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Mrs. Flamingo, Montreal, Canada Age and Occupation: 25, Graphic Designer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 30, Nursing Student Engagement Date: December 2004 Wedding Date: June 21, 2008 Venue: Imperia Hotel (modern chic hotel) About Me: I am a passionate designer who loves anything pretty. I heart all paper products (eco-friendly of course). My passion revolves around anything considered glamour; vintage and modern. In my free time, I love reading Martha mags, designing jewelry and making a pit-stop at Starbucks for a chai latte. I'm also a chocoholic at heart and my family drools over my homemade truffles.
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Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2

September 3rd, 2008 @ 1:44 pm by Mrs. Flamingo

Saying “I do” was magical. It was the moment we dreamed of and it felt like a fairytale that had come true! To add to the already amazing day, we were blessed to have my godmother and my sister-in-law do readings. They were stressed out and nervous about it, but they did a great job!


We didn’t really prepare anything for the candle ceremony so the church provided us with these cute dove shaped candle holders.

When it came time to sign the registries, we wanted to make sure everything was perfect. They say once you sign the registry, it’s over, and you can’t turn back! They happened to make a mistake in Mr. Flamingo’s last name, and I didn’t want to get married to a stranger, so they corrected the registry on the spot.

When it came time to sign the documents, the music was supposed to start. For this part of the ceremony we chose Ingrid Michaelson’s “The Way I Am”. The music didn’t start, but two of my good friends told me that I was staring at the organ player and singer intensely, as I tried to give them the hint with my eyes. They finally caught on, just a little late, and we were ready to sign everything.


So that was it! We were married, and I officially became a Mrs. according to the church and the government. I loved it. It was such a great feeling, even though I chose to keep my own name. Here in Quebec, the Government is pro-independence so they seem to encourage you to keep your name. If you want to change it, there is actually a fee of about $250 to do so! Our children will have Mr. F’s last name, and I really don’t mind keeping my maiden name. I actually think my maiden name sounds much better with my first name, so it’s all good!


Something funny happened while we were walking back down the aisle. The beautiful, secret Superman garter I made for Mr. F slipped down my leg and onto the floor without me even noticing! Right there in the church! Luckily our best man noticed it, grabbed it quickly, and handed it to my mom. My mom stuffed the garter in her dress! I had no idea any of this happened. Luckily, neither did Mr. F!


I loved the sound of the bells ringing. They were just for us. I hope that that moment was caught on video, because everything seemed to get a little blurry for me from that point on.


After that, we were off to take some pictures. We heard a lot of honking in the distance. It was quite amusing and every single person outside looked at us and waved hello.

I think the funny moments of your wedding day are what makes the day more magical.

Did anything funny happen at your wedding?

Flamingo Glamnuptials recaps:
Beauty Time Part 1 * The Guestbook * Decor Elements * Prep Time * Ceremony Part 1 * Le Gâteau

Photography: IPI-Events

6 Responses to “Glamnuptials: Ceremony Part 2”

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Miss Avocado says:

The only thing that could have made that story better would been if the officiant had picked it up and stuffed it in his pocket :)

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Miss Dumpling says:

I cry every time I read your posts! What a beautiful wedding!

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Kathy says:

I absolutly LOVE that you took a photo of you and all your guests in front of the church!!! So very unique and thoughtful. I don’t think I’ve ever seen that before.

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Kathy says:

**(and I would LOVE it if I absolutely knew how to spell correctly 100% of the time too!)**

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Miss Sea Breeze says:

Oh my gosh, that is hilarious!! How funny would it have been to have caught that moment on camera - your mom stuffing the garter in her dress. Maybe a guest did? Hee hee!

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Jialu says:

Hi there! What a beautiful wedding! I discovered this wonderful site a week ago and I’m completely addicted to it! All you ladies are such gifted and fun bloggers, like professional bloggers :)

The site of your cake literally took my breath away. I’ve been shopping around for a cake for a while now, and your cake is absolutely perfection! I hope you don’t mind me using your design :) Good to see another Canadian on here :) I’m from Ottawa.


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Mrs. Flamingo Mrs. Flamingo, Montreal, Canada Age and Occupation: 25, Graphic Designer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 30, Nursing Student Engagement Date: December 2004 Wedding Date: June 21, 2008 Venue: Imperia Hotel (modern chic hotel) About Me: I am a passionate designer who loves anything pretty. I heart all paper products (eco-friendly of course). My passion revolves around anything considered glamour; vintage and modern. In my free time, I love reading Martha mags, designing jewelry and making a pit-stop at Starbucks for a chai latte. I'm also a chocoholic at heart and my family drools over my homemade truffles.