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Maria's Grandma and aunts wrap her presents the day before.
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Bridesmaids and helpers decorate the hall the morning of the event.
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Deanne and Adele put the finishing touches on the streamers.
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Uncle Harry hangs the banner on the stage.
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Grandma Grace, Aunt Mary, and Aunt Connie waiting for Maria to arrive.
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Guests from Maria's church chat while they wait.
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Family and friends take a seat while waiting for Maria.
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Maria arrives!
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Grandma Grace moves in for a hug.
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Maria and Bentley pose while he samples a cookie.
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The men are about to take off.
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After lunch, Maria cuts the cake.
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Aunt Connie and Grandma serve it.
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Maria and her mother, Carla, pose.
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A group of family and friends pose at the table. |
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Assorted guests eat their lunch and cake.
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