Montreal ~ Ashlynn’s Wedding

Arrived to Montreal over an hour late, took an Uber to Ashlynn’s and enjoyed time with her, Hugo and friends. They had both just arrived back from Bachelorette/Bachelor parties. They took some down time while I socialized with the others…. Eventually, at 4pm, Hugo rounded up everyone except me, who were going to the Airbnb and took them over. I stayed and had some Ashlynn time…. A mini pedicure and metallic silver toe nails to match her fingers and my toes too.
Both her and Hugo needed to finish writing vows, once they were done, around 8pm, we walked to the Airbnb and Hugo’s parents joined (Robyn, Jeff and Aria were already there).
Ashlynn and Hugo were going to be separated…. So he didn’t see her until the “exchange of vows,” so he stayed at the Airbnb with Jeff and I, and Ashlynn, Robyn and Aria went back to the apartment. Jeff and I rearranged the living room so that the vows would take place in the most picturesque spot, and everyone would have seating.
On Monday morning at 10am, I joined them. Looking around, I decided that I would be most helpful by cleaning (LOTS of dishes, Laundry, bathroom, etc..) so they would have a clean space to return too after the marriage (and when they returned from the honeymoon). Robyn did Ashlynn’s hair, and Aria cooked Finnish crepes, eggs and sausages. Then it was makeup and getting dressed time. After trying on a few, I went with my old dress that I gave to Ashlynn for a wedding last summer, and her shawl. We all got in an Uber and went to the Airbnb where the “ceremony was held.
Brad (Ashlynn’s Dad) and Tracy, Chris and Mary (Hugo’s parents), Griffin (Hugo’s brother), Jeff and Aria (witnesses that went to notary with them), Erica (bridesmaid for BC) and Robyn (bridesmaid for BC), myself and Josh the photographer witnessed the exchange of vows and rings (from 2:40-3:20) Then they left for the notary.
We all met back at Starbar at 6pm. I realized at 4:45 that I hadn’t printed documents I needed for Panama… so a sprint up Saint Laurent to a print shop, arriving 2 mins before closing at 5pm! I went to the apartment afterwards and did a bit more cleaning, then Robyn and I walked to Starbar, passing and ultimately designing a flower bouquet for Ashlynn before arriving.
The first hour was the core group from the ceremony and then friend started to arrive… staying untill 9ish. Walked back to the apartment with Ashlynn and Hugo, to help carry items, and a big goodbye Hug…. Knowing I’ll see them in August for wedding event #2 in BC.
I returned to the Airbnb, chatted with Jeff, Aria and Robyn for awhile and then took my last long hot shower in Canada. My sleep was fitful as I was likely worried about my scheduled Uber and early morning pickup.
I’m sitting on the plane (Copa Airlines) writing this…. And going through the picture of the weekend. Ashlynn looked SO So happy and in her element. I am thrilled that she has celebrated her 10 year anniversary, the way that suited her and Hugo best ❤️❤️.
I haven’t finished my “gift” to them yet, but will continue to work on it for August. Off to Mexico they go, later today and I hope they don’t experience a flight delay, as I have on nearly every flight I’ve taken in Canada this trip.Læs mere