Still on an amazing high, we stepped off the aisle into the main papala and were instantly surrounded with people wanting to give us hugs, kisses and congratulations. I love that Mama-In-Law Meerkat was the first.
Followed by Sister-In-Law Meerkat.
And Bridesmaid K.
Then I heard Sol asking everyone to follow her. Being awesome like she is, she thought to grab everyone before they could separate out and lined us all up on the stairs of the main papala for a group photo.
Then we all moved down to the lounge area, set up on the beach, for more hugs and some real Mexican margaritas.
Father-In-Law Meerkat was sweet enough to pass me one right from the start. Isn’t he great? 
Followed, of course, by a big hug for his new daughter-in-law.
While we never planned to have a standard receiving line, in essence that is what happened. Mr. Meerkat and I stood in one place while everyone came over to congratulate us.
The next few minutes went by in a big blur.
I can remember vividly Sister Meerkat and Mama Meerkat giving us both huge hugs and telling us how happy they were,
and Mr. Meerkat’s grandfather giving me a huge hug.
Then whispered in my ear, as a joke, something about how there was no escaping now.
And I remember Mr. Meerkat’s grandmother giving us both huge hugs.
I look at these pictures of Nonni Meerkat and I can see how much love she has for both of us.
I don’t think she could have made me feel anymore welcomed into my few family.
Up Next: Mixing and Mingling – Our Cocktail Hour
Their happy faces make me so glad, marriage is trully most important part of every women’s life.
So much love at your wedding, it’s so touching and amazing!
Meerkat, these pictures totally made me cry! They’re so touching and full of love. 
You chose the perfect colors for your wedding. They really pop in all of these pictures. Well done!
Soooooo much love. These are great pics. That one of the margs is gorgeous, too, btw Although not quite as touching.
Family is amazing! I love all the photos that document their sheer joy and happiness in your being married. I also am totally digging the mix of brights and neutrals in the attire, perfect beach wedding.
Every time I see photos from your wedding I can’t help smiling Pure gorgeosness and love!
I love these pictures – so happy! so bright! so warm!
Every single person looks overjoyed to be there with you two. Love it!
Wonderful pics! I can feel the joy (and the sun!) of the day .
My wedding hair is awfully similar to yours… I had no idea until now. Love all the pics! I agree that your colors pop in these pictures and add great life to them.
Mrs. Meerkat, Kalamazoo, MI/Riviera Maya Age and Occupation: 30, Application Engineer Fiance's Age and Occupation: 23, IT Consultant Engagement Date: July 26, 2008 Wedding Date: December 2010 Venue: Al Cielo / La Laguna About Me: I’m a tech-savvy tomboy with an affinity for hot tea and good sushi. Us Meerkats are just a couple fun lovin’ geeks from Michigan. We love anything having to do with movies, books, video games or technology and we hold a special place in our hearts for our two very spoiled shih-tzus, Wicket and Bravo. We also LOVE to travel. We love it so much it only took us 12 hours after we got engaged to decide to have a destination wedding. We are working our little Meerkat tails off planning a rustic-chic, travel themed destination wedding in the Riviera Maya with a semi-formal, vintage-turned-modern, outdoor at home reception back here in Michigan.
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