Romancing the Stone

As Prince William weds Kate Middleton, the rest of the world dreams of fairy tale weddings and happily ever after.

On the other side of the TV screen, what about "Kaga" John of home stadium kitchen fame? Let's rewind the tape back to 23 October 2010.

As John walks excitedly past the jeweller on a very busy Saturday in a local shopping centre....

John: How would you like a wedding ring?

Noodle: That would be really nice!

John: We have to wait a bit longer, for the boys to adjust ...

Noodle: Oh, out of respect for the boys ...



On Christmas Day 2010, a box appears under the Christmas tree, wrapped with a picture of a pink "Argyle" diamond. Excitement runs high...

John: Here's a present!

Noodle: Here's something for you...

Dramatic drum roll while the gift wrappers rip.... and then ....

.... the ring is no where to be found. OK, it's customary for diamonds even if it is under 1 mm under 0.5 mm in a pendant. In the end it's the thought that counts... an "I.O.U" cruise and a lovely injet-printed pink diamond say it all .... and much more.