The Walters Cultural Arts Center

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Walters Cultural Arts Center

Reception

Our Wedding

<p>Josh and Aaron met on a social app. At the time Aaron was about to delete the app, and walk away from dating, and Josh was coming out of a terrible time in his life. They met for the first time watching golden girls, and eating Papa Johns Pizza. Aaron's obsession of Disney and Star Wars eventually infected Josh, making him just as crazy as Aaron about Disney , and... dare we say Star Wars. Their wedding is representative of the Mandalorian, fictitious characters from the Star Wars lore. The Mandalorian represents family, regardless of blood. Its a bond of being together through any difficulty, and beyond the realm of any pain thats been experienced. Josh has made Aaron better, and vice verse. As Disney and Star Wars has bonded them, so has the values of love, healing, growth and strength. This is the Way.</p>

It all started with a mouse

Our Story

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Chris and Aaron have been friends for almost 18 years! Chris work at the headquarters of Apple, and is like a brother to Aaron. He was there when Josh proposed to Aaron

Christopher Allen

Josh and Todd have been friends for most of their lives. Todd is like family to Josh, and has been his family through thick and think. Todd has an energy like no one, and Josh couldn't wait to ask him to be his best man

Todd Eddins

Wendy and Aaron go way back to working together. From the day they met, they knew they would be amazing friend. Wendy has been there through thick and thin, and never stood back and avoided honesty. She is family to Aaron

Wendy Deibel

Shannon and Josh met in English Class when Josh was going to School at the University of South Alabama. Joshua was close to Shannon there after, and at her wedding couldn't help but share how much of an inspiration she was to him. She will always dear to him.

Shannon Laughrey

Tony and Aaron have been friends for so long, they are brothers, building each other when they were down, and laughing until they cried. Aaron couldn't wait to ask Tony to be part of the wedding. 

Anthony Popovic 

One of Aarons closest friends, Pam and Aaron met filming Aarons "First Date: A Short Film Trilogy." As a friend, Pam has been there to guide Aaron, but most importantly share her unjudgmental love. 

Pamela O'Hare

Wendy and her Son have a close relationship. In her eyes, Wendy's life is about her kids and their successes, never letting them feel unsupported. 

Wendy Driskell

Rollyn and Aaron Have been friends since the first film Aaron made. From Disney trips to movie events, Rollyn and Aaron bonded over what brings them joy.

Rollyn Stafford

Joshua and Hoang met at Aaron and Josh's Party Games Club and have been friends ever since!

Hoang Phan

Brian and Josh have been friends since meeting at Aaron and Josh's Party Games club. Sometimes at wits in the games they play, their goofy friendship puts smiles on everyones face

Brian Cameron

Adrian and Josh met at a party! They continue to be great friends since. Adrian and Josh as well as their partners recently went to  Disney together, bonding their friendship more!

Adrian Cook

Jo and Aaron Met as neighbors, and even helped save a pregnant cat! From there they have been friends.

Jo Agasa

Joshua and Joshua have been friends for several years! Meeting each other at Party games, and the laughs never stopped!

Joshua Ludahl

Wedding Party

Q + A

In Portland (Downtown Portland)Make yourself at home in one of the 119 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and LED televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers.With a stay at The Hoxton Portland, you'll be centrally located in Portland, within a 5-minute drive of Oregon Convention Center and Moda Center.  This 4-star hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Oregon Health and Science University and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Oregon Zoo.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Roseland Theater - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  Lan Su Chinese Garden - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Burnside Bridge - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Portland Saturday Market - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Powell's City of Books - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Pioneer Place - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Pioneer Courthouse Square - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Willamette River - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Portlandia - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Portland City Hall - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Multnomah County Central Library - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Portland'5 Centers for the Arts - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  The preferred airport for The Hoxton Portland is Portland International Airport (PDX) - 13.8 km / 8.6 mi Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This hotel has 4 meeting rooms available for events.Grab a bite at Tope, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.

The Hoxton Portland

Pearl District Penthouses by Barsala

In Portland (Downtown Portland)Make yourself at home in one of the 127 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.Hotel Lucia is centrally located in Portland, a 4-minute walk from Powell's City of Books and 5 minutes by foot from Pioneer Place.  This 4-star hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Portland Art Museum and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Providence Park.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Pioneer Courthouse Square - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Roseland Theater - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Powell's City of Books - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Pioneer Place - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi  Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Portland'5 Centers for the Arts - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  McMenamins Crystal Ballroom - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi  Multnomah County Central Library - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Portlandia - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi  Lan Su Chinese Garden - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Burnside Bridge - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Portland Art Museum - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Portland Saturday Market - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  Portland City Hall - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi  The preferred airport for Hotel Lucia is Portland International Airport (PDX) - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this Art Deco hotel include wedding services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a ballroom.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Portland? This hotel has facilities measuring 2034 square feet (189 square meters), including conference space.Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Hotel Lucia

In Portland (Downtown Portland)Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 120 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring heated floors and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and premium TV channels provides entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.A stay at The Hi-Lo, Autograph Collection places you in the heart of Portland, within a 5-minute walk of Pioneer Place and Tom McCall Waterfront Park.  This 4-star hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Oregon Health and Science University and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Oregon Zoo.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Pioneer Place - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Tom McCall Waterfront Park - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi  Pioneer Courthouse Square - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi  Roseland Theater - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Star Theater Portland - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Willamette River - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Powell's City of Books - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Lan Su Chinese Garden - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Burnside Bridge - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Portland Saturday Market - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Portland City Hall - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Portlandia - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi  Salmon Street Springs - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Portland'5 Centers for the Arts - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  The preferred airport for The Hi-Lo, Autograph Collection is Portland International Airport (PDX) - 14 km / 8.7 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a business center, and express check-in.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Hubers serving guests of The Hi-Lo, Autograph Collection. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Aaron + Joshua

Aaron + Joshua

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