Maria and Mary

#WedwithCourtly: Maria and Mary

In a world where love often blossoms in the most surprising places, Maria and Mary uncovered a deep connection that evolved from a simple workplace friendship into a lifelong commitment. Although they met in a setting often deemed ordinary for romance, their bond quickly grew stronger. Maria was enchanted by Mary’s warm smile and approachable nature, which led to a friendship that soon flourished into love. When it was time to honour their relationship, they turned to Courtly, impressed by its dedication to helping couples craft their dream weddings. 

Courtly made their experience effortless, handling everything from paperwork to coordinating their online ceremony, all while they navigated the time differences from Saudi Arabia. Their love story is part of the "Courtly Love Stories #WedwithCourtly" series, illustrating how genuine love can thrive in both daily life and extraordinary circumstances.

How did you two meet, and what was your first impression of each other?

We met at work, the most cliché place of all, and then we became friends. I was drawn to her warm, welcoming smile and friendly personality. As we became close, I eventually knew that I had found someone special. We started dating, and we have been together ever since. I am so grateful that I met my spouse; I can't imagine my life without her.

Why did you choose to get married through Courtly, and what was the experience like?

Actually, she (my spouse) is the one who found out about Courtly. We discovered how they help couples like us create their dream weddings, and we instantly knew that we should choose them to make our dream wedding a reality. We were not wrong—Courtly is very helpful. They assisted us with everything from completing the requirements and applying for the marriage license to booking an officiant and having the online wedding ceremony at our convenience. They even helped us when we had problems with our payment method, no matter the time difference or day (since we are in Saudi Arabia). They handled it all professionally and swiftly. We highly recommend Courtly for their excellent and trustworthy service.

What was the most memorable moment from your wedding day?

For me, the most memorable moment from our wedding day was our exchange of vows. I felt like I was on cloud nine. I didn't know if I wanted to cry or laugh—or maybe both. It was really heartwarming and overwhelming, especially when I was listening to her vows.

How has married life been so far, and what are you most looking forward to in your future together?

Married life has been a wonderful journey so far. There have been ups and downs, but we are happy and enjoying each other's company even more day by day. In the future, I want us to travel together, enjoy each other’s company, and grow old together, still holding hands until the last days of our lives.

Do you have any advice for other couples getting married soon?

I think the best advice I can give is to speak openly and honestly and to always remember to respect each other. This will be the foundation of a good and happy marriage. Understand that it’s okay to disagree and be upset, but don’t go to bed angry. Talk things through and settle the problem at hand. Build a habit of forgiving each other’s transgressions.