The Big Day for My Lil Sis

On the 28th of December, Danielle High and Mark Currie were married in the Cardston Alberta Temple. As they came out of the Temple, Dani and Mark were greeted by family and friends.






This is the Currie family. Two brothers and two sister's in law. Two nieces and nephews who all adore Dani and Mark. Hal and Diana are the proud parents.



Brad, Mark, Danielle, and Ryan. Last name? .....CURRIE!




Dani's side of the family were all there too. Pictures of Nana, Grandad, and GG are on the professional photographer's camera and will be added later. (Sorry)



Even Annelisa was "in attendance".


It was a little chilly outside, so the newlyweds warmed up in the guest room near the front gates of the Cardston Temple. Notice the beautiful silk bouquet that Bryce arranged. He is so talented.

In case you didn't get to see how gorgeous Dani's hair was, here it is. Val Currie did a fantastic job.


From head to toe, Dani had all the details in place.


Mom had to catch Dani while she visited and warmed up. What a beautiful bride! So very proud of her!!!


While Dani and Mark continued to take pictures, the rest of us went to GG's for lunch. On our way home, we saw a familiar truck driving down the road. We sped up to see who was driving. Yup! Mr. and Mrs. Currie.


They had just eaten lunch at A&W and didn't even get ketchup on the dress! That event was cataloged by the photographer as well.

Lots of work went into getting the gym at the chapel to look nice. In the end, some said it was magical!!! See for yourself!


The false ceiling really made all the difference.


Notice the dance floor.



Dani and Mark were very grateful to Becca for all the work she put into the wedding cake and cupcakes! They were beautiful and delicious.






Just a quick photo before all the people started to arrive.


Nana, and GG were very impressed with the decorations.



Becca, Jackson, Colby, and Sam all joined in.





Jared, Logan, Megan had fun too.





Grandad and Jackson couldn't wait for the party to really get going. It finally did when people started to arrive and "the line" started.


When people arrived, they first signed in at the guest book.


Notice the creative "candles" Bryce invented and made for all the centerpieces. Mark made perfect cuts to create the wood stands. The flowers Dani picked out added the finishing touches.


Once people started to arrive they didn't stop. An estimated 200 people came. They filled all the chairs we'd set up! We were able to say hello to old friends like Keith Wood.

And Janice Kershaw.


Later, Dani and Mark were able to enjoy a bite or two of peach filled or berry filled crepes. They were delicious.


Mark's brother Brad was the MC for the night.


The first thing on the program was a poem about the couple. Bryce wrote and read it. Very cleverly written too, I might add.

MARK & DANI’S WEDDING POEM

Why was Danni even home the summer of 2010

She had planned to stay in Provo,

Taking summer school then.

Or work there through the summer

Even though the weather’s hot

And one thing we had all discussed

That traveling home she would not.

“So you are coming for a Spring Break,”

We queried on the phone.

Not exactly was her reply

The Spirit said go home.

So she made a change in plans

For inspiration said

Travel home to Canada

Sleep in your own warm bed.

Now this was just the first surprise

This trip was not a visit

I’m not returning to Utah

And I’m not even going to miss it.

Alberta is where I want to live

And raise a family

It has so very much to give

This future is for me.

Well that was just the day before

She showed up back at home.

And that is why today my friends

I’m reading you this poem.

Now Mark had just finished a mission

In the Dominical Republic

Time again to try the dating game

Perhaps a Gal he’d seek.

One night Mark’s friend Ben Fairbanks

Was at the McAlister spread.

He phoned and said, I’m hungry

In fact I feel half dead.

Please bring me food, come over,

And meet some cute young chicks

The night is young, it’s half past 10

These girls aren’t half bad picks.

So Mark, like the good friend he was

Brought McDonalds out for Ben

The food he’d bought to eat himself

Was shared about with them.

“May I have some. “”Oh share with me.”

Was all the women said,

A taste of this, the rest of that

Till all of them were fed.

When Danni saw how generous

This handsome guy could be

A good impression it did make

A defining memory.

That night they played Apples to Apples

And Danni was chosen Judge of all.

Mark came up with a real good answer

But the Judge his name didn’t call.

Now really Danni had thought his answer

Was best of any answer there.

But she chose the other guys

You see, she was being wise.

It’s the coyness that wins in the end.

That is why the next few days

With all the group around

Mark Currie and Danielle High

Were also to be found.

It wasn’t really dating,

They were just out with friends.

But may I now remind you

We know how the story ends.

Soon Mark had told his Mother

He’d met his kindred spirit.

The time he spent without Danielle.

Well, he simply could not bear it.

It’s nice Mark has a brother

With horses and a barn.

When Danni’s pal Lanae sought a photo opp

To take pictures with rustic charm

So after all the pictures and taking turns riding Raz

An opportunity was presented, the best kind a guy ever has.

