The world from my window

There's a wedding today in Arequipa, Peru. As in countries the world over, little boys still in nappies dress up as men in stiff suits. Women who should know better squeeze into outfits that should have been left on the hanger in the shop.  There's a family photo before the bride arrives.  Some glamour as one of the bridesmaids turns up.  Small children play with grass clippings while they wait for the service to begin. At last, a classic car pulls up at the church gate. Dad gives his daughter a hand with the train. And then an old lady who was just passing by steps in to help. But the veil won't stay on. Where are those bridesmaids when they're needed? Flirting with the best man and ushers inside. The bride is not impressed. They respond to the bride's call and try to secure the wayward veil. That'll do. The flower girl signals their impending approach. The procession makes its way to the church door as the runaway t...