Welcome to the Family Carlo!

Danielle and Carol
& Mike

If you came expecting your traditional wedding last night, you would have been delighted to find this evening different than anything you might have imagined.  Setting the stage, you can imagine the hot desert sun dipping down behind the nearby mountains.  The temperature was in the mid 90s. The area was surrounded by palm trees, gently swaying in the warm breeze.  In the centre of an area called the Commune stood an arch of cactus vine, dotted with spider succulants and desert flowers.You were in Palm Springs, and you knew it.  150 or so guests were here to witness this wedding and we were about to begin.  First down the aisle was Domo, Danielle and Carlo's gorgeous dog, sporting an orange and creme bow tie and accompanied by the best man, Matt and the matron of honour, Virginia in a matching and very chic gown.  Next came Danielle between Suzanne and Mike as they walked her towards the waiting Carlo.  She was stunning in a wonderful strapless gown of sequins that was inspired by mid century glamourous Hollywood.

In their personal vows, Carlo talked about Danielle being his super hero and Danielle talked about how Carlo completed her as a person.  Following the vows, a very proud Mike, pronounced them husband and wife and the crowd erupted in applause.

Cake in the Face

Cocktails were served around the pool while some old friends of Mike's played great 70s music as we enjoyed great wine and nibbles.  Dinner was a wonderful selection of salads, chicken, beef, pork,  and salmon.  Everything was served "family style" and was delicious - especially the sticky pudding and brownie.  During the meal there were some warm and heartfelt - and very funny toasts and Virginia sang a hilarious song she wrote about Danielle and Carlo to the tune of "Call me Maybe".  Mike created a wonderful presentation on the lives of the wedding couple, including  videos of Danielle teaching a lesson on making "Egg in the Hole" and Carlo sporting his favourite Giants T shirt.

On a table sat a basket of postcards and guests were invited to write a message to Danielle and Carlo.  Every few days for the next year, one of these postcards will be mailed to the couple to remind them of this amazing day.

A beautiful day, a beautiful couple and a beautiful wedding.

Many thanks to Coleen for the pics.