Hello and Thank You for visiting our wedding website. On Saturday August 18 of 2007, we got married at our church: Humble First Assembly of God in Texas. Following the church ceremony was an extraordinary reception planned and put together entirely by my lovely bride with a little help and some input from the Groom of course :) The celebrations however started much earlier then that. Thursday night was the evening for the Bachelor as well as the Bachelorette parties. After a separated party, we all met up and finished the night together. The next morning, Friday August 17 of 2007, was the morning of the Traditional African Ceremony where Jos goes to Anna's house to ask for her hand in marriage. Jos was accompanied by a large portion of his family and friends who flew in from Holland, as well as some local friends. As Jos arrived at Anna's house and the father of Jos knocked on Anna's door, the ceremony officially began. Jos brought many gifts including a white bible and a ring. After "negotiating" and presenting these gifts, two "Anna's" with their faces covered were brought down one by one. After declining these deceptions, the real Anna was eventually brought downstairs (with her face covered) and the formal question was asked: "Is this the one?" After revealing Anna's face, Jos answered "Yes, this is the one I'd like to marry!!!" Then the celebrations began and we enjoyed delicious traditional food and cool drinks :) After the Traditional African Ceremony, we both went into madness-mode. Planning your own wedding has it's positives, but it is madness :) Friday afternoon we had our Church Rehearsal for which again we thank the bridal party as well as Mr. & Mrs. Pool of Humble First Assembly of God for their time and patience. Following the Church rehearsal was an unofficial rehearsal dinner at the hotel, thanks again Kim Chenevert and Family! Both of us didn't get more then 2 hours of sleep that friday night. Not necessarily due to anxiety but just because there were so many last-minute things to do. We both had people on our sides to support and help us which I cannot stress enough, is very much appreciated, so thank all of you, you know who you are. Despite all the help we got from both our families (who all flew in from all over the world), the many wonderful local families that have become our friends, as well as our friends from everywhere, there were still a 1001 things to do yourself as Bride and Groom in the final hours before the wedding day, not to mention the day of the wedding itself. In the end though, all the blood, sweat, and tears were all worth it. Those that have been through their own wedding before will probably agree, your wedding day is the one day (or one of the very few) where almost everybody that loves and cares about you and that you care about and love is there in one place, just for you. The moment we were introduced and walked into our beautifully decorated reception hall (thanks Balloons by Linda) and had our first dance, we were both very overwhelmed. For both of us, this was one of the highlights, as we slow-danced in a circle, we were both getting a 360-view of the entire hall which was filled with love and support. Everybody was standing up and all eyes were on us. This was also the first time we both saw the fully decorated hall. Like we said, all in all, it was very overwhelming and those few minutes was one of our highlights and will stick in our memories until death and far beyond. Of course there are many many other highlights and beautiful memories but it's time to end this little introduction and enjoy the pictures. You'll find the links on top of this page. Enjoy! - Jos & Anna Jongejan Our Eternal Gratitude Our Family Mommie Jannie & Daddy Toppie-Joppie There are simply no words for the countless wonderful things you have done for us. You are the best parents (in law) anyone could ask for. We love you, forever. Mother Janet Even though you couldn't be here to celebrate these days with us, you were with us in spirit and in our hearts, we love you. Mr. & Mrs. Abraham Mills Thank you for your love and support and for hosting the friday Traditional African Ceremony. Judith Jongejan & Bart Langedijk Sister (in law) thank you for being here with Bart to support us. It wouldn't have been the same without you two. Peter Mills Brother (in law) thank you for all your support and help. You've been wonderful to both of us. Sorry we made you cry for the first time in 16 years ;) Oma de Groot Oma, although the journey from Holland was long for you, we thank you so much for being here for us and with us, you've made our wedding even more special. Granny Granny, as the Bride's grandma's sister, you were the oldest and wisest on Anna's side of the family. We thank you for all your wisdom and hard work. You were also the best dancer at the party! Auntie Esther Thank you