My Rwandan daughter Esperance and her groom Alexander celebrated their marriage at Urukundo’s Hope Made Real House.
Esperance and Alexander took their vows and became husband and wife on Aug. 28 in a civil ceremony. The dowry and religious ceremony were Aug. 31.
These two photos are from the civil ceremony.
This is the tie that binds. Congratulations!
Happy couple
Husband Alexander and wife Esperance
Now on to the dowry
The bride’s brother Claude walked her down the aisle.
A ring was given as a token of everlasting love.
Claude presented his sister to her groom. Best man Tresor, at right, approved.
Juliette and her family were family of the bride for Urukundo at the dowry.
Honoring the mothers of the couple. Don’t you think the bride looks like me? Well, really!
Husband and wife. It's official.
The wedding was special for this mom. Having so many of my older kids home, what a day!
Several hours after the wedding, I boarded a plane at 2 a.m. for a 23-hour flight to the USA. A bit tired but content.