Vineyard Hacienda

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

Finding Our Missing Peace

When they met, Keenan and Brittany were both in their, not looking for love phase; and don't they always say that's when you find it? Keenan was working at San Pasqual Winery in downtown La Mesa, just five minutes from Brittany's apartment. Brittany spent most of her personal time walking her dog, Bodhi, around town because; well, walking is free. If you've ever spent time with Bodhi, you know she's afraid of just about anything; lights that change unexpectedly, robots, loud noises, horses, sudden movement, puppies, bad weather, loud voices... you get the idea. On one particular Friday during the La Mesa farmers market, a band played folk music for the crowds. Bodhi was not a fan. Eyes wide, ears back, and body low, she pulled Brittany into the nearest building for shelter. That building was San Pasqual Winery. Embarrassed, Brittany apologized to the snazzy wine tender working the bar. I'm so sorry! Do you guys allow dogs? she asked, trying to reign in her skittish pup. We do, but they have to say 'hi' to me first. With a charismatic smile, and calm demeanor, Keenan won the hearts of both Brittany and Bodhi. Soon after, Keenan introduced Brittany and Bodhi to his mom, Cyn, and their lively, animated fur babies: Sasha and Sweet Pea. The families blended seamlessly over time. Brittany and Keenan have built a strong foundation on love, trust, communication, and fun. They are each other's best friends, strongest support, and ever-lasting peace. ... ... ... On May 15, 2027, surrounded by family and friends, we say I do to forever. We turn a new page, to a new chapter, where we continue to love and support one another, til death do us part. Thank you for being a part of our special day. Thank you for adding value, love, friendship, and happiness to our story. xoxo Brittany and Keenan

Our Story

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This is Jess! She'll be the woman keeping me sane through all this wedding planning, and holding things for me on the wedding day (my hand if the nerves kick in, my bouquet during vows, and my dress while I pee). She's a beautiful, hilarious, boisterous, and caring woman that I am honored to call my best friend. 

(Ice breaker topics: Ask her about her cats, the SF 49ers, or soccer) 

Jessica Hale

This is my sister. She'll be one of the bridesmaids. She's stunning, funny, and super creative. You may be asking yourself, "Why not the Matron of Honor?" Well, my niece is working very hard at giving her a heart attack on a daily basis. The last thing she needs right now is more stress and responsibilities. Love you, Bre! (Ice breaker topics: Ask her about her daughter, fun stories about our upbringing, or her latest crafting projects. She will claim she's not artistic, but she's just being modest).

Breana Therkildsen

You ever wonder where all the energy you had as a kid went? Wendy doesn't. She puts the Hyper in ADHD, and I love her for it. She's as logical as she is zany, and as beautiful as they come.  She's the most adventurous of my friends and is most likely to get us into trouble going off course during the bachelorette party. (Ice breaker topics: hiking/backpacking, her dogs, and her child)

Wendy Dorr 

Kristen is definitely one of a kind. Compassionate, empathetic, maternal, organized (usually), and charming. You'd never guess she was the prankster of the group, especially during a game night! Did I mention she's Wendy's partner-in-crime? (Ice breaker topics: Her family, growing up in Fresno, camping adventures)

Kristen Kellogg

Beech and I met at while working in the ER. We became friends pretty instantaneously. Our quirks complemented each others like no other. She's a self-proclaimed "chingona" who has literally manifested her life from the ground up. She's a baddy that's clever, magnetic, and loving. (Ice breaker topics: her cats (Reckless BaBeeZ), music, Nipsey Hussle, and her Long Beach community.

Wendy "BeEcH" Gutierrez

This ADORABLE little pastry puff is the flower girl! She's already got so much moxy. I'm so excited to see what personality she brings to the wedding. Love you, Pais! 

