We’re so happy to welcome you to our little corner of the internet as we count down to the most special day of our lives.
We can’t wait to celebrate the beginning of our forever surrounded by the people we love most. This website is here to share all the important details of our big day, so you can be part of every little moment along the way.
Thank you for being part of our journey and for sharing in the love, laughter and excitement as we begin this beautiful new chapter together.
It all began in 2022. Michael was studying in Port Elizabeth, Kirst was teaching at Yellowwoods School, and between them lay 231 kilometres of road. For those first six months, love meant long drives, weekend reunions, early mornings at horse shows, and cheering each other on through life’s milestones, near or far.
When Michael moved to Grahamstown, the distance shrank, though there was still plenty of travelling involved! Life became a little easier, and we had more time to make memories together.
Kirst packed up her life and, with her golden retriever Molly by her side, moved to Grahamstown too. At last we were under one roof, building a home and our own little family.
Since then, life has been one adventure after another, from camping in the Kruger National Park to holidays in Kenton-on-Sea. Every trip, and every ordinary day in between, has made us fall a little more in love.
At Sibuya Game Reserve, Michael asked Kirst to be his forever. She said yes!
This is only the beginning of our greatest adventure. On 10 April 2027, we’ll say “I do” at the St Andrew’s College Chapel, and we can’t wait to celebrate this special day, and the many happy years to come, with you.
Coming from further afield? Here are a few places in and around Makhanda to start your search.
Browse guesthouses, B&Bs and self-catering places across town.
Search on LekkeSlaapApril is a busy time in Makhanda, so we’d suggest booking early.
Your presence on our day is the greatest gift of all. For those who have asked, we’ve put together a registry, and a contribution towards our new home together would also be warmly appreciated.
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