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a real-life wedding
GLOBAL TRADITIONS
Arabic, Indian, Filipino and Persian traditional elements were
part of the wedding ceremony. Kylene and Ronald took marriage
vows that included promising that they would be best friends
forever, a very modern touch.
The Filipino custom of sponsors was followed. Veil Sponsors
placed a white veil over the couple to symbolize being "clothed
as one" in unity. Cord Sponsors placed a knotted cord over
them, symbolizing that they are no longer two but one in their
new life as a couple. Candle Sponsors lit altar candles that
symbolized the light of Christ leading them in their married life.
The Coin Sponsor element symbolized prosperity; for this
ceremony Canadian coins were placed within a richly designed
camel box--an Arabic symbol of wealth and strength.
EXOTIC ELEMENTS
Guests from around the world attended the wedding on a sunny
mid-summer day surrounded by breathtaking Muskoka scenery.
While a trio played classical music, attendants in unique
gowns holding Persian purses walked up the aisle, a dock that
extended into Bernard Lake. The couple chose the Persian
symbol of immortality, a peacock, to symbolize that their love
for each other would be everlasting. The groom took the ring
from the bejewelled peacock box held by the ring bearer and
then placed it on the wrong hand of the bride. There was
laughter while he puzzled about why it didn't fit!
Ronald loves surprising Kylene and had arranged for a mini
yacht to approach the dock immediately after the ceremony.
Sporting a "Just Got Married" sign, the boat whisked the couple
away for a short joy ride. It was an intimate moment, time to
just "breathe in the wonderful fresh air", enjoy the scenery and
to tell each other that "this wedding celebration is more than we
ever could have wished for".
THE HONEYMOON
The newlyweds spent their honeymoon on a peaceful atoll in
the Maldives Islands. They enjoyed snorkeling, kayaking, jet-ski
adventures and scuba diving, time in the spa and yoga. And
"food, food and food...dinners with glorious sunset views".
WE
BRIDE'S GOWN: Custom design by Dandilo Delima, Abu Dhabi | +971 50 7807 826 BRIDESMAIDS' GOWNS: Custom design by Lyle Ibanez | +63 99974.80612
HAIR: Prima's Place Hair | 416.638.9417 FLOWERS: Anderson Flowers | 705.384.5321 MUSIC: Classic String Quartet | 416.239.0523 CAKE: Cake Glam | 416.885.2093
VENUE: Northridge Inn & Resort, Sundridge | 705.384.2252 HONEYMOON: Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, Maldives Islands
WEDDING PHOTOS: wMac Photography | wmacphotography.com | 705.384.7237
What Kylene loves about Ronald: "I
love his sense of humor and that he's
full of surprises. He is a good cook
and cooks my favourite foods. He's
very supportive, a good listener,
patient and has a strong faith".
What Ronald loves about Kylene:
"She is the real `Miss Independent',
has an adventurous personality, loves
to travel and has a great sense of
humour. I love that she loves food!
She eats everything I cook!".
Great advice they have been given from the
bride's best friend: "Cherish each day and
every moment together. Stand together in
sunshine and in pouring rain".