Paisley Rae Therkildsen

You know when you've known somebody for so long that they end up becoming family, well that's Julian! We have been causing havoc together since the dinosaurs were roaming the earth and have remained as close as ever. When you think of me, generally it's a safe bet that Julian's name comes up also. Whether it's at a concert, festival, party, or wedding I can always count on him to be there, and it has been like this for well over 20 years. If that ain't worthy of being a Best Man, I don't know what is!
(Ice breaker topics: Raiders, Hip-Hop, Comedy movies, video games, WWE, all things 90's)

Julian Gutierrez

RAAAAIIIDDEEERRRRSSSS! Now that I have your attention, this is one of my closest cousins, Enrique....or as we all know him "Keak". He has watched me grow up from a little crybaby they called "Queenan" to the man I am today, a much taller man I might add haha! But in all seriousness, Keak has seen all the ups and downs and when times had been rough in the past, he made sure that my mom and I were good, that has never changed. If there is any family function or big event, you can bet you ass Keak will be there decked out in his Raider gear, ready to party the night away or until he puts himself to bed for a "nap". We have only grown closer as I've gotten older, and I have all the love in the world for you, cuzzo! 
(Ice breaker topics: Raiders, Bay Area Hip-Hop, softball, funny Keenan stories, tales from Oakland)

Enrique Perez

If there are two closer cousins that have lived in different states for most of their lives, I have yet to find them. Born in Elgin, Texas, where some of the best Texas BBQ comes from, you'll find a very tight nit family, the Jonse family to be exact! My grandpa, Herman Jonse made damn sure that I knew my Texas roots and one thing he strived to do was forge an unbreakable bond between his nephew and me. And succeed he did, Roland and I essentially grew up together, albeit mostly through photos but by the time I took my first trip to Elgin many years ago we were damn near inseparable. Since then, we have kept in contact and he even spent a little time in San Diego, in hopes of getting stationed here. Unfortunately, that didn't happen but when the Navy stationed him in Oxnard you can best believe I took a trip up to see him. We've had some kickass times between now and then, and I see so many more on the horizon. I have great admiration for you and am honored to call you my cousin, much love, primo!
(Ice breaker topics: Dallas Cowboys, growing up in Elgin, time spent in the Navy, fun stories with Keenan)

Roland Palacios

Where to begin with LaRell haha. You know that one friend who is the happiest to see everyone, the life of the party, class clown, and the most lovable person all in one...well that is Larell in a nutshell! Talk about a friend for life, he is another one of the boys who gets welcomed into the family, brotha' from another motha', if you will. Ever since the day we met at Rolando Elementary in the second grade, he has been by my side through it all. If I'm not mistaken, I was one of his first friends when he first came to Rolando. We have played football together, traveled together, drank together, caused a little chaos together, but most importantly grew up together. The countless stories we have over the years could be turned into a book, a very, very comedic book that is. I am proud to call you one of my best friends, love you, fam!
(Ice breaker topics: His music, more funny Keenan stories, his wife Jazper and their children, his life experiences)

LaRell Ward

Jason and I weren't too familiar with each other throughout middle school and high school, but on one fateful night at our friend Vinny's house we reconnected during a party and the rest is history as they say. After that evening, we just became closer over the years, and he became my partner in crime or vice versa haha. Over the years, one thing has remained constant, Jason will call you up out of the blue no matter how much time has passed just to check on you. Through that hard exterior of his, he is one of the most loyal, loving, and giving people I have had the privilege of meeting. With that said, he will also mess with you for the hell of it, but it's always in good fun. At the end of the day if there was someone to have your back, Jason is the man for the job! Love ya, Jay!
(Ice breaker topics: His niece, his wife Claire and their dogs, wild times with Keenan) 

Jason Scherer

Daryl and I have been friends for well over 18 years now and the stories he could tell about me from our high school days are endless haha. We met in 6th grade at La Mesa Middle School back when I was a shy, chubby kid but our first class together he made it a point to come up to me and say what's up and we pretty much became friends right then and there. Come to find out we had a similar friend group and played youth football for the same organizations, even though he claims baseball was his first love haha. The sports connection was just the catalyst for us becoming great friends. He is the person who really helped me get through some rough times between high school and my early twenties when it came to certain situations and individuals. And no matter how much time goes by without us speaking, we can get together, and it'd feel like I just saw him yesterday, that is the definition of a true friend! Much love, Bibbs!
(Ice breaker topics: Padres or baseball in general, his art, cycling, anything 90's, his job)

Brittany & Keenan

Brittany & Keenan

Q + A

Is there a theme?

What kind of food will be there?

Can we bring the kids?