A wedding tradition, I suppose

Last evening we walked to a restaurant to have a koffie. The weather was perfect so we sat outside. Most restaurants have at least as much seating outside as they do inside. It was nice to enjoy the evening and watch the people come and go. There was a large table of people near us. After a while they all got up and went just to the side of where all the tables were and lit something like a little white hot air balloon. It went up and stayed lit and travelled until we couldn't see it anymore. Then a little later they lit another one. This one was red. The picture I took doesn't do justice. They were really beautiful.

Well, when I got a better look at the group, I noticed a couple I had seen getting married that very afternoon! What a coincidence, huh? I was walking around town earlier in the day and noticed this large gathering at the City Hall (which is a really beautiful old building that looks like a church). This couple was on the steps having their picture made and although they were dressed in normal dressy clothes (no bridal gown), she had a bouquet and they kissed for pictures, so I figured it was a wedding.

Anyway, below is the literal translation of what is apparently a tradition at weddings here with the hot air balloons.

Even long afterglow

During the recent romantic song is for everyone around the couple with stars and burning lighters. Guests go to where everyone gets a balloon with pre-written cards with a personal greeting or wish. If the Groom comes out sounds a loud cheer and go all the balloons air. Even weeks after the wedding the bride gets congratulations sent home that by the lucky finder of the balloon were sent. Fun is also a personal contribution to prescribe when the card is returned is. How about of, "I am your personal one weeks driver" . . . Nice to have weeks to enjoy!