Wu and Venus Maui Wedding Reception: June 16, 2024

For those who were unable to attend, we are excited to share our special day with you through this video.
On June 16, 2024, Fiona Wu and I, Paul Venus, tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony. Following the ceremony, friends, family, and ohana gathered to enjoy a unique reception. This was not just a celebration but also a tribute to Lahaina, a town and community that holds a special place in our hearts.
*Reception Highlights:*
- *Aloha Lahaina:* Celebrating with lifelong friends, including my first friend from preschool, Will Bailey, and classmates from Lahainaluna High School.
- *Dedication to Fiona Yin Wu:* A special tribute to my beautiful bride.
- *Special Thanks to Hong Yu:* Fiona’s mother traveled 30 hours from Tianjin, China, to be with us.
*Mixed Emotions:*
- *Tribute to Lahaina:* Acknowledging the August 8th fire and celebrating the resilience of our community.
- *Cherished Memories:* Reminiscing about Kam III Elementary, Lahainaluna Road, and Venus Electronics.
*Honoring Our Fathers:*
- *Memorial Table:* Dedicated to Fiona’s father, Jing Ya Wu, and my father, John Wayne Venus.
*Family and Friends:*
- *Lori Venus-Hughes and John Hughes:* Maui’s Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus, bringing joy to children every year.
- *Linda Jameson Myers and Brad:* Longtime friends and supporters.
- *Wendy Zang and Ken Wong:* Our maid of honor and her family.
- *Noah Wise and Alice:* My best man and his wife.
*Special Performances:*
- *Al Nip and The Maui Jam Band:* Performing beautiful Hawaiian music, including "Kilakila O Kahalawai."
- *Alan Johnson (AJ):* Singing our first dance song, "It's Now Or Never."
*A New Beginning:*
- *Cutting the Cake:* Using engraved silverware gifted by my sister Lori.
- *Heartfelt Speeches:* Words from Lori, Uncle Randy, Noah, and Fiona’s mother Hong Yu.
*Final Dance:*
- *"Here Without You" by 3 Doors Down:* A touching video from our first year together.
We are thrilled to share this celebration of love, unity, and the spirit of Lahaina with you. Together, we can rebuild and create a brighter future filled with love, resilience, and aloha. Thank you for being a part of our special day! 🌺
#Wedding #Love #Lahaina #Maui #Aloha #NewBeginnings #Family #Friends #celebration
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MUSIC:
"Kilakila 'O Kahalawai"
Written and Performed By Al Nip
Maui Jam Band
"The Hawaiian Wedding Song"
Adaptation Performed by Al Nip
Written by Charles E. King in 1926
"In a Little Old Church in Hawaii"
Adaptation Performed by Al Nip
Written by Al Sherman, Abner Silver, and Jack Meskill
Published in 1935
"Fools Rush In"
Adaptation Performed by Alan Johnson
Written by Johnny Mercer and Rube Bloom
"Teddy Bear"
Adaptation Performed by Alan Johnson
Written by Kal Mann and Bernie Lowe
"Its Now Or Never"
Adaptation Performed by Alan Johnson
Written by Aaron Schroeder and Wally Gold.
"Lemon Tree"
Adaptation by Guo Huimu
Guzheng: Jingxuan
Cello: Felix Nunes
"Here Without You"
3 Doors Down
Written by Brad Arnold
"Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World"
Adaptation Performed by Israel Kamakawiwoʻole
written by Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg, Bob Thiele and George David Weiss
#newbeginnings #hyattregencymaui #kaanapali #lahaina

[@royaleromo8391]

Mahalo for allowing us to be part of your special day... HUGS!!! Lahaina will rebuild!!!

[@paulvenus2007]

Mahalo to you for coming! Glad we could share it with you.