Gary and Gina Doane's Wedding Reception (Dec. 6, 2008)

Debi's cousin, Gina, was married on October 28th, in Bali, Indonesia. Gina, and her new husband, Gary Doane, had a reception at their home in Hermosa Beach, California on December 6th. As we entered the driveway, we were greeted with traditional Indonesian scarves and plumeria flowers for the women, and headpieces for the men to wear throughout the night. As we walked up the stairs and through the front door, we could hear traditional music playing. Imagine our surprise when we saw a musician playing a traditional Indonesian instrument.

The house was decorated with flower and fruit centerpieces, and candles lining the stairway.

This picture shows Debi, Mom, Dad, and Lisa standing next to the fireplace. Uncle Dick is sitting in a chair next to Debi--he is wearing the traditional headpiece that the men were given.

Debi and Gary stand out on the patio to model the traditional scarf, plumeria flower, and headpiece that each guest was presented with when entering the reception.

The Scarlet Sisters: Aunt Carma, Mom (Doris), and Aunt Irene (Scarlet) out on the patio. Can you see the ocean in the background?


Uncle Dick and Aunt Carma on the patio. The patio was decorated with lights and paper to make us feel as if we were in Indonesia.

Gina and Gary had traditional dancers entertain us at various times throughout the evening.

Gary and Gina Doane watch the traditional dancers. (Aaron Martinez, Gina's younger brother, is standing to the right of Gary Doane's side.)

In this picture, the bride and groom are toasted.

Gina and Gary hired a professional chef to make the delicious traditional food that was served.

The wedding cake was yummy as well as beautiful.