We are finally getting hitched!
16th Dec 2025

A Tale of Patience, Pups, and Popcorn Wars

What started in 2006 as an unexpected friendship turned into a love story built on patience, laughter, and the occasional popcorn disagreement.
When Tiaan first met Jess, he was instantly smitten.
Jess, on the other hand, had other priorities (and a black belt in karate).
But despite a few bold attempts and countless late-night conversations, romance took its sweet time.

Over the years, we've become inseparable best friends — the kind who could talk for hours without running out of things to say. Twelve years later, in 2018, Jess finally realised that maybe, just maybe, this persistent guy wasn’t so crazy after all. Now, after nearly eight years together (depending on who you ask), we’re engaged and counting down to December 16, 2025 — the fifth year anniversary of our engagement, and the perfect day to say "I do".

Our home is filled with love, laughter, three energetic pups (Ashley, Bella & Misty), and two cheeky chinchillas (Luna & Midnight). Whether we’re debating movie choices, bonding over superhero marathons, or driving around looking for Pikachu, we have built a peaceful life that embraces each other's quirks and values the quiet little moments that so often give life meaning.

Our love isn’t about perfection — it’s about persistence, partnership, and finding joy in the ebbs and flows of life.

We can’t wait to celebrate the start of our next chapter with all our family and loved ones who’ve been part of our journey so far.

Wedding Ceremony

 4 - 6 PM

Ceremony will be held in the chapel, presided over by Father Joseph

Ladies & Gentlemen should wear semi-formal attire, appropriate for a church service.

The bridal party will be wearing burgundy & blue.


Reception

 6 - 11 PM

Celebrations involving delicious food, good music, lots of donuts (for Jess), and dancing (definitely not for Tiaan)

Stick to what you have on, or change into something more comfortable (yet stylish) to enjoy the evening.

Venue

Bushveld Pond

220 Bosveld St, Bosveldpark, Roodeplaat, 0031

Accommodation

Please note: Uber does not operate in the area. Please plan accordingly and travel safely.

The venue has on-premises chalets/rooms available to rent for those
travelling from far or for those who want to spend some extra time with friends & family.

The rooms are R400 per-person, and bookings are arranged with Tiaan.

Room Beds Bath Comment
Room 2 1 x Double On Suite
Room 3 1 x Double On Suite Stairs to Access
Room 4 2 x Single Shared
Room 5 1 x Double Shared
Room 6 1 x Double On Suite
Room 8a 1 x Double Shared
Room 8b 1 x Double Shared
Room 9 1 x Double On Suite
Room 10 1 x Double On Suite
Room 11 1 x Double & 2 Single On Suite Stairs to access
Room 12 1 x Double On Suite
Room 13 6 x Single On Suite

Guests can check in after 2PM on 16th, and we must all check out before 10 AM on the 17th

Other accommodations are available in the area, contact details available on request.

R S V P

We would greatly appreciate if you could RSVP before 30th of September 2025

Honeymoon Fund

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all!

Please join us in light-hearted celebration, you don't need to bring gifts (they'd just make Tiaan more awkward anyway).

If you would still like to bless us with something more, please consider contributing to our honeymoon fund
or as Jess calls it lately: Tiaan's dance lesson fund.
Bank Name: Capitec
Account Number: 1678602009
Branch Code: 470010
Reference: Anything at all