Armstrong Ranch 

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As most of you know, Jake and I both attended Atascadero High School for all four years. In high school, I was the quiet, studious, tennis &nbsp;and academically involved one who was an officer in almost every club available,&nbsp;while Jake was the popular, loud and outgoing&nbsp;prayer leader of the football team who was constantly surrounded by friends. To be honest, I found him cute but very annoying!&nbsp;

We shared several classes together through high school from Freshman to Senior year, and aside from a few conversations about video games, (more specifically Halo),&nbsp;we had little interaction. This was until senior year when I was *miraculously* accepted into ASB and we were set to be in the same group and table for the entire year. About half way through the year, after inviting me to swing dance at an open house ASB&nbsp;event, Jake began pursuing me (mind you I was 0% interested at this moment, but he was very sweet so it didn't bother me).&nbsp;

The next weekend, Jake invited me to a hike with his friends, and conveniently, the night before all of his friends just mysteriously dropped out! So weird! (Jake claims honestly that this was not a ploy, it was actually what happened). I accepted this invite reluctantly on the condition I could bring my dog, Vader, just to be sure there was no funny business. The "date" went great until Jake and I&nbsp;were sitting at MDO enjoying the sunset and he turned to tell me that he did not want to kiss another girl until he married her! I was very taken aback and immediately like "NOPE, not one of these types". After going home and telling my mom how weird he was and how I was never going to talk to him again, I gave Jake a ton of space the following weeks hoping he would get the message. As weird as it was, I actually started to feel sad when he would run an errand in ASB and I didn't come with him! Finally, I began to not totally reject date invites and we went on our first "official" date on April 2nd, 2014 to this church video awards thing. Afterwards he drove (like a maniac in his dad's convertible mustang)&nbsp;up to this hill where we both said we liked each other and then decided to start dating.Fast forward a couple of months and we were coming back from our senior prom and we drove back to the little hill.&nbsp;Jake had a few days prior left a little Han Solo action figure in my car with a note that said "Will you be the Princess Leia....", I actually had been sitting on this since it got stuck in the back of my seat for a few days and didn't see it until the day of prom! Anyways, when we get there he pulled out a Princess Leia action figure that said, "to my Han Solo?". Haha it's so nerdy I know, but it was so sweet, we both love Star Wars and it was great! Also, a few weeks before we had cleaned out his room of his old Star Wars action figures so this wasn't like he just went out and bought new toys or something (that probably would have been a little more odd!). This is when we officially became official! *phew*In college we both became involved in Cru as well as our own majors, and though we experienced some hiccups here and there, we still managed to find joy in each others company! The defining moment was after our 6 week trip missions to the MiddleEast where we faced a tremendous amount of stress, exhaustion and a multitude of trying circumstances, we still [props to God honestly] managed to be loving towards each other, the family,&nbsp;and make time for quality time and dates even&nbsp;when we wouldn't get to interact one-on-one for sometimes a week.&nbsp; We are both so excited to take this next step together and continue this amazing adventure that God is laying before us! Thank you each and every one of the people that were pieces of this story of ours!

Unexpected Sweethearts!

Our Story

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Stephanie Cannon

Josh McEwen

Tyan Twisselman

Julia Burge

CJ Cooper

Nanka Karimova

Annie Mae Bohnsack

John Theo

Cora McEwen

Bray Turner

Jon Stearns

Hester Turner

Ryan

Grace Gullen

Bentley

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Located in Atascadero, Carlton Hotel is in the historical district and minutes from Sunken Gardens and Atascadero Historical Museum.  This historic hotel is within close proximity of Atascadero City Hall and Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 50 individually furnished guestrooms. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature jetted bathtubs and designer toiletries.Amenities Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, wedding services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Dining Satisfy your appetite at a coffee shop/café serving guests of Carlton Hotel.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Atascadero? This hotel has 1000 square feet (93 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Carlton Hotel

With a stay at Paso Robles Inn, you'll be centrally located in Paso Robles, steps from Carnegie Library and minutes from Paso Robles Children's Museum.  This spa hotel is within close proximity of Anglim Winery and Paso Robles Pioneer Museum.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 98 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a picnic area.Dining You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of Paso Robles Inn, or find a snack in a coffee shop/café. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.Business, Other Amenities Free self parking is available onsite.

Paso Robles Inn

We highly recommend looking into Air Bnb or Vacation Rental by&nbsp;Owner (VRBO) in the area for something that fits your exact needs!

AIR BNB and VRBO

Travel

Set out for a relaxing, hands-on, and educational wine appreciation tour with a certified sommelier and wine country expert as your guide. Sample regional varietals, linger over an al fresco lunch among the vines, and tour the cellar and winemaking facility of a renowned estate with a local vintner.
After you’re picked up from your hotel, ride through the countryside to your first destination. On the way, your sommelier discusses the principal grapes grown in the region, the way that climate and terroir impact the characteristics of the area’s wines, and how to differentiate the type of grape—both on the vine and in the glass.
At the first estate, the owner leads you on an informative tour of the cellar and winemaking facilities. Learn all about traditional viticultural methods and modern technologies, and then sample an array of the winery’s bottles as your sommelier leads a discussion comparing each glass.
All that sipping and swirling is sure to work up an appetite, so sit down to a gourmet lunch among the vines. As you nibble on fresh and local fare, chat about the art and science of selecting wines to complement various dishes and flavor profiles.
Walk off your meal with a stroll around the property, learning about the care and upkeep of the vines before a fun and thought-provoking blind tasting. Your final stop of the day is at another renowned winery, where you participate in a formal wine and cheese pairing before returning to your hotel.

Private Sommelier-Led Wine Tasting Tour in Paso Robles

Tackle 1,500 acres of sand dunes over a 5.5-mile (9 km) stretch of beach in a top-of-the-line dune buggy. Hop into the driver’s seat and rev up for a thrilling off-road adventure full of dune jumping, adrenaline-pumping drifts, and roller-coaster-like rides over the dunes.
Your dune buggy expedition begins with trained instructors who brief you in off-road driving safety, demonstrate the best practices, and illustrate tips and tricks to make the most of your time behind the wheel.
Once you’re familiar with the safety protocol and handling techniques, take your pick of the dune buggies and ATVs available—the compact and lightweight 2-seater Marauder, the smoother-riding and spacious Proweler, or the low, light, and speedy Sand Rail Dune Buggy.
Take off over the beach and feel the rush of wind as you whip, turn, and ride up and down over 80-foot (25 m) sand dunes at speeds up to 45 mph (72 km/h). Climb up to the top of the hilly beachfront for a look down at the rugged coastline and ocean waves before your thrilling ride comes to a close.

Carla & Jake

Carla & Jake

C&J

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