let's go to the beginning
Our love for children actually brought us together. He loved carrying children during church service which was really sweet while i worked in the children church. At some point, we were in a secret competition with ourselves. The bragging right was who will be surrounded with the most kids during service. He even contemplated joining the children church workers in a bid to measure up with me. One day as I was leaving church, after our usual hello oil bunker (him) and hi native doctor (her) he asked for my phone number which i obliged. He couldn't wait to get home before calling me ( he was clearly in love with me already 😃😃). Things went on smoothly as we kept talking as friends until the midnight call of 21st June 2013 when uncle confessed finally that he was in love with me ☺(smiles). We officially kicked off the strangest of relationships, I gained admission to study medicine in the American University of Saint Vincent , Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and he also gained admission to Near East University Cyprus. We had plans to travel together but he later aborted his travel plans and i went ahead to traveling alone .We both thought our relationship will die a natural death because of the long distance as we were confined to just talking on phone. Months had gone by then turned to years and we kept pushing even though that wasn't the easiest of tasks, one way or the other we still found a way to keep loving ourselves. Unfortunately We had our first break up in 2016
HIS SIDE OF THE STORY
She broke up with me in 2016 and truly she couldn't survive without me (mischievous smile 😎) one day she called me up and told me "i don't care about who you are dating right now just tell the person that i'm back " (she came begging ). Well as a God-fearing man, although i actually missed her like crazy we continued the relationship after the Break in transmission . She was still not back to the country.😔😔 we went on with our long distance relationship until 2018 when she visited Nigeria for the first time in five years. We reignited our love for each other and promised to be together till the end of time. In 2019, i thought to myself i'll be of all men "most miserable" if i don't put a ring on the finger of this my friend and partner of many years. So i took the bold step and asked her to be my wife and she "gladly" said yes!!!
So, here we are in 2020 sealing our journey till the end of time with love, patience, and understanding!
She is Ranee, He is Idy. Together we bring you #LoveRaId2020.......
Tidbits
Who is the most annoying?
We are!!
How did you first meet?
See Our Story!
Who made the first move? How?
He made the first move
Who's going to take out the trash?
Whoever happens to be closer to the trash
What's your favorite activity together?
We love taking walks together and also playing Scrabble
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
Obudu cattle ranch in cross river state..
Schedule
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
LoveRaid2020 white wedding
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Share in our joy as we start our journey till the end of time
Beautiful outfit. Remember our colors are Maroon, all shades of Green, Royal Blue and Silver.
LoveRaid2020 Traditional wedding
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Here we will be doing the traditional rites
Guys: Etibo and Wrapper. Ladies: Come in all colours of awesomeness
Wedding Party and Vendors
Aniebiet Ebenezer
Maid of Honor
Solomon Akpan
Best Man
Cha cha Bridals
Bridals vendor
Sleek Fingers
Makeup Artist
Florence
Decoration and Rentals
Optimist Photos
Photography
Martha Anthony
Wedding Cake designer
Kalila Ushers
Usher
Wisdom Nsi
Flower Boy
Emem Udoewah
Flower Girl
Zion Akabom
Junior Groomsman
Gracious Jack
Flower Girl
Dignity Akabom
Junior Groomsman
Blessing Akpan
Flower Girl
Ernest Nsi
Junior Groomsman
Treasure Nsi
Flower Girl
Fortune Nsi
Flower Boy
Blossom Akpan
Flower Girl
Gifts and Registry
Your presence is enough of a present to us! But for those of you who are stubborn, we've put together a wish-list to help you out, including two charities that are near and dear to our hearts.
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP early, so we can have an accurate headcount. :)
Can I bring a date?
Please check your invite for your +1!
What will the weather be like?
Honestly we cant tell what the weather will be like in this part of the world lolll....
From previous years, December is usually cold and chilly (Harmattan) but not winter kind of chilly.
Where should I park?
There is plenty of free parking in and around Madelyn Hotels, Eket.
What should I wear?
Come as beautiful as you can
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony is outdoors, wear a hat and sunscreen.
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
Calling all ladies! Do not wear stiletto heels. I repeat, do not wear stiletto heels. There are a bunch of grassy/dirt areas that you might have to walk in so wear chunky heels or sandals. Can't have any of you ruining nice shoes or breaking any ankles.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos and share them on all social media platform
However, please refrain from disturbing other people's view during the ceremony
Whom should I call with questions?
Please call our lovely maid of honor Aniebiet with question at +2349082575586
Our handsome best man Solomon at +2348033756239
You can also contact the ever Elegant bride's sister Uduak at +2347062902772 or +2348059673650
Will there be any activities happening that I need to know about?
Yes!! There will be an after party at Tingles Lodge. Come with your swim suit, it's gonna be a wet party 😉
Travel and accommodation
Getting In
We recommend flying into Akwa Ibom State via Ibom Air. It runs three flight everyday from Lagos and Abuja.
December being a festive season, please make your arrangements as soon as possible for the best rates and availability.
Madelyn Hotel, Ekpowong Street, Eket, Nigeria
This is where the ceremony will be held, email us on time so we can add more rooms to our reservation list.
Tingles Lodge, Estate Road, Ikot Udoma Road, Eket, Nigeria
We'll be having a full house here for our guests and this is where we will have the poolside after party .. Call in early for reservations. Beautiful hotel with a serene environment.
First Fruit Garden and Suites, Eket, Nigeria
Hotel is child friendly, has full laundry services, in a nice and cozy environment. Bar and food is top notch. Its located in the city center, about 5 minutes walk to the wedding venue.
Complimentary Shuttle
Dec 29
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Shuttles to the wedding will depart from the various hotels to Madelyn Hotels Eket, don't be late!
Dec 29
1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
We'll have a good time at the reception/traditional marriage which will be held at Salvation Army Primary School, Edo, Esit Eket. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to have so much fun. Our complimentary shuttles will take you there and back to your hotels. Don't miss the shuttle..
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