A WOMAN living with terminal cancer has thanked everybody who helped create some “special memories” as she renewed her marriage vows with her husband of 32 years.

Julie and David Trott, of West Huntspill, chose the date of their 32nd wedding anniversary earlier this month to have their vows renewed and their marriage blessed in the chapel at Weston Hospicecare, where Julie is a patient.

They were joined by 30 of their closest friends, and arrived in a beautiful vintage car along with a much-loved family member - Teddybear the dog!

Julie said: “We wanted it to be special and so we chose our 32nd wedding anniversary.

“We had a very small wedding originally with only two witnesses so it was lovely to be able to have our closest friends and family attend, including the day hospice nurses and some patients from my Tuesday group.

“We knew Teddy had to be a part of our special day, he's such a big part of our family as we don't have any children.

“We got him not long before I was diagnosed with secondary cancer. I thought he might be a handful but he's been a godsend and has really helped myself and David to cope with everything.”

Julie added: “It was all about reaffirming our wedding vows in front of those we love and creating new special memories. We only have four photographs from our wedding day so it's great to have so many photographs to remind us of this wonderful day.

“So many people came together to ensure we had the most fantastic day, we loved having our family around us and my little niece Freya as my Flower Girl. I want to say a special thanks to Karen (Murphy, hospice chaplain), for such a beautiful service.

“I can't thank the hospice enough for all the support they've given me throughout this journey and for arranging such a beautiful blessing for myself and David.

“We are very lucky to have each other and everyone who came together to make our day perfect.”