Words by Maureen Young

“I’m here without you baby
but you’re still on my lonely mind
I think about you baby
and I dream about you all the time
I’m here without you baby
but you’re still with me in my dreams
And tonight it’s only you and me”

~Here Without You, 3 Doors Down

Suja + Tony’s e-session, Urban Bollywood, told a tale of two hearts divided by an ocean as Tony traveled  around Australia.  As they danced to Here Without You, it seemed a beautiful and fitting song choice.

With family in from out of town, Suja + Tony were considering taking them to the Rockies so we helped get the tourists acclimatised to Canadian weather by taking bridal party + family around Edmonton’s outdoor spaces; from the wheat field to apple orchard and flower garden, being outdoors reminded the newlyweds of their childhood as they grew up with a love of green space.

The guys went GQ and Tony looked uber cool, although not quite cool enough to dissuade his groom’s men from teasing him during the reception!  Suja, in her traditional white dress, surrounded by her bridesmaids in traditional saris, had a radiant smile that simply lit up every frame.

The newlyweds delighted in frolicking in the wheat fields even when a seemingly out of place spark of lightening signaled a storm was en route.  Nothing was going to take the spark out of their first moments as husband + wife.

 

 

For the reception, Suja + Tony changed into traditional outfits, again blending their culture and faith into their wedding.  Everyone in the bridal party and both mums  had a speech prepared to commemorate the individuals they knew and celebrate the couple they’ve become.  Family members also put together videos for the happy occasion.

Strong, bold, courageous, brave… words that described how the newlyweds felt about their respective mums.  The biggest thank you of the night touched everyone’s hearts.  Suja tearfully thanked her mum and spoke about how her mother has shaped her into the woman she is today.  Tony, still trying to avoid being teased by his mates, held back the tears even when he thanked both his mum and grandma for being there for him. Even tears from Tony’s little brother.

Suja + Tony – we had a wonderful day with you & your family.  The warmth, love and closeness of your families speaks volumes about you and will be a perfect foundation on which to build your married life.  We really appreciated being taken in as part of the family.  Tony – love how true an Oilers fan you are!  Starting your wedding day in an Oilers shirt and then sneaking it into the reception under your traditional top, genius!  Also, a big thank you to your wedding coordinator, Nicole, who along with Suma and Sheeba put together a beautiful day to remember.

Hugs!

A+R