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Our Wedding

Our story began in 1978 when we met in Highschool. We dated and shared times watching each other play sports, going to movies, going on walks and just hanging out. We would bike to each others homes and loved to be together.After 41 years apart, I (Marie) messaged Mark on Facebook and he answered immediately. We got to go out on a second first date. We went to the waterfront in Morrisburg and sat looking at the water.&nbsp;We shared stories of our lives and caught up. 6 hours of laughter and reminiscing and so much fun! We both knew we felt like we did in high school and felt like no time had passed at all.&nbsp;We knew on that second first date that we were meant to be together. We have loved spending more and more time together and have been inseparable ever since.We went on a 21 day trip to England and Scotland last year during the leap year. On May 21st, 2024 I proposed to Mark at the top of the Edinburgh Castle and he said yes. I gave him a Celtic ring to wear and we celebrated with family &amp; friends in the UK for the rest of the holiday.Shortly after we came back from our very first Mediterranean cruise, on July 19th, 2024, Mark proposed in the dining room of our home and I said yes. Rebecca, Tara and grandson Callum were witness to this. Everyone was crying and cheering with excitement and sweet little Callum (4 at the time) asked if "Ganma" was going to have a baby. Everyone burst into laughter and it made the moment even more memorable.We so look forward to gathering with our nearest and dearest friends On September 20th, 2025 to be married and begin our forever after.

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Barb and I have known each other since high school, over 50 years now! We have made memories going on ski trips, going to each others weddings, and watching our children grow up. We have shared our ups and downs as best friends do and we have always been there for each other. When we were young we enjoyed playing soccer together and played on the high school team whilst at the same time played in a co-ed league. As we got older we both had children and now have our grandchildren. We meet up and share our stories and what ages all of them are now and the funny things they get up to. We both love to dance and have ever since those Friday nights of driving her Dads car over the border to Friar Tucks or to the Bashes at the East Winds Inn on Boundary Road ...great times for sure. Never ever have I fallen out with Barb.  I will love her for always.❤️

BARBARA BISSONNETTE

Kel and I have also been friends since high school, so going back over 50 years! Kel and I have had many similarities over the years of our friendship.
One of them is that we both have British parents. If I would tell my parents I was going over to Kel’s they would say okay, alright that’s fine without a worry in the world. My parents knew I loved her Mum & Dad and they were British after all... what trouble could I ever get up to right?!
We also shared a love in our younger years for the Bay City Rollers LOL She was going to marry Eric and I was going to marry Les. 
Kelly had a career in the hairdressing business and I gave her quite the challenge bringing my head of hair for her to practice her blow drys on when she was in training haha.  Even though Kelly now lives far away in Nova Scotia, she will always be close in my heart. Love Ya Kel ❤️

KELLY COOK

Tara is my bright, beautiful mother of my grand babies and is my daughter-in-law. She is a star in my life that brings me so much joy and happiness. I see her care for my son Steve and my grand babies Callum & Lacey and I feel blessed for whom she is. Kindness and Gentleness, giving constantly to her family and friends is her self. A Hug from Tara is like medicine under the skin. It's immediate and so comforting. Tara and I keep each other grounded many times a day with chats and check ins. She may live 3 hours away but Tara is very close in my heart and always will be. ❤️

TARA MCKINVEN

Bonnie and I met through being hockey Moms. We loved our carpooling together to tournaments all over from Boston to the other side of Toronto. The times we shared then, laughing away every minute, it was clear to me we would always be close. When I struggled through a health set back, Bonnie was there for me. She made a difference for me during my toughest days and made them bearable. She often held my hand as I was about to cry again and told me it was going to be alright and it was! I believed her and she was right. Her kindness, fun spirit, love for life and sense of humour is something we have shared over the years and I simply just love being around her. She has made a difference to me for a very along time and love her very much. ❤️

BONNIE PIDGEON

We met through a mutual friend when we were 18 or 19 years old and hit it off right away! We have been good friends ever since. Guy's father gave us both nicknames in the 80's when we were working at a church where the deacon was Arch Deacon Clarke. That's how the nicknames came to be, they became Archie (Mark) and Clarke (Guy), to this day that's how we refer to each other. 
We have played sports together such as softball and hockey. Camping was also a common interest. We enjoy crop inspecting in Western Quebec and Eastern Ontario whilst driving back from our beer runs. We also on occasion worked together. We enjoyed travelling around Quebec & Ontario watching my son Bobby play hockey. One of our favourite things to do now is tell stories over a few beers or a bottle of Wiser’s.

