Yes, I did say the first of two. The way it works in Guatemala is you must be married legally before you can get married in the church. Since they are having an out of town wedding, they decided to have a "Xela" wedding and a religious wedding (which will be in December in Antigua). Usually, the civil wedding is smaller and just for close friends and family. Well, if there is a chance to have a party, these two are going to do it! And they did it well.
Mau and Nicole have been an instrumental part of my happiness and family here in Guatemala. They have fed me when I was hungry, they have cried with me what I was crying, they have given me a place to sleep when I get locked out of my house, and most importantly, they have been genuine friends and I couldn't ask for more. So, when it comes to them getting married, of course it's going to be a wonderful celebration and all of our Guatemalan friends were there.
I was also honored to be one of the official witnesses of the marriage. It makes me feel like I am truly a part of the community here. And I think that is where my attitude needs to change a bit because instead of 'feeling' that way, it's realizing that I am a part of the community.
Anyway, the wedding was wonderful and it was great to be apart of it. It was wonderful to have so many friends in one place and it was an honor to be apart of it as well.
Below are a few pictures from the wedding!
Enjoy!
Liz