There was Raz , Mark & Danni in the corner of the field

“Come here Raz,” Mark called

and the steed came forth and kneeled

Up upon his back they climbed, you know, you get the gist.

And at this time in their romance they hadn’t even kissed.

For Mark & Danni the railroad tracks were

A good place to reflect.

Looking at the starry night

She never felt neglect.

The first time that they strolled there

Mark hinted at a kiss.

But Danni only lowered her eyes

And He could only wish.

When they really started dating

They rolled three months into each one.

Each date anticipating

The excitement and the fun.

They could not stand to be apart

Her friends began to wine.

Come and spend more time with us

They all began to pine.

They did do other things though

With lots of other friends.

At Days of Thunder in Crowsnest Pass

They tried to make amends.

Due to low budgets hot dogs was all they could afford.

Day after day they blessed them as they prayed unto the Lord.

As time went by this summer

They spent lots of time with us.

Marks calm respectful spirit

Earned lots of points with us.

One time to their cabin Marks family went to work.

Danni was invited and the work she did not shirk.

The Curries really liked the ethics they could see

And soon they thought that Danni might fit in their family tree.

Mark’s nieces and nephews fell in love with her

And Mark’s feelings deepened and became more sure.

To see love reflected in her joy and her smile,

And how she loved the children and went the extra mile.

So to conclude the story

I now must take you back.

To the sight of the engagement

That very same Railroad Track.

They’d finished a nice breakfast

Out to Turner Valley.

Two hours later

He would bend upon one knee.

With the diamond ring in hand

And a smile upon his face.

He asked this beautiful girl Danielle

If His life she would grace.

So now this lovely couple add their own branch of the tree,

We are very glad they are in the family

A Temple Wedding was the best way to start out this day.

May God’s blessings rest upon them

We now all humbly pray.

Bryce L. Walton December 26, 2010

Then Mom read a letter from Sister Annelisa High. It was a surprise to everyone. It made Nana and Grandad cry.

LETTER TO MARK AND DANIELLE~ 28 Dec 2010

Hello Family and Frineds,

This letter is to my sister Danielle and new brother- in- law Mark. Let’s see....any embarrassing stories that I can tell you? Hmmm….. I’m sure alot has been shared already so I will spare you. :)

This day another prayer is answered! You have found and fell in love with a man worthy of the Priesthood, who has served a full-time mission, and who is strong in the gospel. When I met Mark in Provo, I could tell that he will take care of you. I am so happy for you both! My joy is full that you two have entered the Temple and made covenants with our Heavenly Father. What a gift he gives to us. This is a day you will always remember. I want to give you a quote from the Family Proclamation to the World as a weddin present. Quote: " Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work and wholesome recreational activities" (like horseback riding) I strongly encourage you two to study the scriptures together, pray together. Your relationship will strengthen, you will grow together, and your love for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ will be deeply rooted.

This is an active Gospel. We have the scriptures which testify of Jesus Christ , a living prophet, and Temples scattered all over the earth. We have a knowledge of the Plan of Salvation. I have come to know my Savior. I know that His Atonement is real. I am grateful for the gift of the Holy Ghost. It comforts, guides, protects, testifies of all truth, sanctifies. I am grateful for family and the tender miracles and mercies Heavenly Father is willing to grant. He is lovingly watching over us. His love is infinite and unconditional. He places people and situations in our path to help us through. I love you both.

Mark, welcome to the Family.

All my love,

Sister Annelisa High

To the rest of those in attendance - DO YOUR MISSIONARY WORK! :) Although I would love to be there, I would not want to be anywhere else but on my Mission. That sounds like a contradiction. I will explain it another way. I would give all the money I have, all the money in the world to be at Danielle's wedding. But money has no value to me right now because I am a missionary of the Lord, Jesus Christ. I have a work to do, and how great and marvelous it is!!

Mark had once said to Dani that he wanted to hear her play the piano everyday. She played "Winter Peace" by Jim Brickman.


Then it was Mark's turn. Before he sang a song for Dani, he told us all that he'd been nervous until he'd heard Dani play the piano. Her song calmed him right down. He said she has a way of doing that.


Grandad gave a beautiful tribute to the bride. Later, Grandad said he was sorry he got emotional, but I think it just made it better.


Mark thanked everyone for coming and paid tribute to Danielle. He has great love for her.


I think Mark got the idea that Dani loves him too.


When it came time to cut the cake, all went well.




The couple's first dance was romantic.



Dani danced with Grandad too.


Then we all danced. Mark with his mom, Grandad with me, Dani with Bryce, and Hal with his mom.




Mark got a chance to dance with his mom's mom - Grandma Braithwaite.


Mark's dad Hal danced with his mom.

Mark danced with GG.

All generations and all who attended could tell Dani and Mark were very happy. It was a wonderful day! Congratulations to Danielle and Mark Currie.