2020 was certainly an unforgettable and mostly dreary year, but there were some highlights including a special double birthday celebration for Gregory and Rosemary in December.
Although we couldn’t all be together in person, the wonders of technology meant that we could all yell over the top of each other and share some laughs from Victoria to New South Wales, and from Switzerland to the United States.
Rosemary and Mum’s kindly neighbours, Jana and Beeps dropped in and made a delicious champagne breakfast (hic!), and provided technical expertise (sort of); Greg joined in from the comfort of his life-sized Tonka toy; Martin and Malachy dialed-in from the golf course; Catherine stayed up extra late, and Alan and Elle celebrated with Australian goodies and Gwennie snacks.
We witnessed some lovely surprises — from gift presentations (a Russian trilogy ring from Cartier no less!), and specially pre-recorded birthday greetings including one for Rosemary from a gen-u-ine Russian Prince (and Romanov descendant). And even two personalised music video tributes. One for Rosemary. One for Gregory. Fancy.
Click here for a recording of the Zoom birthday specials (apologies in advance for the shocking camera-work!), and visit the Walsh Family TV site on YouTube for the videos.
On Sunday, December 13, a small elegant garden party was held for Rosemary followed by croquet on the lawn. The sun and a dozen guests came out to celebrate and a great time was had by all. When Greg arrived for Christmas, a lovely roast dinner and champagne greeted him. Cheers!
Happy Birthday, Greg and Rosemary. Between you (and not including Ainsley) there’s a century of good living!!