100 years ago - An interesting wedding took place
18.05.12
An interesting wedding took place in the Queensgate Hotel, Inverness on Saturday, the contracting parties being Mary Penman Tulloch daughter of Mr and Mrs Tulloch, Earlseat, Moyness and Mr Robert Torrie, Blinkbonny, Brodie. The bride who was given away by her elder brother, was becomingly attired in pale grey silk voile with silver lace trimmings and pale grey picture hat, trimmed with ostrich feathers to match. She carried a pretty bouquet of pink carnations and cherry blossom. Two little bridesmaids, the Misses Mary and Catherine Tulloch, looked sweet in white silk. They carried shepherds crooks, done with pink carnations and white ribbon. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Mr Bonallo, Auldearn, assisted by the Rev Mr McEwan, Dyke.Mr Andrew Robertson, Stirling, performed the duties of groomsman. After the marriage vows had been taken, the company sang the paraphrase, "Oh God of Bethel" followed by a shower of congratulations, after which the guests drank the health of the bride and bridegroom and partook of the wedding cake. A luncheon followed, during which congratulatory telegrams were read and the customary speeches made. The guests afterwards adjourned to the hall, where they gave Mr and Mrs Torrie, a hearty send-off. The bride’s travelling dress was of brown, with hat to match, trimmed with pink roses. Notable among the bridegroom’s presents was a very handsome drawing-room suite-the joint gift of the employees on the farms of Blinkbonny and Cotterton.
Source: Forres Gazette
TV best bets with season finales of 'The Amazing Race,' 'The Biggest Loser ...
18.05.12
Ahhh, racism….the “go to” rally cry of the intellectually bankrupt. As for the black brother/sister couple on Biggest Loser, they’re out because they lost the challenge on the first episode and never recovered. By the time they came back to the ranch after 4 weeks away, they were on the outside looking in at all the friendships and alliances that had already formed. Now it didn’t help that the brother (forgot his name) was a conflict-seeking drama queen BS artist who intentionally tanked his first weigh-in when he had immunity. “I’ve been working out 14 hours a day”…..dude, STFU already. His sister, Daphne, could have survived on her own, but her brother’s attitude and her own attitude after he was eliminated spelled the end for her. And to top it all off, they had the lowest percentages of weight loss at the end, when all the eliminated contestants came back for a last chance challenge and a spot in the final. They were never in it to win it.
Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog)
Michelle Williams opts for chic stripes
18.05.12
Michelle Williams turned heads in a pastel-coloured dress as she hit the red carpet at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City last night.
She looked elegant in the patterned frock which included different fabrics and
colours. The sleeveless garment boasted a circle design at the neckline,
with different widths of fabrics including a pink paisley print, silky white
and yellow pattern. The pleated skirt fell to the knee, giving the outfit a
demure and chic look.
Michelle teamed the piece with a pair of beige heels as she attended the
premiere of Take This Waltz.
The actress, who is said to be in a serious relationship with Jason Segel, was
all smiles as she joined co-stars Sarah Silverman and Luke Kirby at the
event.
Sarah also shined in a silk white dress with a black belt and heels.
The actresses were among a host of glamorous celebrities who dressed up for
the festival.
Bridesmaids star Kristen Wiig opted for a simple dress as she attended the
Revenge For Jolly screening at the festival. She wore a grey and yellow
speckled frock with matching heels and a tan clutch.
Source: Belfast Telegraph