for everything you've done. As Anna's mother's older sister, you've been here to support us in every single way. Thank you so much. Family Amuzu You've been beyond wonderful. You've made the whole Traditional African Ceremony happen. Going above and beyond for us will never be forgotten, thank you so very much. Auntie B. Thank you for your support and flying out here with Granny. We truly appreciate your guidance and all your hard work. De "Holland-gangers" To all the people that flew in from Holland, you've made this wedding beyond wonderful. Your Dutch-style "stukkie" (performance) will be in our memories forever. You are all also true party-animals :) Thank you all! Unice Thank you for coming out here all the way from Italy. All your hard work will always be remembered. Mr. Wilmot Thank you for making this wedding truly unique and unforgettable. Your generosity is truly appreciated. Our Other Family :) Family Krouse Mr. & Mrs. Krouse, you have a truly wonderful family. Thank you all for being there for us in many, many ways. All your help and support will never be forgotten. Family Adu-Gyamfi Kwame & Auntie Nana, we really appreciate all your help and support. We've really enjoyed having all three of the children God has blessed you with taking part in our wedding, they've all been truly wonderful. Thank you so much. (Sorry we made you cry Kwame!) Family Chenevert Kenneth & Kim, as our friends, you and your family have truly supported us throughout the wedding and beyond. Thank you for making sure we wouldn't have to worry about the rehearsal dinner, thank you for letting your truly wonderful daughter be a part of our wedding, and thank you Kim for picking up or refilling our drinking glasses during the countless times we misplaced it or ran dry :) Auntie Betty Auntie Betty you are truly a person with many talents. As Master of Ceremony, Cook, Advisor, and many other things, you've done so many wonderful things for us and we will always remember that. Thank you so much for everything you've done. Mrs. Forster & Mrs. Simmons You two mean the world to us. Thank you for being a listening ear many times, and thank you for all your help and support including the Bridal Shower which seems like it was only yesterday. Bridal Party To All the Bridesmaids Tina, Anastasia, Michelle, Millicent, Judith, Cecelia, and Nerissa thank you all for being supportive and understanding. We realize things get stressful sometimes but you've all come through. You all looked beautiful, thank you for coming from afar and being a part of our wedding. To All the Groomsmen Jeffrey, Kenneth, Mike, Agop, Bart, Peter, and Marco thank you all for looking sharp in your tuxedo's :) Your cooperation and support has been wonderful. Thank you all for coming whether you drove in or flew from the other side of the world, you're all wonderful. The Junior Bridal Party Thank you all for being beautiful. We realize it was a long day for all of you but you all looked wonderful. Thank you (and parents of) for everything. To the Ushers Thank you for all your help and cooperation throughout the whole wedding weekend. You've all been wonderful. The Wedding Humble First Assembly of God Thank you for making many things possible throughout this wedding. Thank you Mr. & Mrs. Pool in specific for all your patience, love, and support. May God continue to Bless You. Decorator - Linda Linda & crew, your work turned out to be truly wonderful. Thank you for translating our vision of the wedding into the many beautiful decorations at the Reception. Thank you also for all your help in making the reception go smooth in many, many ways. Food - Many! Granny, Auntie Theresa, Auntie Esther, Auntie B., Auntie Betty, Auntie Nana, Cousin Unice, and Allison. Thank you all for your many many hours and for some of you days of hard work in the kitchen. Everybody truly loved your food which came in many different forms and flavors. Thank you so much! Bar - Gerardo Gerardo, you've been an amazing bartender despite us forgetting to bring your tools to the hall ;) You've made it happen! You're truly a wonderful friend. Thanks also go out to all the people that helped you at the bar, you know who you are. Camera Crew Mark, Prince, and Nathan, you've done a great job ensuring our children will one day also be able to enjoy the wedding like we did. Thank you. DJ - Eric Eric, thank you for getting everybody on that dance floor and keeping them there :) Your DJ-ing truly enriched the party! Make-Up - Brandi Thanks for making all the women look outstanding, you're a true professional. Hair - Veronica Thanks for your great work. Thanks also to some of you not specifically listed above Chris Boini, Bryant Standifer Also a big thank you to everyone that sent their congratulations by mail, we're sorry you couldn't be here but be sure to check out the many pictures on this site :)