If love is meant to be then it will surely blossom beautifully in its own time. Amanda came across Uche’s photo over a decade ago and had a big crush on him.
Although they never got a chance to talk, love had some sweet plans in store. They connected on Facebook through an online Scrabble game and what followed was a perfect fairytale! They had a beautiful white wedding ceremony surrounded by the warmth of family and friends. Amanda looked absolutely stunning and Uche made a super dapper groom. Their sweet love is evident in each frame and you can tell that they are soulmates for life!
Enjoy their wedding photos and love story below:
How we met
By the bride, Amanda:
I had an innocent crush on Uche for 10 years after I saw his picture on his parent’s silver jubilee program booklet but we never spoke. I just used to see him around and be like “damn you fine” in my head. Fast forward to 10 years later in 2017, we started playing a Scrabble game online since we were Facebook friends, and one day he played a word that gave him a score of 100 plus points. I commented after he played the word “damn you are whooping my ass” and he laughed and said “I try sometimes”, and that was the beginning of forever because since then we have spoken every day until today. Now, I get to declare my love for him publicly in the presence of family, friends and well-wishers.
How we met
By the groom, Uche:
This love story, for me, began in 2017 when I was in Abuja and Amanda was in India, even though I’m sure Amanda’s version probably began around 9 years earlier. I have always known her family, but her, not so much. It wasn’t until early 2017 that I noticed her on my Facebook feed and thought to myself, “This babe is cute sha”. I decided to send her an invite to play an online Scrabble game, which she accepted and we ended up bonding over. Especially after I played a few high scoring words, and she had to message me to “take it easy” with her . And that was really the start of our forever story!
We finally met in person when she came back to Nigeria a couple of months later and we just clicked (she was even cooler in person), and we’ve pretty much talked to each other every single day since then. She moved to the United States in 2018 and I moved to the Republic of Ireland shortly after that, but we kept our relationship going. In 2021 I finally moved to the United States to join her, and today she’s MY WIFE!!!
While it seems like a distant, all but forgotten memory, politicians and top public health officials were outrageously, prolifically ridiculous throughout the COVID lockdown era…
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/the-exterior-of-montreal-trudeau-international-airport-with-its-control-tower-and-cars-in-the-pickup-area-right-interior-of-a.jpg?id=56130524&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=96%2C0%2C96%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>Get ready to pack your bags Montreal, because a brand-new <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/low-cost-airline-canada">budget airline</a> is about to land in the city.</p><p>On Wednesday, January 29, a French airline promising <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/cheap-flights">affordable long-haul flights</a> without skimping on comfort announced that it would be touching down in Quebec later this year.</p><p>Low-cost carrier French bee is officially launching a new Montreal-to-Paris route on April 30, 2025. Flights will take off directly from <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-trudeau-international-airport">Montreal-Trudeau International Airport</a> and land at Paris-Orly, one of the most conveniently located airports for accessing the French capital.</p><p>The new route is part of the company's wider plans to extend its presence across North America. According to a <a href="https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/french-bee-takes-flight-in-montreal-as-of-april-2025-814858699.html">recent press release</a>, the airline is "expanding its offer in Canada to meet the growing demand from North American customers for long-haul travel at competitive fares."</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqa0QEfqX-7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>With round-trip tickets between <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-airport-travelling-christmas">Montreal</a> airport and Paris starting at just $449, Montrealers can head to Europe to munch on croissants and explore Avenue des Champs-Élysées for under $500.</p><p>And, if you're dreaming of exploring more of France, French bee has you covered with a number of train and air combos available via their <a href="https://ca.frenchbee.com/en">website</a>. You can snag a ticket that lets you hop on the TGV straight from Paris to dreamy destinations like Bordeaux or Angers—perfect for those wine-tasting or countryside adventures.</p><p>Despite the affordable airfare, French bee's budget-friendly approach doesn't necessarily mean cutting corners on comfort. </p><p>The airline says it'll be flying state-of-the-art Airbus A350s, which are not only fuel-efficient but also designed with passenger comfort in mind. The French carrier is promising Canadian travellers wider seats, quieter cabins, and a smoother ride.</p><p>Like many low-cost airlines, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/westjet-ultrabasic-fare-save-money">the cheapest fares come without any bells and whistles</a>, although upgrades are available. </p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DCZJ7tosjzJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Want to stretch out more? You can upgrade to a "maxi leg seat" starting at $70 extra. Need to check that massive suitcase full of outfits you couldn't decide between? Add a checked bag for $90. You can also pre-order meals—some of which are crafted by a Michelin-starred chef—or treat yourself to a travel kit for extra in-flight coziness.</p><p>For those who like to skip lines and speed through the airport, French bee also <a href="https://ca.frenchbee.com/en/services-fares/fares">offers an Express Pack</a>, which lets you skip queues and board like a VIP.</p><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DFasISvx8W5/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>This news comes as other low-cost airlines move to pull out of Canada.</p><p>Icelandic carrier Play Airlines is set to end its Canadian operations on April 22, 2025, leaving travellers wondering what it means for their plans. Last year, Lynx Airlines filed for creditor protection, and in 2023, WestJet folded Swoop Airlines into its main operations.<br/></p><p>McGill University aviation expert John Gradek told <a href="https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/consumer-alert/article/play-airlines-ceasing-operations-in-canada-leaving-passengers-unsure-of-what-comes-next">CTV News</a> in January that Canada hasn’t exactly been welcoming to ultra low-cost carriers. He said these airlines are struggling with rising costs, inflation, and tough competition from bigger players.</p><p><span></span><em>Before you get going, check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/responsible-travel-guidelines" target="_blank">Responsible Travel Guide</a> so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your trip.</em></p>
The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) has called for capacity building and the development of the required skills set to harness the full potential…
Now, I get to declare my love for him publicly in the presence of family, friends and well-wishers.
. And that was really the start of our forever story!
