Ortega Wedding
Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you with love: Mr. and Mrs. Ortega!
Loved ones gathered for an August day of fun on the farm celebrating Diego and Elizabeth. The setting at Bristol Hill Farm was picturesque from every angle, and friends and family enjoyed each precious moment. It was a lovely honor to get to know the bride and groom and to unite them in marriage.
Enjoy a few excerpts from this joyful ceremony below.
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As middle schoolers at Mitchell in Racine, it was not love at first sight for Diego and Elizabeth. Elizabeth said that Diego just wanted all the attention, and she didn’t like that. Diego said Elizabeth looked mean, and he was scared to talk to her. Years later, after graduating high school, Elizabeth and Diego reconnected at a friend’s house. A friendly conversation between the two of them revealed that Elizabeth had a sense of humor and was fun to talk with and that Diego could pay attention to someone other than himself.
Finding each other far from their middle school misconceptions, in August of 2017, Diego and Elizabeth discovered that they actually like each other and began dating. They enjoy nature walks at Pets Park, family game nights, bowling, and watching movies together. They welcomed two incredible children into the world, Kaiden and Malia. They have grown into such a beautiful family together.
On Christmas Eve 2020, Diego completely surprised Elizabeth with a heartfelt marriage proposal, and she readily exclaimed, “Yes!” It is with so much love that these two chose to unite in marriage today.
Diego and Elizabeth, with the wisdom of the years, with eyes and hearts wide open, and with blessings from God, you are called to be each other’s love story and embrace your happily ever after together.
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Vows
(Diego) Elizabeth, I take you as you are, loving who you are now and who you are yet to become.
I promise to appreciate you, to grow with you, and to be supportive of you.
I will cherish you always.
I will love you and have faith in your love for me,
through all our years together and all that life may bring us.
(Elizabeth) Diego, I take you as you are, loving who you are now and who you are yet to become.
I promise to appreciate you, to grow with you, and to be supportive of you.
I will cherish you always.
I will love you and have faith in your love for me,
through all our years together and all that life may bring us.
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The love Diego and Elizabeth share is a beautiful blessing. May their love grow and through strength, unity, and time be a blessing not only onto themselves but onto their families and the world around them. Lord, guide this couple to stay connected in any adversity and to treasure and protect their marriage. May we, as their family and friends, commit to uphold and encourage this couple to the best of our ability. May we express abundant thankfulness for this day, our friendships, our health, and our precious time. Please bless this reception and may it be a treasured experience that this couple holds in their hearts forever. Amen.
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To Diego and Elizabeth and a lifetime of love! Salud!
