Our thanks go to ...

... Anino

for reading from Book of Revelation. We both know Anino for long time; he played a pert at high school math sessions, Tree of Life camps, Koza camps, Nememiah community and x other places. We are thankful for his support and love during our Bratislava life periods. Moreover, lots of other people know Anino, so we got to know them as well and it enriched our lives.

... Ant 39

for the pleasant surprise of coming from Prague. Actually, he's from Brno, where I (Herby) met him during work on (a bit overcomplicated) pen and paper role-playing game Dračí Doupě Plus, where we got together pretty well (and he accepted my proposal to name the the librarian's spell “grep”). Then he helped me some years later during my hard life period. Nowadays, living in Prague, I sent him the announcement, regarding him as one of the important persons of my life, but actually seeing him congratulating us, I was really pleased.

... Barborka

for the help with the flowers and gifts. Barborka is the youngest of Bronka's children, very smart and a bright future awaits her. We are looking forward to how she surprises us.

... Bebe

for beautifying the reception. I (Janka) knew Alžbetka from her childhood and I was really pleased Alžbetku what a beautiful young lady she became. Bebe studied for some time in London so we gladly let her translate the Janet's toast.

... the Bednárik family

for our pleasure of their being at the ceremony. I (Herby) know Tánička and Martin from the White Carpathians conservation activities for long time. Tánička was for every joke (I remember her photo after she was fixing the mudflat for the frogs), Martin was the more serious one. They, too, helped me later, already being husband and wife and living in Rendez, when I had the tough period. Later I found out that their Zinka has multiple disability, but they did not lose the drive to live; they still do the orienteering and they help parent with similar fate. And they brought us long bouquet of cornflowers and corncockles which lasted to beautify our home for two weeks.

... Brnka

for each handwritten address on the envelopes and for prayers. Even if she couldn't attend, Janka was present. We know her from Nehemiah community and her counsel and prayers are invaluable.

... Bronka

for her prayer support. I (Janka) know Bronička from the matfyz college registration and even if it can seem strange, she's my godmother. She should be a witness on my first wedding as well, but she came late. And I'm very glad that now she made it in time. She helped us when selecting the groom's suit and she tailored the bride's dress. The wedding bouquet arrived with her as well. We were very sorry that her husband Martin could not come, being bedridden at the time.

... Daniela

for reminding us of local wedding traditions. Daniela beautified the whole reception with her charm, dance and good mood. We're glad she came despite already having attended two celebrated nights just days before. And as a graduate diplomat, she helped with the details so they were and they should have been. I (Herby) met Daniela at the board game club, where she attended directly from work in a flawless dress code, along with Majo; then they married and went on attending. Then I saw her hiking as well, and I found even corporate people could conquer the hills. Last time, she managed to hike over the whole Slovak National Uprising Heroes Trail (going through whole Slovakia); not sure if I could find time to achieve that, too.

... Drahoš

for the spectacular toast, especially taking its length into account, for ciders and for starring at the dance floor. Drahoš danced such enthusiastically at his fiftieth birthday celebration, too. where I was invited few years ago. Obviously, he likes it. I (Herby) knew him as a director of White Carpathians Protected Landscape Area Administration, but he did not act officially at all; on the contrary, he was nice, open and funny. But he managed a lot: he helped to found For the Nature society, he was active at White Carpathian Fruit Treasure project, he came with the idea of making cider and I'm sure he'll come up with something more. I am honoured that one of his legendary speeches reached our wedding as well.

... Evka

for coming after a full-day hospital service. I (Janka) met Evka at the Nursing College in Martin and we have remained friends since. I respect Evička for her perseverance and patience. We would very much like to thank you for the wedding gifts in the form of beautiful handicrafts, especially the pillow, which is as soft as can be.

... Gejza

for accepting the groom as a normal man. My (Janka's) brother stood by me in difficult times, but now when I was happy he could rejoice with me. I would like to thank you for those beautiful crystal glasses; we like to drink wine, champagne, but also apple cider from them.

... Gerda

for many compelling stories, even more compellingly told. Gerda's name isn't actually Gerda, and we've known her for a long time; one way or another, Anino must haveintroduced us, either through conservation camps, through catholic sessions, or through a School for Gifted Children; we don't know for sure anymore. Once, having walk with her, I (Herby) crossed the Austrian border and on the way back a man with a submachine gun stopped us with a loud shout “Halt!”; but we survived. In other words, we like her.

... Iveta

for the kind smile greeting me at the beginning of the ceremony. I (Janka) have known Iveta since high school. I would like to thank you for all the inspiring evenings spent with good wine. Ivetka and Martin are good friends and I am always looking forward to their company.

... Janet

for a detailed toast, although she promised to be short. Janet lives in Ipswich and was my (Janka's) first landlady – so amazing and talkative that she took my level of English to a much higher level. We are friends since and I hope to stay them forever. Love you, Janet.

... Janka B.

for a pleasant company and friendly words. Janka has been standing by my (Janka's) brother Gejza for years and is his support. He always advises me well. I hope they will be just as happy when they decide to get married as we are now.

... Janko H.

for the fact that Peter Janků almost played for us. I met Janko Hetényi at the Father's Heart seminar, where he worked as a great translator of Robert and Vicki into Slovak (and translated medical terms more accurately than Robert said them, since he is a doctor). In addition, he saved me from the trauma of regular morning praises, which, well, I do not particularly like; but he probably saw it and put the drum in my hands, so I may drum along. It was good afterwards, I focused on the musical accompaniment. Finally, he drove me back to Bratislava and I found out that Peter Janků was his neighbor.

