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It was new years day and we went on a spontaneous trip to Botlierskop Game Reserve just outside Mossel Bay, on the way to Wilderness. The garden route is one of the most beautiful places on earth and has a special place in both our hearts. We arrived at the reserve and immediately Paul wanted to go canoeing down the river. We had both just recovered from Covid19 and all I wanted to do was relax... While we were on the water, enjoying the beauty that nature had to offer, Paul wanted to find a spot to get off the canoe and explore. I refused to get off as I was scared it would tip if we stood up. (Ruined that moment) After canoeing, Paul insisted on going for a walk on the boardwalk around the reserve. I thought to myself: "shame this poor guy is so excited to be here so let me just go on the walk with him." Huffing and puffing and struggling to breathe, we finally sat down and looked out over a field of Impala and Wildebeest. The backdrop of the mountains was so incredibly beautiful. It was a picture perfect moment. He sat down next to me and started quoting the scripture from Proverbs 3:15-18 "She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who lay hold of her; those who hold her fast are called blessed." He then changed the word "Her" to "Rebekah" And quoted it for a second time. He proceeded to get down on one knee and said "Rebekah, will you marry me?" And I said YES!!

A MODERN DAY FAIRYTALE Once upon a time there was a girl named Rebekah that went to church with her mother and sister. While she was there, she met a man and a woman who had an eligible bachelor for a son named Paul. Rebekah caught their eye and they introduced themselves. They kept talking about Paul and how they would love for her to meet him. Rebekah then thought that it was about time she does some Facebook stalking. Much to her surprise, the man she saw was rather dashing. One day, her and her friend decided to download a dating up app "just for fun" and low and behold... There was Paul! They both swiped right and it was a match. A match made in heaven 🤍 Love at 1st swipe. And they lived happily ever after.

Paul John Castignani was born in Port Elizabeth, South Africa on the 22nd of May 1991. When he was 6 years old, he moved with his family to Theewaterskloof, Villiersdorp. He went to De Villiers Graaff Primary School for Grade 1 and 2, before moving to Somerset West with his family and continuing his primary school career at Beaumont Primary School. He attended Paul Roos Gymnasium Boys High School where he matriculated in 2010. After school, he took a gap year and traveled Europe for a bit. When he was 20, he studied a diploma in fitness and personal training at ETA in Stellenbosch whilst working at Virgin Active. Paul then decided to change his career and studied a degree in business marketing and management (Bcomm) at IMM graduate school. He is currently working in the property industry at Sitari Country Estate where he manages their rental portfolio. Paul is passionate about many things but he LOVES cricket and plays club cricket for Somerset West Cricket Club. He also enjoys a game of golf from time to time. He loves wildlife and if he had a choice, he would live in the bush! When I think of who Paul is as a person, the first word that pops up into my mind is "loyal". I learned the real meaning of love. Love is absolute loyalty. People fade, looks fade, but loyalty never fades. Loyal is who Paul is and I know that I can trust him no matter what. He is a sensitive soul, my best friend, slow to anger, has a giving heart and will always be there no matter what. He has a brilliant sense of humor and gives wise advice. I am marrying my best friend. I have found the strongest, happiest friendship in Paul. I can laugh with him and cry with him. Paul is God's gift to me, the person God chose for me. All my prayers have been answered and all roads have led to him. Marriage is about our happiness, our holiness, and our wholeness - but it is supremely about the glory of God. I am blessed to have found this in Paul and I can't wait to marry him! - Beks

In the beginning, Rebekah was just another picture on a silly new social media App. Today, four years later, she has proved that "matches" on tinder can be life long matches. RESILIENT - Not only does she overcome difficult circumstances/life challenges, she comes back stronger and wiser. ENTHUSIASTIC - Always shows interest in other people and will get involved to help and better their lives no matter what the cost. BELIEVER- She has an unfailing love and desire for her creator and remains true to His word. EARNEST - She is a hard worker (boss lady) and sincere in all her doings. KNOWLEDGEABLE - Not only does she know many things, she has an amazing ability to perceive and adapt to the environment around her. ARTISTIC - A creative individual with an imagination that knows no boundaries. HILARIOUS - Get to know her and she will make you laugh (especially with her favorite dance ). What more can I say, I swiped right and was never left looking back. Although this is my perspective of Rebekah, I'm sure every person who knows her will agree and resonate with my superlatives. One in a million and a million times YES!