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Our Wedding

...in a land not that far away, Cierra and Derrick were introduced through mutual friends as freshman at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). Our story began in the fall of 2014 the same as any college romance with the stereotypical dorm parties and hippie activities (slacklining) on the quad. Long walks around campus quickly turned into long drives to visit each other over school breaks (Derrick lived in Massachusetts while Cierra lived in Vermont).

A long, long time ago...

After four years of runs around Worcester, dates to the Worcester Art Museum, sorority formals, frat parties, hikes at Wachusett Mountain, and movie nights, our college romance was put to the test in the real world. Trying new experiences and exploring new places - together we were eager for any adventure. From backpacking Southeastern Asia or sleeping in the car on a cross country road trip, to climbing 4000 footers back home in New England, we did what we could to maximize our time together. The long distance and weekend trips lasted until the fall of 2022 when we moved into our first apartment together in Winooski, Vermont.

From one adventure, to the next

In the fall of 2024, after a couple years of living together in Vermont, we took a weekend trip to one of our favorite hiking destinations - the White Mountains in New Hampshire. At one of the river crossings on the way down from our hike, Derrick decided to get down on one knee and show Cierra a really cool rock.

What are men to rocks and mountains?

We purchased our current home in December 2023. While our 1820's farmhouse has plenty of character, we are happy to have the opportunity to host our wedding on our own property! Although the land used to be an active farm with cows, we will be using it in the fall of 2025 to recite our vows!

Cows to vows

Our Story

Photos

Aerianna Ford-HouleMatron of Honor-Skyler FordMaid of Honor-Azalia Jane HouleFlower Girl

Greg NauglerBest Man-Kurt NauglerBest Man-Reginald Bruce NauglerRing Bearer

Wedding Party

Q + A

Ceremony and reception will be held at our home in Waterbury Center. There will be limited parking at the venue. Parking information will be updated here. There is a hotel block at the Best Western Plus Waterbury-Stowe (call and ask for Ford/Naugler Wedding). There are many other hotel options in the area. Guests are also encouraged to book group accommodations through AirBNB or VRBO. Note that this is a VERY popular time of year to visit Vermont, especially Waterbury. Please book your accommodations as early as possible (vacancy can be limited even a year in advance).

Please book accommodations as soon as possible, there are already a limited number of rooms available. Call to reserve in the hotel block (Ford/Naugler Wedding).

Best Western Plus Waterbury - Stowe

Travel / Lodging

Book your factory tour in advance!

Ben & Jerry’s

Go for a hike up Stowe Pinnacle for leaf peeping!

Pinnacle Meadows, Stowe Land Trust

Free cheese samples, should I say more?

Cabot Creamery Store - Waterbury

Fresh cider donuts and maple creemees! And perfect for some Vermont gift shopping.

Cold Hollow Cider Mill

Some of our favorite spots in the area are:- Blackback Pub (ask the parents of the bride for more, they're locals at this joint!)- The Reservoir (restaurant)

Things to Do

Registry

6pm - 11pm at Zenbarn179 Guptil Road, Waterbury Center, VTPlease join us at Zenbarn, our local bar, the night before the wedding. Drinks and pizza from a wood-fired pizza oven will be a available for purchase.

All Wedding Day Events Located on Our Farm562 Ripley Road, Waterbury Center, VT 05677

Derrick & Cierra

Derrick & Cierra

Wedding Party