We never had the privilege to meet Cordell and Rabe before their wedding day, because they stay in the USA (Detroit, Michigan). But the wonderful journey we already started with Rabe’s mother, Latani, was truly precious to me.

So when the time finally arrived for us to travel up to the North, my excitement was twofold…to meet the rest of Latani’s family and serve them with our love and talents, as well as to be back in my hometown, Louis Trichardt (now known as Makhado). I grew up on a farm between Louis Trichardt and Tzaneen. Rabe in return, grew up in the beautiful Venda and therefor also wanted to celebrate her roots and her people with this occasion. And faithful to this sub-tropical part of South-Africa, at the southern foot of the Soutpansberg Mountain range, we had lots of clouds and soft rain from time to time, which saved the day from being unbearably hot!

Cordell and Rabe, thank you that we could get to know you closer. As expected, you were such an enjoyable couple to work with. Despite a few time challenges, you were such a pleasure to work with. Your love for each other and your ability to still have fun and make the most of your time, is a blessing. Your wedding was different in so many ways and I enjoyed this fact. It was your wedding day…unique and personal, just like you are. We trust that all your guests and family were soooo blessed by your visit and your wedding celebration! It was very clear, that although you stay on the other side of the world, there is a lot of Vendas who support you and love you, and will walk the extra mile to be with you.

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ – Colossians 3:23-24

I usually do a special thanks for suppliers, but instead here is a long list, of a longer list, of people whom the Makwarela family are truly grateful for:

Mukondi as the Matron of Honor
Bridesmaids & Groomsmen
Madzivhandila family
Tshifaro Nthambeleni (Latani’s sister)
Mamokete Mafumo
Gadisin Milton
Bologo family
Bishop Lalamani
Dr AM Masakona
Pastor Thanyani Ranwedzi
Mr Ronald Mutsila
All the brothers and sisters of Latani (Bride’s mother)
Nthambeleni family
Mr Maphangwa Family
Adv. Sikhwivhilu
Nevhulaudzi family
Chef Mr Elias Laka
Mr Kubayi Eric
Mrs Hilda Nthambeleni (sister in law)
Mufamadi Simon – for the sound management on the day
Pastor Mphephu
Calvary Christian Church
Tshililo Sikwari – for the beautiful décor
Cinema d’Art – for the beautiful highlight clip of your wedding day!
…and finally Cinema d’Art and Lucinda du Toit Photographic d’Art want to thank Latani for the beautiful and personal way in which you built a relationship with us…you are a very special lady!