A minor accident nearly ruined his proposal

Couple: Peter Mwaura and Elizabeth Wambui

Date: March 31, 2012

Venue: Tayiana Gardens & Spa, Garden Estate, Nairobi

Cost: Sh550,000

Guests: 200

Photos and interview: Shirley Genga

EVE BRIDAL: How did you meet Peter?

Wambui: We met at my birthday party three years ago. At the end of the party we exchanged contacts and that’s where it all began.

EB: How did he propose?

Wambui: He took me on a surprise game-drive at the Nairobi National Park. The plan nearly flopped after we were involved in a minor car accident that morning. He tried several times to get my attention during the game drive, but I was ‘uncooperative’. After like five hours of trying, he finally got me, went down on his one knee and posed the question.

EB: What was it about her that made you want to make her your wife?

Mwaura: I met Elizabeth when I was searching for a real woman who would love me and be my partner for life. Coming from a botched relationship, I knew exactly what I needed in a woman. She needed to be down-to-earth, hardworking, humble and a loving person. Elizabeth is all the above.

EB: What was it about him that made you accept his proposal?

Wambui: Peter completes me. Whatever I consider my weaknesses are his strengths. He is focused, determined, hardworking, loving and supportive. He has always stood by me and he protects me.

EB: What are some of the challenges you faced while planning the wedding?

Wambui: We were criticised for not including children in our line-up. Coming up with a guest list of 200 people was also challenging. It meant leaving out many friends and relatives.

EB: Where did you go for your honeymoon?

Mwaura: It was a ship affair. After days on board, we were set to start the new journey.