We spent a lot of time with the Kimeu family over the holidays since Peter Kimeu has been Will's Kenyan mzee (father) since Will's trip in 2006. Peter invited us to the wedding of his daughter, Stella, when we saw him in Minnesota in September, and three months later, there we were.
Stella and Anthony walking down the aisle. The chapel they were married in had beautiful stained glass, which is pretty rare here. The ceremony was pretty similar to a typical Western wedding ceremony, but at least twice as long. I've heard that weddings usually begin notoriously late- a 10 o'clock wedding could start at 2 pm. On "African time," I've found that the more important the occasion, the later you are. But this ceremony started relatively on time.
Mama Kimeu, Stella, Anthony, and Peter. Stella's wedding color was bubblegum pink.
Kimeu relatives dancing at the reception. The bridal party arrived after everyone had eaten, and the women rushed to greet the new couple with singing and dancing. There were around 400 people at the reception, in 2 tents facing opposite each other- one tent for the bride's family and friend and one tent for the groom's. There's not so much mingling of the families, because the whole affair is basically a goodbye party for the wife as she leaves her family and becomes part of her husband's family and homestead.
Peter's son, James, and his girlfriend, Ashley, in the conga line. His other son, Pius, is married to another Ashley and it caused a lot of confusion.
Peter's son, James, and his girlfriend, Ashley, in the conga line. His other son, Pius, is married to another Ashley and it caused a lot of confusion.The wedding couple and their guests dancing and celebrating.
It seems from videos that everyone enjoyed a lot dancing! Glad that everyone had great time there. Well, this is the fun time for all relatives and family members of the bride and groom. I also got married last month with my love at grand event venues of my city. Everyone enjoyed yummy food there a lot!
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