Holy Name Of Jesus Catholic Community

Rehearsal Dinner

Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Community

Wedding Day

Ceremony

The Tides Club - Patrick Air Force Base

Reception

Getting ready

Wedding Mass and Reception

Winter

Our Wedding

Q + A

Registry

Imagine that you are just living your life day by day, hour by hour not knowing if you will ever find love. One kind soul just living her best life: single and ready to mingle. Another kind soul beaten and battered not knowing if he would ever find someone who would love him again. Little did they know that love was just one swipe away... We rumbled and stumbled and eventually found ourselves on Bumble. She swiped right setting the stage for what would be the last…..first…..hello. What’s your yelp rating? she asked. My reply 4.5. From then on we were like peas and carrots. Enjoying every minute together, falling in love and planning our future.&nbsp; Authored by: David&nbsp;

How he met her

I had begun my new job back home in Brevard County, Florida where I already owned my townhouse, where my family lives and where I grew up. After three years of working full time in Orlando 5 days a week getting to work in a dream job of mine. I had felt God tugging on my heart to begin expanding my identity outside of my job title. I have always loved helping people and my career in social work but I wanted more and knew that the long hours and chaotic days would not be conducive long term to having a family or for finding the one whom my soul loves. I made the big transition to consider planting roots back home and fostering a life with more work life balance. I began doing more volunteering with the Junior League where I had become a member the year prior, reconnecting with old friends and finding my way in my new job. I joined Bumble for Friends to connect with other women as so many of my childhood friends had moved away from home and many of my friends had begun their own families and were in the weeds of raising young children. I was looking to add to my community of awesome friends! Eventually I decided I was ready to get back into the dating world after a hiatus and was open to seeing if I found anyone worth possibly going out on a date or two with. The first or second night of the free version of Bumble Dating, I came across David. Admittedly, he had one picture of him in uniform and I actually thought, oh boy, I don't think I want to go for a guy in the military because they don't always come with the best reputations but this guy... he had such a sweet smile and kind eyes. I read through his profile a few times and thought he was really handsome and seemed to have good intentions from what I could glean from his bio. I swiped right and it was a MATCH! I charmed him with my opener, but unexpectedly he met me with the same whit and charm. He came back to my question about his Yelp Rating with a 4.5 which obviously led me to questioning why he fell shy of a 5 star review. I wasn't just out here looking for anyone. I was looking for someone who was equally as awesome as I am. He said, because I would never believe him if he told me his actual rating of a 4.75 and that no one is perfect, so a 5 star rating wouldn't be real. I was hooked, guarded but definitely intrigued to see if there was more to this guy with the cute smile and kind eyes. To my delight we continued to have meaningful and deep conversations about our dreams, standards in a partner, and what sparked joy in ourselves. Since that day in July of 2023 we have been keeping each other smiling, laughing and challenged to be the best versions of ourselves. Authored by: Catherine

How she met him

Our Story

Kristal Dixon

Brides "Bousin" AKA her best cousin and best friend

Dani David

Michael Clark

Corey Casey

Dustin Bryant

Sean Brown

The brides new daughter, Payton is our oldest girl and the first child to make David a "Dad." 

Payton

The brides youngest new daughter.  Brinley is our spunky youngest daughter and child.  She is one who always keeps us laughing and smiling. 

Brinley

Mary

Vivian

Lucy

Brides newest son.  Our favorite gamer and automobile aficionado.

Clayton

Cody

Audri

Macie

Gabriel

Wedding Party

Photos

If for any reason there are no remaining rooms available in the block please reach out directly to the bride, groom or mother of the bride. Here is the link to book directly:https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/mlbhihf-cascla-d000581e-47df-4d5d-a1de-6f6f661f813/ For guests wishing to stay a single night in the Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront please contact the bride and groom directly for assistance in obtaining a booking should you wish. We have a close friend offering to assist our guests in booking a single night as a travel agent.

Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront

Travel

A fun place for a local brew with outdoor and indoor seating. Food truck onsite with yummy eats. https://www.intracoastalbrewingcompany.com/

Intracoastal Brewing Company

If you would like to experience Catherine's favorite place to eat and enjoy the ambiance visit Coasters Pub. They have delicious burgers including a rotating exotic burger, chicken wings, fries, bowls &amp; tacos, and craft sodas.This establishment features a hidden gem of a biergarten in the back. A great place to cuddle up with a loved ones or make memories with family and friends. Full bar including beer, wine and liquor.

Coasters Pub & Biergarten.

Enjoy a local catch and river views at a local and tourist favorite.

Grills Riverside Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar

The KSC Visitor Center has opportunities to see iMax films as well as walk through the museum to see a real space shuttle that has been in outer space. There are loads of incredible pieces of history and plenty of opportunities to have interactive experiences for all ages. Tours available by bus available but require an additional ticket.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Enjoy kayaking, ropes course, or take in the variety of cute animals at Brevard Zoo. The brides niece, Mary, is a regular volunteer at the zoo and can tell you all about the best exhibits! Brevard Zoo is ranked as the 6th best zoo in the ENTIRE United States as recently as March 2025 by USA Today.

Brevard Zoo

Sea Turtle Season is between mid-June through August. You will find that during that time of year, absolutely no lights are allowed on the beach. Our wedding will take place outside of hatching season therefore lights are allowed along the shoreline but there is still so much that can be learned about our beautiful sea turtles and what can be done to protect them!

Sea Turtle Preservation Society

Enjoy watching the cruise ships take off on a Thurdsay, Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday. OR book a cruise following your time here for our wedding!

Park Port Canaveral Cruise Parking

Great outdoor shopping area with wonderful boutiques, shops, and local restaurants.

Downtown Melbourne

Elevated outdoor shopping including LuluLemon, Lilly Pulitzer, Books a Million, Aerie, Khols, American Eagle, The Paper Co., AMC Theaters, etc. PLUS delicious eats.

Catherine & David

Catherine & David

Travel

Hilton Melbourne Beach Oceanfront