Kiss from a Rose
Brett Ketchen and Ryan Both, May 30th, 2009, Winnipeg, Manitoba. By Alyssa Buckley
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About the Couple
Bride: Brett Ketchen
Groom: Ryan Both
Occupations: Brett and Ryan are both teachers.
How they met: They met in high school.
Fave date: Their first date almost 10 years ago. They went for dinner and a movie.
What attracted her to him: Ryan’s gentle nature and his athleticism. He’s also tall, dark and handsome.
What attracted him to her: Brett’s beautiful smile and nice legs.
Engagement story: It was their eight-year anniversary and Ryan took Brett out for dinner at Hy’s Steakhouse in Winnipeg. Brett did not have a clue Ryan was proposing since she was very pre-occupied with her sister’s wedding social that had occurred a few days prior. “Near the end of dinner Ryan started saying all of these really nice things. Telling me how wonderful I am, how lucky he is to have me—just a ton of compliments to say the least. He carried on for quite some time until I finally said, ‘my gosh Ry, you might as well just pull out the ring and propose already.’ He looked at me nonchalantly, shrugged his shoulders and simply said ‘I suppose I should.’ He fiddled around in his pocket for a brief moment and at that point I was thinking he was playing a cruel joke. I’m sure the look on my face was not a pleasant one, as I did not find his joke very funny. He finally got the ring out of his pocket and asked me to marry him. I was speechless for a few moments, then I started to cry; and, of course, said yes!”
Words they live by: “Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine.” —Ralph Waldo Emerson
Photography courtesy Rygiel Photography & Video (rygielphotovideo.com).
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Awwww, so cute! Congratulations!!
— Ashley (September 18, 2009 at 11:09 a.m.)
As father of the most beautiful bride in the world. I could not be more prouder of my amazing daughter. She brings such joy and happiness into my life. To meet such a prince of a gentleman in Ryan is my dream come true. I love you two so very much and wish you all the joy,love and happiness in the world. All our love. Dad and Ashley XO XO
— Kevin Ketchen (September 19, 2009 at 6:33 p.m.)
Ryan & Brett you guys are beautiful inside and out ! It was such a wonderful wedding. We love you both soooo Much !!!
Love Mom & Dad Both
— Angie Both (September 19, 2009 at 6:57 p.m.)
What beautiful pictures! What a beautiful bride and handsome husband! You two were meant to be together! Congratulations.
— Sherry A (September 19, 2009 at 8:53 p.m.)
Well I knew I was not going to miss this day. Although it was a short trip away from home in North Vancouver, it was worth every bit of stress I went through to orchestrate it. Thanks to great friends and family I managed to leave the children and dogs for the first time and for a 3 whole days! An absolutely outstanding weekend, thank you for sharing, I will treasure the memories.
— Auntie Geo (September 20, 2009 at 10:27 p.m.)
It really was the best day of our lives!! We couldn't have asked for more.
— Brett & Ryan (September 21, 2009 at 8:12 p.m.)
What an outstanding day to remember for you both. Everything was just so perfect and elegant.
The reception was absolutely gorgeous. You truly looked amazing. Wishing you both all the love in the world.Your not so little brother. Love Kellen XO
— Brother of the bride (September 21, 2009 at 8:14 p.m.)
What a fabulous wedding - we wouldn't have missed it for the world! For Ashleigh (age 6) & Jennifer (age 4) it was their first wedding ever and they danced and partied til after midnight! (Brett, Jen thinks you are a true princess!) How did my adorable little flower girl (circa 1988) turn into such a stunning bride so quickly?! Thank you for including our family in your special day - we were honoured to attend. Wish we lived closer - love you lots. Ian, Kathy, Ashleigh & Jen
— Kathy Hearn McKinnon (September 21, 2009 at 11:32 p.m.)