wearing? Anyone know?

JMB

**Sheep In Wolf's Clothing** · 16th May 14, 06:53 AM

What a wonderful video. My sincere congrats to your family and best wishes to the couple as they start their new life and wee family.
Sara

**saxandpipes** · 16th May 14, 03:05 PM

Congratulations! Lovely video, beautiful wedding, thanks for sharing!

Cheers!

Michael

**Orionson** · 21st May 14, 04:02 AM

BTW, what was the tartan the groom was wearing? Anyone know?

JMB

Neil is a Guthrie on his Mother's side so he wears the Guthrie Tartan. The colours are strong, deep and vivid.