Love was definitely in the air at Vaitele yesterday where two very special people committed to a lifetime of wonderful memories and togetherness.
After four years of courting, Key Iapena and Anita Viane exchanged vows before friends, relatives and guests at the Schwartz Construction compound, Vaitele.
Key Iapena is the eldest of Iapena and Maraea Tia’s five children. He hails from Vaitele.
Anita Lisette Viane is the eighth of nine children of Viane and Rosella Papali’i of Leulumoega and Vaitele.
John Papali’i conducted the brief but intimate service, uniting the duo in holy matrimony.
Through tears of joy, Anita said yesterday was a dream come true.
“I remember that we met during a youth gathering back in 2011,” said Anita.
“It was love at first sight and today and I thank God that I have found a soul mate, a best friend and most of all a life time partner.”
The couple acknowledged their families, friends and everyone who has supported them along the way.
“We both especially want to thank our parents for bringing us up and for making this day memorable.”
“We cannot repay all that you have done for us but our prayer is that may the Lord bless you in every way.”
The newlyweds plan to move overseas where they will start a family.