GUY LAMARCHE

We met through Ray's brother Guy at the age of 20. We played hockey together, Golf together and live in the same neighbourhood. Myself, Ray and his brother Guy have a weekly "Bromance Breakfast" (Marie's name for it haha). We go back a long time and Ray also on occasion went with Guy and I watching Bobby play hockey in Quebec and Ontario. Some of our best times were camping in the bush with bonfires, we can't count the laughs we've had together.

RAY LAMARCHE

Bobby is one of my best friends and is my son. We are more than father and son. We’ve enjoyed so much fun over the years. We’ve been there for each other numerous times!  We've travelled all over for sports and camping. We have had some of our best times just sitting at the campfire in our backyard, myself, Bobby and Grampy. 

BOBBY DOW

Steve and I love to share morning or evening jokes by text or messenger. Marie took me to meet Steve and his wife Tara almost 6 years ago. We visited with Steve during Covid time and had to keep our distance in the garage. I saw Steve look at his Mum knowing that they couldn’t hug but they both wanted to, I  knew the way he looked at his Mother that day that he was a fine young man.

STEVE GALUDE

Lacey is our Granddaughter, her parents are Steve and Tara. She is 2 years old, she is a wild one! Faster and higher are always better with Lacey, she loves to have fun, socialize, and has the most contagious laugh. She is a very hard worker, she loves going to work in the barn with her dad and grandpa. 

LACEY GLAUDE

Callum is our grandson, his parents are Steve and Tara. Callum is 5 years old, he may start off hesitant and shy but once he warms up to you, you'll be friends for life! Callum is kind-hearted, he loves to act like a goof and is a dinosaur expert! He is very compassionate and always helps an animal or friend in need.

CALLUM GLAUDE

Finley (Fin) is our grandson. His parents are Rebecca and Chris. Fin is 6 years old, he is very protective of his family. Fin is very considerate, he is a hockey enthusiast (runs in his blood), and he loves any outdoor activity, he loves to play Golf and goes with his dad every chance he gets. He is an old soul and loves the company of adults.

FINLEY RUTLEY

Leif is our grandson, his parents are Rebecca and Chris.  He is 6 years old, Leif is incredibly creative, loves art and has an amazing imagination. He adores dressing up, especially as Spider-man or Captain America! He loves hockey but swimming is one of his favourite activities. 



LEIF RUTLEY

Knox is our grandson, his parents are Rebecca and Chris. He is 3 years old. He is a hockey fanatic! if you have a hockey stick you are a friend of Knox's. He could walk in skates before he could walk on his own feet. He is extremely giving and loves hugs. He is sweet and gentle but can hold his own against his big brothers. 

KNOX RUTLEY

Romi is our granddaughter, her parents are Rebecca and Chris. She is the youngest grandchild (at the moment) born in December 2024. Romi loves her big brothers, she spends her day soaking up all their attention. she's learning new skills everyday, she loves when people play with her. Romi is always a happy baby. 

ROMI RUTLEY

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Q + A

This Motel is just a few minutes walk from the reception. It is very basic but very convenient. To access the special room rate " Block Rate" mention Marie Glaude and/or Mark Dow.

Lion Motel

A shuttle will be provided from the Reception venue to the hotel throughout the night. This hotel books up very fast, to secure your room make sure to contact them early.

Best Western Parkway Inn & Conference Centre

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

The Reception will be held at the Township Hall in Long Sault, Ontario, just 20 minutes away from the wedding ceremony. You can arrive at the reception hall anytime after 4:30PM. Upon entering you will find where you are sitting and be able to sign the "Guest Book".***PLEASE NOTE THE BAR IS CASH ONLY***The address is 2 Mille Roches Road, Long Sault, ON, K0C 1P0.There will be a bus departing the Best Western Hotel Cornwall at 5:00pm for the reception hall and a bus departing the reception hall at 12:30am to the Best Western Hotel.

Ceremony 3PMCocktail Hour 3:30PM-4:30PMTravel to Reception Hall 4:30PMDinner 6PMCake Cutting 7:30PMFirst Dance 8PMPARTY

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Marie & Mark

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