... Janko Z.

for sacrificing his suffering for us. He was invited because he's my (Herby's) confirmation sponsor. But Lord God decided otherwise. I met him through the people around the board game club and the Nehemiah community. He's such a good man who wouldn't hurt a fly. He also helped me when I was having a hard time. Even if he didn't come, he will definitely get a bottle of Mass wine which we gave each attendant of a reception.

... Karol

for dance creations and for Vratko finding a mate. I (Herby) remember him as a little boy, I don't remember exactly at what age. I have photos with him from age three, but I recently learned that he did stroll me as a baby. I'm glad you married my mom. Then I got a male model with a cabinet full of tools. And when the doctors told that I needed to go to sea, he earned enough for three vacations in a row. And finally, for finding much later that he was actually a Catholic, so he attended my confirmation.

... Lulu

for trying to find photographers and finally inspiring us to use disposable cameras for the reception. When I (Herby) lived on Mariánska street, I found a great community of young people who coincidentally lived there at the same address. Students of photography, of glassmaking, or a just-graduated movie director like Lulu. I was pleased that when I went to play DDR on the inner yard, they were interested instead of shunning the strange thing, and that I got to meet them.

... Majo

for tirelessness on the floor. I (Herby) met Majo at the board game club. He is one of the few architects I know who do not play in the band (those I know publicly play in Para and Korben Dallas). On the other hand, when we play a game with Majo, we basically know in advance who will win (sometimes it happens that Majo doesn't, but that doesn't happen often). In addition, he is a phlegmatic who is not bothered easily (I won't disclose the details of an incident with the car and the tree), and a good man.

... Marianna

for nice company and for fine cakes. My (Herby's) mother and I have a complicated relationship that is slowly improving over time. She cared for me more than what is considered healthy and I battled with the consequences for a long time; but when I was in trouble, she helped me to have a place to get together again. I am very glad that her negative prophecies have not been fulfilled and I have married.

... Martuška

for coming to the ceremony and for the generous words. Martuška is a person who has a heart in the right place. We (Janka & her) met at the urology department of NÚTaRCh Podunajské Biskupice and I learned a lot from that. Not only about nursing, but also about life.

... Matúš B.

for coming to see us in church even though he had other joys at home. He recently had a baby boy (very cute and communicative one). I (Herby) met him on the street. I played DDR outdoors and he joined. Then we didn't see each other for years, and we met at one of Bratislava sci-fi/fantasy/gaming conventions, where he immediately knew me. And he got really good at DDR, in the meantime he got to be on my level, maybe even better. But he's still busy nowadays. Maybe there will be a time when we will play DDR against each other again. Why not open-air again.

... Matúš K.

for seeing him after years. Matúš was born at a very difficult time for me (Janka) when my first husband died; and his parents were a great support to me. Since I worked in the hospital, I saw him before his father did. I always wanted to know what kind of person he will grow to be. I believe that in spite of everything he will find his way to happiness.

... Michal

for making Evka a pleasant company. We met Michal for the first time, but it was good that he came, even though he didn't want to dance.

... father Peter

for inspiring everyone with his sermon, regardless of confession. I met father Peter very spectacularly. I once wanted to go to a general confession because of one Julia, because I wanted to address her without the burden of decades of sins. In the end, Julia did not happen at all, but what happened was that father Peter offered me to take a confirmation in addition to the general confession and start going to his preparatory course. And after confirmation, I went on going to the cathedral, because it was good.

... Peťa

for dedicated help with organizing and tireless photographing. I (Herby) met her on a hike somewhere in the Little Carpathians, we finished at Zoch's Cottage. He was brought by Maco, both were leading scouts. She also managed to motivate me to participate in the National Run Devín – Bratislava. Until then, I did not run at all (as a child I wasn't taking the physical education lessons, cause health). Since then, I have been running and I like to go to small as well as large races.

... Peťo

for dedicated help with organizing and logistics. I met Peťo for the first time at a board game club, but in the meantime I have him related more to hiking, geocaching, cycling, swimming and talking about science and Elon Musk. I am glad that he accepted the role of half-elder at a church wedding, although he himself is more of a Sam Harris fan.

... Slaninka

for love and support. My (Janka's) most beautiful and only child hadn't an easy time with me. I am glad that we have maintained a loving relationship and we can count on each other in difficulties. I'm proud of what kind of person you grew up to be. You were the biggest man in the hall. But you could lose weight.

... Vanessa

that she came from England and saved the honour of English ladies by showing how they can dance. Vanessa and Janet were friends even before they start wearing diapers. We are glad that it was her who kept Janet's company at this festive event. They have already experienced at it from many other foreign holidays.

... Vlaďka

for seeing her after years. I (Janka) know it wasn't easy for her to come to meet so many people. But her presence at the ceremony certainly weighed. Marlenka cake was from you, Vlaďka? We found it very handy.

... Vratko

for not making any scandal. I (Janka) have known Vratko since he was eight years old and he has always been a troublemaker. As the years went by and his life became tangled, I would wish him a better fate. Maybe we'll meet at his wedding. I am awaiting an invitation.

... Zuzke B.

for witnessing at the ceremony and for dancing the reception. I (Herby) met Zuzka a long time ago, but we just saw each other then. Later she became my good spirit at certain point in my life. Then I promised her that once I got married, I would invite her as a witness, and so it happened. We are very happy to see each other still; when I go by SSV, I go to see her.

... Zuzke M.

for the pleasant company and beautifying whole celebration. I (Herby) knew Zuzka as Drahoš's dear one; then I found out more, that she was active in sports, that her daughter had inherited it, that she was involved in a Rotary Club. And when she worked in Bratislava, she was the contact person for apple and pear contrabands.

... Anička for proposing Jožko as a photographer, Jožko for taking photos, Lucka for beautifying our wedding and Maťko for playing the cajon, for taking pictures and for being good.