Oct 11, 2011
An Unusual Soundtrack
The beautiful chapel on Hamilton Island (Photo: Jenni Shah)
Hamilton Island is witness to many romantic getaways and many honeymoons. As we settled into Hamilton Island life, I became aware of a bell ringing out once or twice, at random times of the day, and it took me a few weeks to figure out what the ringing bell signified. Once my mental map of Hamilton Island kicked in, and I had done a bit of exploring, I realised that it was the bell at the wedding chapel.
The bell has become a favourite for me. Hearing it always makes me smile; it is the sound of a promise between two people, a declaration of their love. The bell usually rings out a gentle time or two, but one day there must have been an overflow of joyfulness, as the bell rang on and on…I stopped counting at 20!
Today there is a wedding at the chapel, and I know this not because of the ringing bell, but because I can hear a piper playing traditional Scottish tunes and a classic Amazing Grace. Maybe the bride and groom have travelled from Scotland to combine their special day with a Great Barrier Reef holiday, or maybe they are more local with Scots heritage. Either way, it made my day to hear the pipes on Hamilton Island. I hope it made theirs too.
About the Author
My family and I are new to Hamilton Island and are having a great time exploring all the things our new home has to offer. Join us on our adventures as we discover Hamilton Island. Jenni.
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