Amber & Tyler
August 2025
Their Story
Amber and Tyler’s connection goes back much further than their first date. Amber’s great aunt and uncle were next-door neighbours to Tyler’s family, meaning the two knew of each other for years while growing up. As they became adults, life led them down different paths, and they eventually lost touch.
Years later, fate brought them back together at a social. That chance reconnection quickly turned into something more, and not long after, Tyler asked Amber out on a date. The rest, as they say, is history.
Early in their relationship, Amber made one thing very clear: a pet pig was non-negotiable. She suggested Tyler move on if he couldn’t handle that future. Tyler stayed — and two years after they bought a house together, Huey joined their family. Now seven years old, Huey is a mixed-breed pig with an introverted personality. He loves food, enjoys quiet couch cuddles with Amber and Tyler, and is very much a beloved part of their family.
The Wedding
hen I arrived on site on wedding day, everything was already set up and ready to go — a huge contrast from the rehearsal a few days earlier, when the yard had been a complete blank slate. Amber, Tyler, and their setup crew had clearly put in an incredible amount of work. I focused and organized vendors as they arrived. Family members prepared for the ceremony as guests began settling in. At ceremony time, the weather had other plans.
Just as the ceremony was set to begin, it started to rain. We paused and waited. The rain stopped — and then started again. Guests moved in and out of shelter as we attempted a second and then a third start. Each time, the rain returned at the most inopportune moment, including just as Amber was about to walk down the aisle.
Rather than letting the uncertainty take over the day, Amber and Tyler made a calm, practical decision: the ceremony would move to the garage. Tables were quickly rearranged, guests gathered under the tent, and the ceremony took place in a space that may not have been the original vision — but was filled with love. Amber and Tyler embraced the moment fully, making the best of a challenging situation with grace and patience.
Despite the weather delays, the spirits of the guests never wavered. While the catering team prepared for dinner, guests enjoyed beverages, explored the candy cart, snacked, played games, and connected. After dinner and speeches, an assortment of desserts was served, and a caricature artist arrived, adding another layer of fun to the evening. The children were happily occupied in the front yard with babysitters, enjoying the bouncy castle, games, and snacks. One especially meaningful moment came when Amber dedicated her bouquet to her mom.
As the night continued, the dance floor filled, a bonfire was lit, and guests gathered for a late-night snack of perogies and hot dogs. Fireworks lit up the sky as the celebration carried on late into the evening. It was a joyful, memorable ending to a day that proved love doesn’t need perfect conditions to shine.
Congratulations, Amber & Tyler!
Venue: the couple’s yard
Bride’s Dress: second hand from a friend of the Bride
Groom’s Suit: Moores
Flowers: Costco, DIY
Hair: Ooh La Locks Hair by Lyss
Makeup: Abby
Officiant: Katie Rieu
Vendors
Photographer: Degree 5ive Photography
Catering: Mervs Pitchfork Fondue
Decor: DIY
Signage: DIY
Late night snack: DIY by Bride and DDE
Bouncy Castle: Bounce Now Inc.