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Old 29 November 2018, 08:51 AM   #1
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It was a beautiful day in 1997. Sun was shining, a crisp morning and excitement was in the air.

Morning and mid day were packed full with emotions, happiness and a few tears here and there....a very special day indeed.

The afternoon came along, so a group of close friends and family met to participate in the first part of this celebration. A few words, laughs, hugs, a couple of signatures and champagne took care of the paperwork.

After a short drive, we arrived to Cathedral. An iconic building that was built in 1626.

After a beautiful ceremony, a white Mercedes Benz was waiting. We laughed as we drove around only to come back to our club. Another icon in town built in 1866.

Inside, 750 friends waited for a party that went on until 5 am....

21 years later, we come back for lunch; and the impressive chefs have a special surprise for us: the same menu we had back in 1997.

Happy Anniversary, L. These first 21 have been exciting; I can hardly wait for the next 21.

LOVE YOU. Today, and forever.
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Old 29 November 2018, 08:53 AM   #2
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:01 AM   #3
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Congratulations G. Sounds like you had a wonderful anniversary. Continue to enjoy the next 21.
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Old 30 November 2018, 10:45 AM   #4
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I mean, we are your virtual family.

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Old 30 November 2018, 12:18 PM   #5
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Yes we are!
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:01 AM   #6
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Congratulations my friend for the best 21 years of your life!

Cheers!

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Old 29 November 2018, 09:03 AM   #7
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Casual lunch. Today, my daughter joins us. What a beautiful day!
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:08 AM   #8
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Congratulations, Gerardo! I love the fact you share these special moments with us here. You always seem to pick the best places to eat too!
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:10 AM   #9
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Bro!

Felicidades a usted, su señora, y su bella familia. Congratulations on the first 21 and all the best for the next 121!

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Old 29 November 2018, 10:22 AM   #10
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First 21 have been AMAZING!!!!

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Will certainly do so!!!!

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Congratulations, Gerardo! I love the fact you share these special moments with us here. You always seem to pick the best places to eat too!
Thank you for reading! A very special day indeed!!!!

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Felicidades a usted, su señora, y su bella familia. Congratulations on the first 21 and all the best for the next 121!

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Old 29 November 2018, 09:13 AM   #11
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Congratulations and Happy Anniversary to you and the Mrs!!

Best wishes for many more blessed years to come G !!

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Old 29 November 2018, 09:15 AM   #12
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G and Mrs. G.:
Best wishes and congratulations on your anniversary.

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Old 29 November 2018, 09:40 AM   #13
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:54 AM   #14
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Congrats my friend and best wishes for 42 more!
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Old 29 November 2018, 10:24 AM   #16
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:55 AM   #17
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Feliz aniversario G!!

Wishing you and Mrs. G all the best!
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Old 29 November 2018, 09:58 AM   #18
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Old 29 November 2018, 10:07 AM   #19
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Congratulations to both of you Gerardo..
You married a Saint

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Wow! that's an amazing story.

I don't know why but I'm actually a little emotional after that - lol

Congratulations to you & your wife for a tremendous achievment reaching such a momentous milestone in your lifes journey together.

A rare thing these days, well done you should be proud of yourselves.

Everything looks perfect in the photos, from the venue to the food to the classic TT DJ .....



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Happy Anniversary G! Great story.
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Old 29 November 2018, 10:26 AM   #22
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Feliz aniversario G!!

Wishing you and Mrs. G all the best!
Thank you, S!

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Congrats and happy anniversary!!!
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Congratulations to both of you Gerardo..
You married a Saint

OHHHHH YES! I did!!!!

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Wow! that's an amazing story.

I don't know why but I'm actually a little emotional after that - lol

Congratulations to you & your wife for a tremendous achievment reaching such a momentous milestone in your lifes journey together.

A rare thing these days, well done you should be proud of yourselves.

Everything looks perfect in the photos, from the venue to the food to the classic TT DJ .....



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Old 29 November 2018, 10:47 AM   #23
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Old 29 November 2018, 10:54 AM   #24
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Congratulations G. Thanks for sharing. Here's to the next 21.
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Old 29 November 2018, 11:23 AM   #27
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Old 29 November 2018, 11:25 AM   #28
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Beautiful Gerardo, just beautiful. Congratulations to you and your bride.
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Old 29 November 2018, 11:33 AM   #29
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