Couples who walk through each step of their relationship together are often very successful and meaningful.Considering just how Rajesh and Nirmala managed to develop such a strong relationship is an indication of how wonderful their lives will be together.

With Nirmala living in Washington, DC, and Rajesh in Miami, Florida, the couple spent six months dating and considerable time apart. The understanding shown while sharing a long distance relationship shows the maturity of their union. Rajesh was extremely attentive and carefully listened towhat Nirmala wanted in her engagement ring before buying the ring of her dreams. He proposed at Nirmala’s home, and wedding preparations began almost immediately thereafter.

The couple settled on the bringing the wedding vision to fruition after a long, continual scouring for vendors, venues and themes. The wedding took place in Orlando, and the couple’s friends and familyhappily came together to celebrate this wondrous occasion. The Wyndham Orlando Hotelwas the perfect venue to host the wedding and reception.

The mehndi and haldi ceremonies were held at the bride and groom’s homes for the respective parties. Vibrant colors and linens, cheerful lighting, upbeat music and gorgeous Indian touches enhanced the outdoor splendor for the occasion.

The groom and his entourage arrived at the wedding venue in a limousine flanked by several cars. Once at the hotel, Rajesh rode to the wedding ceremony site grandly on horseback. Thebride’s party received the groom and his friends warmly, and everyone was ushered to the ballroom. Traditional mandir styles fashioned the venue, with bright reds and burnt oranges that were highlighted in the drapes and flowers. Matching lights added to the traditional feel. Programs were handed to guests upon entry. All guests were treated to lavish sweets, while live Indian music kept them in a festive mood.

At the reception, ivory, gold and lavender reflected off crystals, candles, and lights. Large centerpieces and flowers added to the regal ambiance. Among song and dance, and several timeless moments captured on a special video,the couple managed a wedding they will live many times over.

Nirmala believes that compromise is the key given that there are two families with different thoughts involved. Smilesoutweigh the trivialities that cease to exist in retrospect. Rajesh, on the other hand, enjoyed living every moment building up to the wedding, and during it as well. I Like most brides, Nirmalahad her fair share of nightmares about failed moments. None of them, thankfully, happened. While the wedding cake did not appear on time, in the magic of the moment, no one really noticed.

Not every wedding story is a breeze that sweeps you away with in-your-face romance. While there are some stories that will take your breath away, others are more subdued, even slow and hesitant in the offering. Kajal and Viraj’s story typifies not only the subdued version, but also what is common to all true wedding stories – a heart-warming tale, romance, and most importantly, a happy ending.

Having known each other for years, Viraj and Kajal only managed exchanged pleasantries during that time. While both of them tell different stories about how their relationship blossomed, the common factor that brought them together is their dogs. After a year together and with the help of the canines playing cupid, a proposal was well in order.

Viraj had to think of something truly unique, since Kajal told him emphatically that she would know of a proposal the moment she saw something fancy. Using rose petals and flowers to frame the all-important question, Viraj even got down on one knee with a ring in hand.

Wedding and engagement plans took off in full swing with Viraj and Kajal handling all the details, and both families lending helping hands. The event took place in Tampa, Florida, which was in close proximity to Kajal’s family home. Taking pains to plan and decorate themselves, the garba was a colorful pageant, with drapes and lighting using to spectacular effect.

With Rakesh Anand in charge of all wedding decorations, everything Kajal wanted was arranged just so. Pillars with floral decorations, expanses of white, a gold, purple and fuchsiam unadapted generous up lighting made for a fairy tale experience. Adding to the mood was music that was arranged especially for the occasion.

With pictures taken at each juncture to provide lasting memories, the bride and groom arrived in a car and carriage respectively. Soon after, it was time for the reception, and crystal, Manzanita trees and lighting added a new dimension to the pink, purple and blue theme.

Special dances by the bride, groom and bridesmaids were followed by the father-daughter dance and the couple’s first dance. The occasion exuded every element needed to make it magnificent. The troubles, arguments, planning and labor all bore fruit in proportions no one imagined possible.

Every love story has its own special magic. Some find passion, others comfort, some humor and others companionship. However, it is the undercurrent of love and a special friendship that keeps every relationship alive. Through all the nightmares that Kajal lived before her wedding, and the minor oversights that no one even noticed until the wedding video was made, living this relationship and the marriage made the journey of life worth traveling.

For retail banker Kajal and customer care specialist Viraj, they have just begun filling their joint account with special moments and loving gestures. The fortune that they manage to amass during their life will multiply manifold as time progresses.

Kajal weds Viraj