The setting for the ceremony and reception was a deserted beach at Kona Sea Salt, a salt processing plant just north of the city. The venue was lovely, removed from the distractions one might expect from a manufacturing facility.
The wedding ceremony was not a boilerplate affair. The woman who officiated made an effort to explain the many Hawaiian customs that were integrated into the ceremony, creating a warm, personal mood and an understanding of local culture. The bride was radiant; the setting was perfect; the vibe from those in attendance was positive and supportive. Even the children appeared to be enjoying the moment.
Our hosts provided 4 food trucks with various types of food, as well as an open bar with tropical drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Hawaiian music accompanied the reception, and as the sun went down, our son, Wyatt, and Siobhan’s sisters offered toasts to the newlyweds.
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(l-r) Bridesmaids (sisters), groom (Kent), best man (Wyatt)
The bride and groom’s family
Traditional part of the ceremony
Reciting the vows
Final act
Mr. and Mrs.
Kent’s sisters, mother, and other relatives
Wedding setting
Parents photo
Sara with three of the cousins (Sam,Jude, Emmett)
Two of our grandsons, belly up to the bar
Best man, keeping an eye on Luca & Jude
Luca & Jude, staying close to shaved ice truck
Jani’s brother Martin, with Beth
Sam and Emmett await shaved ice
4 grandsons in need of sustenance
Open for business
Wyatt, Nicole and Sara
Wyatt offers toast as bride & groom look on
Bride’s sisters offer a toast
Kent’s sister, Ellen and mother, Judy
Kent’s dad, Matt with Cathy
Threatening skies; the rain held off
Tables by the sea
The 3 of 6 siblings that attended
4 well-behaved grandsons
Wyatt & Sara
Bride and Groom at Sunset
Beth & Nicole put there heads together in ceremonial fashion
