The WEDDING!!!
It was perfect and so beautiful. My mom, granddad and his wife came first and stayed at El Magnifico. We hung out and sat in the sun when it wasn't raining. It was so nice to just relax for a bit. We went out to eat most nights and it was lovely. That Friday Auntie Brenda and Uncle Roger showed up. We were so happy that they could rest and just enjoy some time in the sun. The next day Jen and Rebecka showed and stayed at Velero. I love Velero! That night Shari came in. All of a sudden, it got very, very busy. We were running almost every day. The next day we went to Puerto Plata and went to the fort, teleferico, and chocolate factory! The fort was so cool and it was so nice to tour around with everyone! I loved the cable car and I applaud Jen for going up and down despite the fear of heights. The views were breathtaking for sure!! The chocolate factory was a very big hit and was a great way to end the day! I did get a chance to sit by the pool with Jen and Rebecka the morning of the rehearsal, which was so much fun. We played around in the water like children - splashing and doing handstands! The rehearsal went so well and I am so in awe of my amazing wedding planner, Rich. Delvi and I were getting so excited. After the rehearsal, we picked up the rest of the guests and went to Waves for dinner! It was such a nice time. That night Delvi went to Los Brazos with the rest of the guys to party! Stacy, Jen and Rebecka and I went to Ojo and danced the night away and enjoyed the people watching! Rebecka and Jen even took motos back to Velero!! Rebecka's idea!! It was so much fun. On the morning of the wedding day, Stacy and I went to mom's early for makeup and hair, Jen showed up a little later. Mom, Stacy, Jen and I got our hair and makeup done! It was nice to be a star for a day. I was a bit worried about the rain, but it all cleared up in time. The photographer showed up and I was a ridiculous camera hound!! Can I just say, it was pretty awesome to be doted on all day? When we were all dressed we had our first look pics, I almost cried when Delvi turned around and his face was just in shock. My heart just fluttered. He was so handsome - he's always handsome, but he looked so amazing. It was so special - I'll always remember his face. After some group and single pics, we boarded the bus and headed out to the venue. You wouldn't believe that it was a farm --- the huge tree was strung with colored tulle and hanging lanterns with flowers in them. We had clean white chairs with little vases of flowers down the aisle. There was a tented area with a bar set up for right after the ceremony. We had a classical guitarist play during the ceremony - it was magical. The barn roof was strung with lights and we had beautiful tables with flowers, gold linens, and chairs. The dance area was flagstone and covered by trees strung with lights. It was stunning. The actual ceremony seemed to fly by so quickly - but I do remember staring at Delvi. We were both so nervous and excited! After the ceremony, we took more pics while our guests had drinks at the bar. Dinner was delicious and our guests were lucky to be catered to by the chef from Velero!! After dinner, Delvi and I surprised our guests with a mix of "Can't take my eyes off of you/Can't stop the feeling" for our first dance. For the second dance, Delvi danced with his mom, I with Uncle Roger - then Uncle Roger and Melania, me with Delvi's dad and Delvi and my mom. Then!!! Then the party got started. We had a wide selection of music and EVERYONE danced!! It was perfect. While doing the cake cutting (which was delicious) we had a s'more bar. It was a huge hit. Did I tell you Delvi and I had a personal waiter??? We did - and I drank ALL of the prosecco! LOL To end the night, we had fresh empanadas and a bonfire on the beach. A perfect and beautiful day.
My husband is wonderful and I am so thankful to everyone who was part of it - near and far.
