On a radiant day at Rancho Pegaso in Pocola, Oklahoma, I had the honor of officiating the wedding of Bianca and Guadalupe, a stunning Salvadoran-Mexican couple. Surrounded by 100 of their closest family and friends, they celebrated their love in a ceremony that beautifully blended two rich cultures.

Bianca and Guadalupe’s story began in 2019 when they met and became fast friends. Friendship blossomed into love, and by 2020 they were officially a couple. Bianca knew early on that Guadalupe was the one for her. In 2021, during a romantic trip to Miami, FL, she proposed, setting the stage for this unforgettable wedding day.

The ceremony was set against the backdrop of a heart-shaped arch, elegantly adorned with white roses. It was a perfect representation of the love that brought everyone together. Bianca and Guadalupe honored their cultural roots by incorporating the traditional lazo and arras into their ceremony, symbolizing unity and the sharing of their new life together. They also shared custom vows, adding a personal and heartfelt touch to the ceremony.

To add a bit of levity to the event, the DJ played a TikTok video featuring a priest humorously explaining the significance of the lazo tradition in Mexican culture. It was a light-hearted moment that brought laughter and joy to everyone present.

It was truly an honor to travel from Oklahoma City to be part of such a special day. Bianca and Guadalupe’s wedding was a beautiful reminder of the power of love to bring together different cultures, creating a tapestry of traditions, joy, and unity.

Review from brides Bianca and Guadalupe:

​"We couldn't be happier with how our wedding ceremony turned out! Every detail was perfect, from the heart-shaped arch to the incorporation of our traditions. The lazo and arras ceremony was so meaningful, and our custom vows made the day feel uniquely ours. We loved the fun touch with the TikTok video—it lightened the mood and added some laughter to our special day. Thank you for making our ceremony everything we dreamed of and more!"

After two years of navigating the challenges of a long-distance relationship, this Puerto Rican groom, residing in Dallas, TX, made the heartfelt decision to marry his beloved Mexican bride in Oklahoma City. Their love story is a testament to the power of patience, commitment, and devotion—qualities they nurtured while being miles apart.

For two years, they bridged the distance with frequent trips between Texas and Oklahoma, strengthening their bond with every visit, call, and shared moment. The miles that separated them only deepened their love and made every reunion more meaningful.

When the time was right, the groom made his way to Oklahoma City with a clear intention: to transform their long-distance relationship into a lifetime commitment. Their wedding was intimate and deeply personal, a celebration of not only their love but the journey they had taken to get to this point.

A touching part of their ceremony was the sand ritual, symbolizing the union of two lives, two hearts, and two different places. With each handful of sand, they blended their individual journeys, creating something new and unbreakable. Just as the grains of sand can never be separated, so too will their lives be forever intertwined.

​Their story is one of perseverance and unwavering love—a love that knows no boundaries, be it distance or time. The celebration of their marriage marks the beginning of a new chapter, one where they no longer have to count the miles but can simply count the moments they now share together. For this couple, love truly conquered all, and their wedding day in Oklahoma City will forever be a beautiful reminder of their incredible journey.
 
Best wishes to Israel & Maria!
 
Review from Maria the bride: “From start to finish, Rev. Yareni Alvarado was warm, professional, and truly listened to our vision. One of the most special moments was the sand ceremony she included, symbolizing the blending of our families and cultures so beautifully. It added such a personal touch! Thank you for making our day unforgettable and for helping us start our married life with such a meaningful experience!”

​Después de dos años de navegar por los desafíos de una relación a larga distancia, este novio Puertorriqueño, residente en Dallas, TX, tomó la sincera decisión de casarse con su amada novia Mexicana en Oklahoma City. Su historia de amor es un testimonio del poder de la paciencia, el compromiso y la devoción, cualidades que cultivaron estando a millas de distancia.

Durante dos años, salvaron la distancia con viajes frecuentes entre Texas y Oklahoma, fortaleciendo su vínculo con cada visita, llamada y momento compartido. Las millas que los separaban solo profundizaron su amor e hicieron que cada reunión fuera más significativa.

Cuando llegó el momento adecuado, el novio se dirigió a Oklahoma City con una clara intención: transformar su relación a larga distancia en un compromiso de por vida. Su boda fue íntima y profundamente personal, una celebración no solo de su amor, sino también del viaje que habían realizado para llegar a este punto.

Una parte conmovedora de su ceremonia fue el ritual de la arena, que simboliza la unión de dos vidas, dos corazones y dos lugares diferentes. Con cada puñado de arena, fusionaron sus viajes individuales, creando algo nuevo e inquebrantable. Así como los granos de arena nunca pueden separarse, también sus vidas estarán entrelazadas para siempre.

​Su historia es una de perseverancia y amor inquebrantable, un amor que no conoce límites, ya sea la distancia o el tiempo. La celebración de su matrimonio marca el comienzo de un nuevo capítulo, uno en el que ya no tienen que contar los millas, sino simplemente pueden contar los momentos que ahora comparten juntos. Para esta pareja, el amor realmente lo conquistó todo, y el día de su boda en Oklahoma City será por siempre un hermoso recordatorio de su increíble viaje.
 
¡Les deseo lo mejor a Israel y a María!
 
Recomendación de María, la novia: “De principio a fin, la Rev. Yareni Alvarado fue cálida, profesional y realmente escuchó nuestra visión. Uno de los momentos más especiales fue la ceremonia de arena que incluyó, que simboliza la fusión de nuestras familias y culturas de manera tan hermosa. ¡Le agregó un toque muy personal! ¡Gracias por hacer que nuestro día fuera inolvidable y por ayudarnos a comenzar nuestra vida de casados ​​con una experiencia tan significativa!”