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Mr & Mr Kaihe-Wetting

Jun 7, 2009

The Deed is Done and the Die is Cast....we have truly tied that proverbial knot...Friday 19th February 2010 is etched in our memories and our hearts forever.

Can hardly believe its all over. We have so many people to thank. Also we believe that the Maori TV coverage of our day is scheduled to air on July 4th 10:30pm on a new show called 'Wero'...so keep an eye out for that...its American Independance Day...so that should be easy to remember.

Alongside that we will also have our own DVD completed sometime soon...and we'll have a movie night in Auckland and of course arrange to take it back home to the Hokianga and show it at the Horeke Tavern one night...we really look forward to organising that...this time we'll cater.

Of all the memories and all the accolades...the true stars...were the Hau Kainga...the people of Horeke and Utakura...in full support and their Pink and Blacks they shone. With humility, grace and aroha they embraced us all. Our day could not have been achieved without their support... words can not express our appreciation. We look forward to returning home often and spending more time there.

Arohanui
Ian and Erik Kaihe-Wetting

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Feb 20, 2011

Civil Union First Year Anniversary 2011
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Christmas & New Years Holidays 2010/2011
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Our Civil Union
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Kia ora Koutou Barely five weeks to go. I've just sent out a group email reminding everyone of our Big Day...Friday February 19th 2010. Also I posted our bank account details. Basically because on our offical invites we mentioned that instead of gifts we would appreciate donations towards renovating our kitchen. Because of that many people have asked to donate in advance or because they may not be able to make on the day. So if you wish to donate earlier here is our bank account details: Ian Kaihe & Erik Wetting Westpac Manurewa 03 0399 0602520 00 Look forward to seeing you all there. Arohanui Ian & Erik

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Feb 14, 2011

First Year Anniversary Preparations (Saturday Feb 19th 5pm)

Kia ora Koutou First year Civil Union Anniversary Preparations. As I mentioned in my calendar event our 'First Year Civil Union Anniversary' is this Saturday Feb 19th 5pm at our place. That is 127 Rowandale Ave Manurewa .... more

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rsegedin wrote on Feb 21, '10

hi!!!!!...i came with rosemary to the wedding and i must admit it was the first time i have ever come to a gay civil union...!!!!i take my hatsss off to both ian and erik and i have never ever witness anything o beautiful...i come from Fiji and i must say tat i am grateful that i got opportunity to come and attend the gathering...i also enjoyed the warmth of the maori people and also having to sleep in the marae and experience your culture...!!!!!!.....and if any of maori whanau and the couple are on facebook ,,,please do add me as your friend......i must admit this is the best wedding /civil union i have ever attended...infact so inspired i shud be a wedding planner...!!!!!!!!topsss to u both!!!!!!....daniel Loo

fgennip wrote on Feb 19, '10

Hello Erik and Ian ,
From a rainy Spain we wish you a sunny future together !!
Sending a mail from here seems a "mission impossible "!! The internetconnection is down for hours .
We wish you a lot of happiness !!

Aunty Chris - Uncle Frits .

ygnaz wrote on Feb 18, '10

Hallo Ian and Erik,
Hope this one is on time.
A message from the Netherlands.
We hope you have a fantastic day and wish you lots of happiness
Say hello to the family from us.

Ygnaz and Anita Boersma Wetting

tonyandruth wrote on Feb 16, '10

Kia ora kōrua
Change of plans - unfortunately!
Whānau comings and goings here mean we can't get away as planned to join you up north for what is going to be a very happy day for you both.
Will be with you in spirit on the day and wish you both a long and happy life together. Arohanui, Tony and Ruth Spelman

shiuk wrote on Feb 14, '10

Hi you two,
Shiu and Biran would like to join you on the big day. We have taken time of from work and want to be there. Could you please confirm.
Call Shiu 0276765627 on Monday or at home 2781160.

helennz1 wrote on Feb 10, '10

oh I forgot can I have one of Gabe's Facinators? I'll get it on the day. Also if I need to come by myself and can talk someone into coming too, would a last minute guest be okay?

helennz1 wrote on Feb 10, '10

Hi my darlings,
I will be there. If I can't find a ride I will fuel up the honda. Does rose count as pink???? PS your site is great just had a read.
Helen

bigjleota1942 wrote on Feb 10, '10, edited on Feb 10, '10

Joe and Anne Le'ota are coming and want to know whether any accommodation available around or near the Hokianga Harbour. look forward to be with you guys on your big day.
'Oaf atu
Joe & Anne Contact: joe.anne@clear.net.nz ph. 07-576-1398 or 021-652-899

moaet wrote on Feb 3, '10

Hey elena here. I am coming with John-boy and my two girls Zhamiya and Billie. I can't wait!

delashnispag wrote on Feb 2, '10

Kia ora
The Pinheys would love 2 be part
of ur wonderful day

iananderik wrote on Jan 15, '10

Kia ora Bruce & Josie

Thank you for message. No doubt some of the other whanau will be there...Erik and I are heading towards Whangarei tomorrow morning to do our tamoko in preparation for the big day. We will certainly have lots of photo's on the day and also a professionally produced DVD. So we will upload a lot of that on to our site.

So keep in touch.

Arohanui
Ian & Erik

tanzr wrote on Jan 14, '10

Kia ora korua,

Ae e toru tangata, ko au ratou ko Anahera, ko Akanihi.........KA MAU TE WEHI!!!!!

Arohanui,
Tanz.

cul8r12 wrote on Jan 14, '10

Hi to you both.
Josie & I are unfortunately unable to attend & celebrate with you. However I would like to do something special for you. With your permission & if no one else is doing it. I would like maybe 10 of your favorite photos on the day or in fact any photos & create for you an exceptional piece of artwork you will treasure forever.
The offer is there.

Bruce & Josie Stephens

tray007 wrote on Jan 13, '10

Tena Korua

Would love to be there and was looking forward to your big day. Unfortunately, getting knocked up halfway thru the year just wasn't the plan either as I am due to have baby #2 by the weekend of your wedding. Great timing that was ha!! Wish you both all the best on your special day. Arohanui Tracy (AKA Tee xox:)

nielswiekard wrote on Jan 13, '10

Dear Eric and Ian,

We would realy like to come the ceremony but travelling from the Netherlands is just a little bit to much. We hope you will have a great day with all your family and friends.

Best wishes, Niels and Hester Wiekard