Afrigather What are the chances {that a} choice you took 22 years in the past would set the course of your life in the fitting route? Effectively, for Femi, asking Bukola to be his girlfriend was one in all such defining moments that led them to the place they’re at this time.
Theirs has been a fantastic journey of affection, development, and resilience. Ten years after they exchanged their vows, their love continues to be as shiny as day! That they had a vow renewal in Dubai the place they reminisced on the previous and regarded ahead to a good a brighter future. Surrounded by the heat of the 2 cuties and family members, they made a vow to like and to cherish without end. Additionally, to have a good time this exceptional yr, we requested them just a few questions and their solutions had been simply so enlightening and candy to learn. You’ll love each little bit of it as you scroll.
Take pleasure in their vow renewal photographs and love story beneath:
Their love story as shared by Bukola:
We began as mates in Uni days (2001). His manner was engaging and I questioned who this man was, however then once more I waved off the sensation and didn’t dwell on it. Quick ahead a yr later, we turned mates and had been a part of a small music group. He was very choleric and agency particularly when it got here to rehearsals however once more I discovered him very boastful. I began having second ideas about him like who does he suppose he’s… Lol. we remained mates for a while till 2002 when he determined to ask me out. I’ll let him take it from right here.
Bukola made such a beautiful bride 😍
Their love story as shared by Femi:
On the twenty third of July 2002, I requested her to be my girlfriend. I used to be nearly rounding off 100 degree and was pondering isn’t it too early to begin a relationship now? However once more, I had this interior witness that I couldn’t shake off, I simply was so drawn to her that I then grew very keen on her. I recall a time we had been on an extended strike motion by the college so we didn’t get to see one another for a really very long time and due to this I fell very sick, and was identified that it was emotionally associated. I used to be simply so in love along with her that it affected my well being not seeing her.
In 2008 throughout our NYSC, my elder sisters (twins) had been getting married on the identical day and on the day of their engagement, I used to be alone along with her within the room someplace in Abuja and determined to ask her to marry me. Shortly after that, I left for the UK to do my PHD after which we bought married in 2013… 11 years after courting. I had at all times needed to offer her the type of marriage ceremony she needed although I didn’t have the means on the time we bought married however God made a means for me to create that have for her after 11 years of marriage with our two (2) beautiful daughters. Marrying my spouse has been the very best factor that has ever occurred to me, she has lined my many flaws, errors and nonetheless loves me for me, who is not going to wish to give such a girl the world.
Discuss a beautiful couple 😍
See how the lovebirds reply our 10 questions for 10 blissful years…
Describe one another utilizing solely three phrases
Femi: Loving, Virtuous, charming
Bukola: Caring, loving, type
What’s essentially the most memorable second out of your 10 years of marriage?
Our first journey to Dubai
Share a humorous or quirky behavior that you just’ve found about one another through the years.
Femi: She is aware of learn how to get what she needs from me by all means mandatory
Bukola: He’s so persistent In getting what he needs (he by no means provides up) and he hates the phrase “divorce “
Replicate on a problem you confronted collectively and the way it strengthened your bond.
We had a season in our marriage the place some expensive selections had been made by me, I believed it was going to interrupt our marriage however my spouse by no means gave up on our marriage.
If you happen to might revisit sooner or later out of your marriage ceremony day until date, which wouldn’t it be and why?
Our not too long ago concluded Vow renewal. It was one of the vital memorable days of our lives as a result of it gave us the chance to see one in all our many desires come by.
Let’s start with the groom’s entrance
How do you retain the spark alive in your relationship after 10 years?
Common away journeys actions collectively
Praying collectively has at all times been the inspiration of every thing we’ve got ever achieved
Why did you determine to have a vow renewal?
It had at all times been a want because the husband to offer my spouse a marriage that I couldn’t give her after we bought married 11 years in the past (a vacation spot marriage ceremony) so when God made the chance accessible, it was a no brainier to not give her her dream marriage ceremony
What’s a shared aim or dream you each have for the longer term?
Philanthropism, kingdom financing and turning into one of the vital iconic trend home on this planet
What recommendation would you give to newlyweds based mostly in your experiences?
By no means let the hearth and spark of affection and love dwindle in your marriage, discover avenues to fan to flame your love repeatedly, forgive extra, pray extra collectively, journey collectively repeatedly
If you happen to might recommendation your youthful selves in your marriage ceremony day, what wouldn’t it be?
Femi: Unimaginable is nothing, by no means accept much less when there’s extra in God.
Bukola: Love and endurance is the principle ingredient in a profitable marriage
Right here comes the attractive bride 😍
Time to resume these heartfelt vows
Right here’s to without end! 😍
All set for a enjoyable reception!
Lovebirds and their cuties coming by!
A candy anniversary shock!
It’s after-party o’clock!
It’s all enjoyable from right here!
Credit
Pictures @jgatevisuals
Videography @mkay_productions
Planner @themindofire
Catering @leroyalmeridiendubai
Make-up @oasis_bl_dubai.mua
Hairstylist @her_crown
Groom’s outfit @jahzapparel
Bride’s outfit @jahzapparel
Decor @mkay_ambience
