Old St. Mary's Chapel

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

Love stories are likely the most common kinds of stories. Dragons, knights, princesses, and evil wizards are among the cast of characters. However, love stories that begin with seventh graders in Latin class are on the uncommon end of things. 

	Carpe Diem. She thought. “Hey&hellip;Did you understand anything from that class?” She asked.

He looked up surprised and uncomfortable. “No. haha. I couldn’t tell you how to conjugate one verb. I think I know less about Latin than when I went into class.”

“Did she want the terms and definitions verbatim?”

“I don’t know if she wants exact definitions per se, but I’m just gonna aim for the closest I can get.” He shrugged his shoulders.

“Good idea. If you need any help lemme know. Here’s my phone number.”

“I don’t actually have a phone...You could instant message me through my yahoo account though, but it will have to be before or after swim practice.”

“Oh really? Okay.” she laughed. 

He was reserved and quiet, almost like a turtle just peeking his head out of its shell to determine if the world would be receptive of him. He soon discovered that even if the world wasn’t, she would be. 

She couldn’t wait for the school play that year. Nobody knew for sure, but most assumed that it wasn’t because her little brother played the part of a cockney pauper, but because her brother’s friend was in the play too. And before you could say Merry Christmas, they were off to winter camp where they would hold hands for the first time with the excuse that they were sharing the hand warmer his mom had packed him.

Two years went by full of laughter, family trips, and petty 8th grade antics. Eventually they found that they had grown apart. It was devastating. But they never gave up on their friendship. Sure it was hard, but giving up was something neither of them were willing to do.

After a couple years of maturing, they began to rekindle their friendship with a call from Chicago. He had moved halfway across the states to attend college, and he was loving his new friends but was unhappy with his studies. She had moved forty-five minutes from home and was loving school, but having a hard time with people. You may be wondering what the natural course of action for a young man to take was. Listen carefully because this is going to surprise you. It involved a cellphone and his new “anti-motivational” quotes, the perfect combination for a romance. 

That summer they rejoined the youth group with the humblest of positions, the dreaded “i” word...intern. But after lots of summer games, luaus, swing dancing, and most importantly jazzercise worship, he surprised both of them with a kiss on her forehead. He moved home six months later to study English. Now they are both graduating with their bachelor’s degrees, and then moving onto their Mr. and Mrs. degrees. 

They had finally come to realize that it wasn’t just her that had accepted the strange and awkward turtle boy all those years ago, but it was he that had accepted her too. The world could turn against them for all they cared but as long as they had each other, and maybe the beach, who cared?

Our Love Story

Our Story

Children

We love kids! Our wedding will be kid friendly. Please feel free to bring along your kiddos. We will have activities and kid friendly food/drinks. We strive to keep our childlike spirit alive, so bring on the fun!

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Ethyn

We fangirl&nbsp;over Big Time Rush,&nbsp;Psych, and Ballet.&nbsp;

Samantha

She is the responsible one who always keeps me on track. "Lets say I have two hands."&nbsp;

Justine

Branson

The Armchair Philospher

My little sis&nbsp;since before Evan was around.&nbsp;Never ending girl talk!

Brenna

Roah

Still love each other after living together for 4 years.&nbsp;

Taryn

Sam 

Crazy L15 youth group&nbsp;sponsors for life! Always keeps me laughing.&nbsp;

Brielle

John

Laughter and long talks. My mentor and friend.&nbsp;

Willena

Stew

Crazy, Italian adventures. Second mom. Love and laughter. Bellisima Amica.&nbsp;

Alessandra

Luke

My BFF&nbsp;and the cutest flower girl on the planet. We sure love our kitties!

Kaytie

Wedding Party

Registry

Q + A

Staybridge Suites Rocklin - Roseville Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Rocklin - Roseville

Hampton Inn & Suites Roseville

Larkspur Landing Roseville

Park Victorian

When you stay at Rocklin Park Hotel in Rocklin, you'll be in the suburbs and convenient to Sierra College and Johnson-Springview Park.  This hotel is within close proximity of Sunset Whitney Golf Course and Miner's Ravine Trail.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 64 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.Dining A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, luggage storage, and an elevator (lift). Planning an event in Rocklin? This hotel has facilities measuring 1000 square feet (93 square meters), including a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Rocklin Park Hotel

Travel

Try the chicken nachos and frozen hot chocolate!

Studio Movie Grill Rocklin

Try their draft&nbsp;Kombucha... it's amazing!!

Auburn Coffee Company

One of favorite coffee places. Awesome music and the best London Fog in town.

The Fig Tree Coffee, Art, & Music Lounge

The BEST late night snack. Rolled tacos or taquitos?

Adalberto's Mexican Food Restaurant

Whenever we get the chance we go dancing! A great date night.&nbsp;

Midtown Stomp

Our very first date... Round 2.&nbsp;

West Wind Sacramento 6 Drive-In

Their shaved ice is to die for.

Shave monster

Our favorite falafel place. Evan recommends the Turkish coffee and Baklava.&nbsp;

Autymn & Evan