Joy and Ralph's Wedding - A Trilogy.....

January saw Joy and Ralph entering the splendid world of matrimony.

We were glad to be a part of the wonderful ceremonies. Good things come in 3s I say, so in this case is usual in the Yoruba tradition, the ceremonies were three fold.

First comes the introduction ceremony which occurs a few months to the wedding. Here the bride and her folks get to meet the groom and his folks officially. The ceremony is hosted by the bride’s family. The family and few close friends gather to parley and feast. This is a tip of the iceberg when you think of the bigger ceremonies to come.

Here are Joy and Ralph meeting both families officially as a couple. After this ceremony the families meet to agree on the date and order of ceremony.

At the Registry in Lagos, the couple couldn't stop smiling. We could not wait to see the wedding dress. We were not disappointed! It was spectacular!

Here is the grooming who can wait to kiss the bride.....

Here's the bride who couldn't wait to say "I do!"

The bridal train looked glorious in yellow and chocolate.

Now they can relax and enjoy themselves for a change!

At the engagement ceremony the bride get her groom's blessing and has a laugh while at it.