…that my parents got married! If you’ve been following along for a while, you might recall that they were debate partners and high school sweethearts. Here’s their prom picture from 1966, my mom’s senior year, to jog your memory:
This weekend my siblings and I threw them an anniversary party, which you’ll read more about in coming days. In preparation for the event I spent a lot of time digging through the basement, scanning photos and hunting for video, and I managed to turn up a reel of super 8 film that my mom’s uncle shot on the day of their wedding. I had it converted, then edited it down (read: removed the really, really dark parts) and made a little movie to show at the party. It’s a bit fuzzy, but it’s a fun watch — especially if you know my family. My mom has, apparently, always been a total ham. Enjoy!
Laura & Jim, September 2, 1972 from Kathleen Poe Ross on Vimeo.
That prom photo is amazing (and looks like a wedding preview!) and I just LOVE the super 8 footage you found! Happy anniversary to the two of them!
I know; how about that white dress? Haha. It was meant to be!
That is the MOST ADORABLE THING I’ve ever seen! Holy cow! What a stellar find!
PS My parents’ wedding shots are so similar — down to the rows of candles going up the altar! Ah, the 70s!
Yaaay, thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I was so excited to find the reel of film! And yes, gotta love a good ’70s wedding.