October Wedding (Rescheduled)

Pharsalia

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

You know, we aren't quite sure how we never crossed paths before UVA. Growing up 25 minutes from each other, our moms bringing us along to the same spa,&nbsp;attending the same fall and summer camps, Friday night football games, and frequenting the same&nbsp;restaurants...it just doesn't make much sense how we didn't meet sooner.&nbsp;

Pre-UVA Run In's

I (Sam) used to find excuses to go hang out with Athena's first year RA who I knew from back home. She was a 4th year having very little in common with me, but it was a chance to be on Athena's hall for a bit. Maybe she'd walk by?Meanwhile we started hanging out at various Young Life events at UVA in large group settings. As first year went on, we talked more, spent more time together, and became the best of friends. Second and third year rolled along and our friendship grew as we were both in ministry with Young Life at Western Albemarle High School. But third year was a bit different than before...

Mr. Jefferson's University

During our third year at UVA Sam and I officially started dating. Sam refers to it as a "chase," because he confesses he knew he loved me the first time he met me. So, all three years at UVA, Sam waited patiently to see what God had in store for our relationship. Sam is the most patient man I know and reflected the love and grace of Jesus Christ as he pursued me and trusted God.

Two years of dating were two of our best years. We explored a new city together- Nashville, Tennessee- and took our first trip together after dating for a few months. We fell in love with the city and have now gone back to visit three other times! We introduced our families to one another, explored Charlottesville together, turned 21 together, graduated college together, and so much more. Sam and I have gotten to share life together, and that looks different every day, but it's the greatest gift.&nbsp; 

On to the engagement. Sam told me to expect a proposal sometime in the fall. I was expecting he would propose on our anniversary in October, but boy was I surprised. Sam &nbsp;had a conversation with a close friend who offered wise advice and challenged Sam and his timing. After that conversation, Sam spent about 3 days calling my sister and&nbsp;my best friend to help, flying friends in from Florida, changing reservations, and shifting catering orders all in an attempt to move the proposal and engagement parties to August 11th, rather than October 20th.&nbsp;

By God's design and divine timing, everything fell in to place and Sam planned to propose on Sunday, August 11th. He spoke to my whole family, not just my parents, to receive approval. After he received approval, everything was in full swing! We drove to 12 Ridges Vineyard to have a dinner, read books, watch the sunset, and wake up the next morning to watch the sunrise. To my surprise, Sam had much more planned for the next morning.

Sam proposed to me at sunrise on Sunday, August 11th. Our closest friends came to the vineyard to celebrate with us as soon as is said YES. Sam had a drone flying over, which caught the whole thing on video. We then celebrated engagement with breakfast&nbsp;with &nbsp;friends, lunch at my house with all of our families, naps in the afternoon, and a dinner for two at our favorite restaurant in Williamsburg, VA.&nbsp;

It was a whirlwind of a day, but one of our favorites thus far! Since the proposal, Sam and I have come to know and one another more than we ever did before. The Lord has been so present every step of the way, and we continue to lean on him for guidance, comfort, and peace as we trust in him entering into this new season! Sam and I could not be more excited for marriage. We know the Lord has so much in store- joy, excitement, hardship, tears, laughter, new beginnings, and so much more.&nbsp;

We are so excited to celebrate the Lord's covenant of marriage with each and every one of you! We are thankful for your continued&nbsp;support and willingness to come and celebrate&nbsp;with us on July 10th, 2021 from 5pm to 10pm.

Dating to Engaged

*FINAL DETAILS*

Guests should arrive at 4:30pm on the afternoon of July 10th. The wedding celebration will begin at 5pm and end at 10pm.&nbsp;We can't wait to see you!&nbsp;

Our Story

Well Shoot!

Looks like things didn't go exactly as planned!&nbsp;

We got married on May 16th with a small gathering of family. We will renew our vows and have a full-blown reception with you all, our closest family and friends on July 10th, 2021. This will take place at our wedding venue&nbsp;Pharsalia&nbsp;in Tyro, VA.&nbsp;Wear your wedding attire and prepare for delicious food and drinks and lots of dancing!&nbsp;

COVID-19

Our Wedding

Details

Registry

Photos

Gavin Hanks

Madison Lockwood

Owen Thacker

Martha Anne Sperandio

Ella Post

Bennett Thomas

Hannah Post

Nick Molodow

Trenton Burmiester

Abby Holland

Carter Berry

Emma Blake

Ben Donovan 

Justine Hanway

Sam Post

Elise Hoover

Emerson Post

Caroline Shank

Wedding Party

Q + A

Amherst Inn

Bellevue B&B

Blue Ridge Getaways

The Cabins at Crabtree Falls

Devils Backbone Basecamp Brewpub

Elston Inn

Orchard House B & B

Rivenridge at Piney Forks

Village Inn

Wintergreen Resort

Afton Mountain Bed & Breakfast

Travel

Sam and Athena's favorite nachos, brews, and sunsets!

Blue Mountain Brewery

Beautiful mountain views, HIKES, and the best sunsets! Sam and Athena's favorite place to go for a drive.

Blue Ridge Parkway

Blue Toad Hard Cider - Cidery & Event Barn

A beautiful hike just 10 minutes from the wedding venue!

Crabtree Falls

Delfosse Vineyards & Winery

An incredible brewery and restaurant at the base of Wintergreen Resort

Veritas Vineyards and Winery

Sam and Athena's favorite beer- Blonde Hunny- and the best dinner option around

Wild Wolf Brewing Company

A Charlottesville local hard cider, great&nbsp;outdoor seating, and a wonderful atmosphere!

Bold Rock Hard Cider

Things to Do

Athena & Sam

Athena & Sam

COVID-19

Well Shoot!