The Gingerbread Meeting House

Wedding Day

Fall

Our Wedding

On our first date, we showed up at different locations of Highland Brewery. We figured it out pretty quickly, had a laugh about it on the phone and somebody (Carol) owed somebody (Kyle) a beer. Our date started at 2 PM, and it just kept going. Soon enough we were sitting on the blue ridge parkway watching the storm roll in at 2 AM. (Yes that's a 12 hour date!)

First Date

We wanted to move in together, but my parents hadn't quite gotten to know Kyle yet. While I was visiting my parents and talking to Kyle about this, he drove down the next night to have dinner with my family. The morning after, he needed to use my car to jump his car and took my keys with him on accident. My dad said we'd be together forever.

Meeting the Parents

We hosted parties and slept in on the weekends together. We called our home the Fromagerie, which is French for house of cheese. And yes, we loved cheese but were also very cheesy with each other. Fun fact: Loaf's favorite cheese is mozzarella.

Moving In

Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina in late September of 2024. A large tree hit our home in the middle of the night during the height of the storm, causing damage that prompted us to relocate and recoup our belongings. Our wonderful friends let us stay with them until we were ready to start over again.

Weathering the storm

Sunlight streams through and illuminates all the plants lining the shelves in our new apartment. We quickly made the place our own. We built legos together, had a painting night, cooked several Sunday morning breakfasts, and drank several versions of espressos until we found the right fit.

home is wherever you are 

One of us thought we were going to a noteworthy steakhouse (Carol) and the other had some tricks up his sleeve (Kyle). What was seemingly a surprise belated birthday party ended up to be a secret mission known as Operation: Ring Requisition. Chief Inspector Loaf and Secret Agent Kale really knocked it out of the park

the proposal 

We bought our own home equipped with all of Carol's trinkets and only room for some of Kyle's cars. We both have a lot of shoes, too. Additionally, we welcomed a new furbaby named I can't believe it's not butter on a cheddar bay biscuit, or Butter for short.

Homeowners with a twist

Our Story

Pics

Photos!

No wedding party here, just partying at the wedding! We have decided to not have traditional bridesmaids and groomsmen. We wanted to celebrate with as many people as possible without cost as a limiting factor.&nbsp;There is no responsibility for buying dresses, renting shoes, going to rehearsal, coordinating/planning things, etc.

Wedding Party

Q + A

Fairfield Inn & Suites Shelby

Days Inn by Wyndham Shelby

The Opal And West House

Morgan and Wells Bed & Breakfast

WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Shelby is offering accommodations in Shelby. With a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, every room includes a desk. All guest rooms in WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Shelby are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 35 miles away.

WoodSpring Suites Charlotte Shelby

Featuring barbecue facilities, Days Inn by Wyndham Shelby is located in Shelby. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 2-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and an ATM for guests. At the motel, all rooms have a desk. All guest rooms in Days Inn by Wyndham Shelby are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at the accommodation. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Days Inn by Wyndham Shelby. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 37 miles away.

Located in Shelby, Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites by Marriott Shelby has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 34 miles from the property.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Shelby

Located just off I-74 and next to the Cleveland Mall, Country Inn &amp; Suites by Radisson, Shelby, NC features a spacious outdoor pool. Free WiFi and a daily hot breakfast buffet are available. Country Inn &amp; Suites by Radisson, Shelby, NC offers contemporary rooms cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator. A work desk and ironing facilities are included. A fitness center and sports court are open to all guests of the hotel. A business center and laundry facilities are also available. Country Inn &amp; Suites by Radisson, Shelby, NC is less than 5 miles from downtown Shelby and 12 minutes from Kings Mountain.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Shelby, NC

Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Shelby, North Carolina in Shelby features 3-star accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and a business center, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms. Guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is 33 miles away.

Hampton Inn & Suites Shelby

Travel

Outdoor

City of Shelby Hanna Park

John H. Moss Lake Recreation Park

Twin Trestle Trailhead

Wolfman Woods Disc Golf Course

Pursuit of Knowledge

Cleveland County Music Hall of Fame

Earl Scruggs Center

Jake's Knives Collectibles & Antiques

Cleveland Mall

The Banker's House

Thrill Seekers

Shadyside Dragway

Lake Houser Adventures Off-Road Park

Waffle House

Things to Do

Registry

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We will have about half an hour to do karaoke. All slots are currently unfilled. If you're feeling spontaneous during our karaoke time, you can volunteer for a wildcard spot (a spot we will leave intentionally open). 1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.

Carol & Kyle

Carol & Kyle

C&K

Wedding Day