A month had passed since George and Pattie were officially engaged, and I am happy to say that preparing for the big day has been going smoothly for them thus far. Aside from setting the date and writing down their guest list, the latter began staying overnight in Kinfauns at least twice a week as a way of getting herself ready for their new life together.
One day, the soon-to-be groom met with the other Beatles (who were overjoyed after telling them about the news) at Abbey Road Studios to discuss about their roles in the coming ceremony. George said, "So John, in addition to leading our guests to their seats inside the chapel, I would like you to arrange and be the host of my stag party (for those who are curious, this is the UK term for bachelor party) which shall take place the day before." John did a salute and replied, "As you wish, me mate!" George smiled cheekily in response. He then continued, "Ringo, you'll (fittingly) be in charge of carrying and presenting our wedding rings." He replied, "Jolly good! I'll be sure to keep them safe, too." Sparkie, being the adorable hedgehog he is, made a noise that sounded like he was saying, "Uh-huh!" "And Paul, I'm giving you the honour of being me Best Man. You will also play "Here, There and Everywhere" on piano as our entrance music!", finished George. Paul was touched upon hearing these words and exclaimed, "Aww... Thank you so much, Geo! I'd be delighted to do that for you and your lovely lady." "Splendid!", replied George. John said, "All right! I think that settles our duties. This is certain to be a bloody magnificent wedding we ain't gonna forget!" With that, the mop-topped lads shared a loud high five.
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One day, the soon-to-be groom met with the other Beatles (who were overjoyed after telling them about the news) at Abbey Road Studios to discuss about their roles in the coming ceremony. George said, "So John, in addition to leading our guests to their seats inside the chapel, I would like you to arrange and be the host of my stag party (for those who are curious, this is the UK term for bachelor party) which shall take place the day before." John did a salute and replied, "As you wish, me mate!" George smiled cheekily in response. He then continued, "Ringo, you'll (fittingly) be in charge of carrying and presenting our wedding rings." He replied, "Jolly good! I'll be sure to keep them safe, too." Sparkie, being the adorable hedgehog he is, made a noise that sounded like he was saying, "Uh-huh!" "And Paul, I'm giving you the honour of being me Best Man. You will also play "Here, There and Everywhere" on piano as our entrance music!", finished George. Paul was touched upon hearing these words and exclaimed, "Aww... Thank you so much, Geo! I'd be delighted to do that for you and your lovely lady." "Splendid!", replied George. John said, "All right! I think that settles our duties. This is certain to be a bloody magnificent wedding we ain't gonna forget!" With that, the mop-topped lads shared a loud high five.
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The rest of the day was spent with a tour around the other areas of the park. George said as they walked, "Before we get started with our wedding plans, I think it would be wise for us to first seek some advice on how we could make our marriage a veddy happy one. What do ye say, love?" Pattie replied, "Yeah. That's a smart idea, darling. So, to whom shall we ask about this?" George thought for a moment, then replied, "Let's head on over to Windsor Castle tomorrow! I'm sure the royal couple will help us out with this step." Pattie said, "Oh, I know what you're thinking there. Certainly!" Laura added, "Plus, it's been a while since we last visited that place! Right, daddy George?" He replied, "You definitely are, Laura, darling!" "Heh, heh!", she responded. Afternoon soon turned into evening, and the trio had dinner at one of the nearby restaurants before driving back home for the night.
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December 25, 1966
George and his daughter had just finished their breakfast and were getting themselves prepared to head back to Abbey Road Studios. As they wore their coats, boots, and other winter gear, Laura said, "I'm so excited to take part in the Christmas message with you and my uncles for the first time, daddy George! This is gonna be a real treat." George replied, "So am I, Laura, darling! Even more exciting is that we will be doing our veddy own version of a certain classic, audio drama style! Of course, this was John's idea, and you can thank him for it afterwards." Laura replied, "Oh, how lovely! I'll certainly be keeping that in mind." George responded with a smile and a chuckle. He then took another look at the engagement ring for a while (which he had bought at the start of this month) and gently kissed it. Before long, they drove off, fetched Pattie from her flat, and were on their way to the Studios.
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George and his daughter had just finished their breakfast and were getting themselves prepared to head back to Abbey Road Studios. As they wore their coats, boots, and other winter gear, Laura said, "I'm so excited to take part in the Christmas message with you and my uncles for the first time, daddy George! This is gonna be a real treat." George replied, "So am I, Laura, darling! Even more exciting is that we will be doing our veddy own version of a certain classic, audio drama style! Of course, this was John's idea, and you can thank him for it afterwards." Laura replied, "Oh, how lovely! I'll certainly be keeping that in mind." George responded with a smile and a chuckle. He then took another look at the engagement ring for a while (which he had bought at the start of this month) and gently kissed it. Before long, they drove off, fetched Pattie from her flat, and were on their way to the Studios.
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