Memories (Shared by June Fielding nee Bethell)

Memories (Shared by June Fielding nee Bethell)

Memories (Shared by June Fielding nee Bethell) My memories of SWS are beautiful from beginning to end. It started in George Street but quickly moved to Pine Hill, where we had “Hall” or morning prayers under the enormous tree. There is so much I could say but I must tell you what my last day was like. Miss Laborde was headmistress. Word had gotten around that I had chosen to get a marriage certificate instead of an academic one. When I went to the staff room to say goodbye, there was an arch formed headed by Miss Laborde, and they were all singing “Here comes the Bride” as loud as they could. It was just so very beautiful, I have never forgotten it. A great finish to my wonderful school years at SWS. My heart continues to be there, having had 3 daughters there, then 4 grandsons, this term will find 4 great-grands there. Photo: June’s grandson Brett, his wife Laura and their two children – all St. Winfred’s former and/or present students.

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