CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL@STARBULLETIN.COM
Married couples smiled and kissed after renewing their vows at the Return to Romance Music Festival held at Iolani Palace yesterday evening. Pictured were Maurice and Gerry Kennedy and Lee and Judy Cabana. When asked what the secret to their 48-year marriage was, Judy Cabana said, "Patience, communication and love." CLICK FOR LARGE

CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL@STARBULLETIN.COM
Nina Keali'iwahamana and Jimmy Borges sang "The Hawaiian Wedding Song" with the Matt Catingub Orchestra of Hawaii yesterday at Iolani Palace. The 40-piece orchestra along with special guests kicked off the Return to Romance Music Festival, which will be performing at various venues through March 11. CLICK FOR LARGE

CINDY ELLEN RUSSELL / CRUSSELL@STARBULLETIN.COM
Tom Barta relaxed on the lawn of Iolani Palace while waiting for his wife, Lu, to show up yesterday afternoon. For more information on the performances, visit www.mattcatinguborchestra.com or call 545-7664. CLICK FOR LARGE