Bali Hai Restaurant

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

The Newlywed's House

Day After Wedding BBQ

Our Wedding

TQ and I met back in 2010 while working as EMTs together for ER Ambulance in El Cajon, CA. We were friends for several years before we started dating in April 2014. In January 2014 we began hanging out a lot more together. In April we officially became boyfriend &amp; girlfriend while Thien-Quang was in his paramedic school internship and I was in my first year of Nursing school. Since the beginning of our relationship we've endured paramedic school, nursing school, the fire academy, probation, my new job and two moves!I work as an Emergency Department RN (Registered Nurse) for UCSD San Diego-Hillcrest and Thien-Quang works as a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of San Diego Fire Department. We both are currently working our dream jobs and couldn't be happier with our career choices.In November of 2016 on a camping trip to Zion, Utah, TQ proposed while hiking through the narrows. He got down on one knee (up to his waist) in the ice cold water and asked me to marry him. I didn't give him an answer at first, I just kept saying "Are you serious?!" He then prompted me for an answer by stating, "So is that a yes? Because this water is really cold." I said yes, obviously, and now here we are! WE JUST BOUGHT A HOUSE! TQ and I are officially homeowners! We purchased our first home together in August and are slowly saving up money to furnish our home. We have two fur children, Bizzl and Ellie. My (Arielle's) parents live in El Cajon, CA and TQ's parents live in Mira Mesa, CA. I (Arielle) have one sister in CA while TQ has 2 sisters, one in NY and one in CO.

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Our Story

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Michael

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

Kona Kai Resort & Spa

Across the street from the wedding Venue

Humphreys Half Moon Inn

The Bay Club Hotel and Marina

Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel & Marina

Travel

Immerse yourself in the animal kingdom at the San Diego Zoo, home to more than 4,000 animals across 800 rare and exotic species. Spend quality time with giant pandas, New Zealand kiwis, endangered sun bears, and Galápagos tortoises—the zoo’s oldest residents.
At the Polar Bear Plunge, get an up-close underwater view of these iconic Arctic bears as they swim and play. Visit Gorilla Tropics, one of the zoo’s bioclimatic zones, where the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest closely mimic the African lowland gorilla’s natural habitat.
The Children’s Zoo includes a nursery with baby animals and a popular petting area where sheep and goats await their next cuddle. And in the Outback, you can see hopping kangaroos, cuddly koalas, and hot pink flamingos hanging with their friends.
If your feet need a rest, board one of the open-air double-decker buses for a 35-minute narrated tour around many of the zoo's best exhibits, take the Express Bus and hop on and off at 5 different stops, or snag a bird’s-eye view of the entire grounds with a high-flying ride on the Skyfari® Aerial Tram.

San Diego Zoo

The sun beats down on the grasslands as you look out over the plains, and for a second, you swear you feel the heat of the Kenyan savanna. Explore natural habitats and get up close and personal with more than 400 species of animals—from African elephants to zebras—at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
A journey to this park is more than just an activity. It’s an immersive and educational experience that takes guests on a global adventure. The park is divided into regions, boasting habitats that simulate these animals’ wildlife homes, allowing you to get an intimate look at the rhinos bathing in their oasis, lions snoozing in the sun, and meerkats diligently keeping watch over their burrows.
Zoom through the plains on the Africa Tram Safari, see just how fast a cheetah can run, and then make some friends and memories alike to the song of the birds as they perch on your hand at Lorikeet Landing.

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Climb aboard the USS Midway, known for serving in both Operation Frequent Wind in 1975 and Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Take time to explore all the main areas of this famed aircraft carrier, including access to 29 carefully restored aircraft on the flight deck.
Visit the 60 exhibits, each steeped with the sights, sounds, and smells of the Midway's past. Step into the massive galley, tour the engine room, and walk through the private sleeping quarters of the sailors. Then head to the 4-acre (1.6-ha) flight deck to get an up-close view of the F-14 Tomcat and the TBM Avenger.
A day spent on board this floating city allows you to take a journey back in time with the original crew of the Midway. Listen to their voices on the audio tour as they offer firsthand accounts of daily life at sea. In addition, the volunteer docents—many of whom also served on the Midway—share their personal stories and anecdotes with you during your day of discovering a piece of American history.

USS Midway Museum

Soak up the magic of 4 beloved and iconic Southern California theme parks. Meet your favorite Disney characters at Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park, celebrate creativity at LEGOLAND® California, and discover the wonders of the ocean at SeaWorld® San Diego.
Disneyland® Park
 The magical Disney kingdom awaits you at Disneyland® Park. Embrace world-famous classics like “it’s a small world,” the Matterhorn Bobsleds, and those beloved Disney Characters you’re never too old to hug. Then blast off into the Star Wars™ universe aboard Star Tours—The Adventures Continue.
Disney California Adventure® Park
 Prepare to be floored at Cars Land, where the Disney•Pixar’s hit movie &quot;Cars&quot; comes to life with high-octane attractions, dining, and shopping. And there’s much more to discover in 8-themed lands including The Little Mermaid~Ariel’s Undersea Adventure and World of Color nighttime water spectacular.
LEGOLAND® California
 The rides, shows, and attractions here center on LEGO's classic, colorful blocks and the imaginative creations you make with them. Weave along a LEGO® dinosaur jungle on the Coastersaurus roller coaster, play with LEGO® blocks in the Imagination Zone, and see detailed LEGO® depictions of 7 American cities at Miniland USA.
SeaWorld® San Diego
 Connect with the ocean at SeaWorld® San Diego. See Shamu and learn about the majestic killer whales during the One Ocean® show. Visit the Penguin Encounter, and spend time with some of the most playful inhabitants of the Arctic.

Southern California CityPASS

Things to Do

Arielle & Thien-Quang

Arielle & Thien-Quang

We're now home owners! If you would like to buy the newlyweds a gift we are registered at Bed Bath and Beyond and at Costco.