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Greek Orthodox Church, Christchurch
Wedding Day, 21.01.06 at 3pm |
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Interior - Greek Orthodox Church
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At Monique's home - dressed for her wedding.
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Taken in Monique's garden before leaving for the service.
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Proud Dad walking his daughter down the isle.
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Monique and Andreas hold their right hands together. Rings are initially placed on the 3rd finger - right hand.
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Crowning of the couple with the Stefana (crowns attached by ribbon) signifies glory and honor that God crowns them with.
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The priest crowns the couple each thrice.
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The priest leads Monique and Andreas around the table three times. The steps around the table represents the unending journey of husband and wife.
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Children holding large decorated candles at the front of the church.
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The Koumbaro (religious sponsor) interchanges the crowns crossed.
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Rice and rose petals are thrown over Monique and Andreas inside the church and as they walk outside.
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The extended family of Andreas'
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Scott, Kyriakos, Scott, Andreas, Lisa, Rosalie, Jonelle
Scott & Scott are friends of Andreas and Kyriakos his brother.
Lisa and Jonelle are friends of Monique and Rosalie her sister. |
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Mum and Dad Flavall with Monique and Andreas
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Rosalie & Nancy Flavall, Andreas & Monique Michaelides, Rob & Brad Flavall
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Nancy, proud Nana (Maude), Andreas, Monique, Rob
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Jazz Band at Garden Reception - Chateau on the Park
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Garden Reception 6pm - 7:15pm
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Two Mums - Nancy & Despo
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Reception Hall - Chateau on the Park, Christchurch
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Bridal Party Arriving - 7:30pm
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Speech from father of the bride
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Speech from Father of the Groom
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Cutting the cake
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Layers of Fruit and Chocolate Mud Cake - Delicious
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Monique and Andreas Michaelides
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The Girls - Monique, Lisa, Rosalie, Jonelle
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Traditional Greek Money Dance
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Friends and family members pin money onto the bridal couple's clothing.
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Traditional Greek Money Dance
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Rosalie and Fiance, Shar
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Nancy & Andreas
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Nancy & Rob - Proud Parents
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Casey, Andreas' Grandmother (Yiayia) from Cyprus, Wayne
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Plate Smashing - Means Good Luck
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Bridesmaids dancing during plate smashing.
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Good Luck to the happy couple
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