Mordecai Historic Park

Wedding Day

Wedding

Tucker House

Reception

Shelley Lake Park

Party with Friends!

Our Wedding

Bob and I met on April 9, 2013 at a Bible study at Treasuring Christ Church in Raleigh. We both thought the other person seemed nice and we wanted to get to know one another as friends. Thankfully God allowed that to happen and we had many opportunities to interact through church. We were in the same community group Bible study together and also spent time together in groups. I later found out that Bob had liked me for a long time and patiently waited for a chance to ask me out while he went on dates with other girls and he observed me date other people and go through some failed relationships. Although I was also interested in Bob, I hadn't really considered him as more than a friend until later on. Thankfully great friendship blossomed and we became close friends over the past 3 years, which has been the solid foundation of our romantic relationship. In December and January of 2016, we started dating and spending more intentional time together. The 29th of the month has become a significant day in our lives. Our first date was December 29th, there was a leap year day this year on February 29th, I turned 29 on March 29th, we got engaged April 29th, Bob's birthday is May 29th, and we are getting married on July 29th! Who knows what other exciting things God might have in store for the 29th in the future. :) Bob and I love one another very much and can't wait to begin life together as husband and wife. Marriage is hard work, but it is worth the effort, and it is a picture of the way that Christ loves the Church and gave himself up for Her. We are committed to being a team by serving one another and serving others for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are thankful for the involvement and love of our family and friends during this exciting time in our lives!Feel free to use these hashtags on social media when you are referring to us! :) #twocooksinthekitchen #kissthecook

Our Love Story

Our Story

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Bill Cook is Bob's dad and he is going to be the best man for the wedding. Bill and his wife Tammy live in Clayton, NC and grew up in upstate New York. Bob is thankful for all that his mom and dad have done for their family and he is glad that they now live close to Raleigh so he can see them often. Diane is so thankful to be gaining such a wonderful father-in-law and mother-in-law and knows that God has brought some amazing people into her life. Bill is a former Data Center Coordinator at Eastman Kodak Company and also worked at a company called Lincoln Harris. He is currently employed at Time Warner Cable Company in Raleigh, NC.

Bill Cook

Steph Hughes White is one of Diane's closest friends in Raleigh and she is honored to have Steph by her side on her special day! They met at Starting Point Church while Diane was working as the children's minister at the church and Steph was volunteering with the children. She was especially helpful with communicating in Spanish to the Hispanic children who attended the church. Steph met her husband Chase White at the church and Diane had been close friends with Chase while they were living in the same neighborhood. Diane was the coordinator of their wedding and she is thankful Steph is returning the favor of being in her wedding! The happy couple lives in Raleigh close to where Diane currently lives and they are now active members of  Capital Community Church. They also have two dogs named Winston and Eleanor who are they foldly refer to as their "children." Steph studied Chemistry, Biology, and Spanish at Appalachian State University and earned a masters degree in Analytical Chemistry at North Carolina State University. She is now employed at Biomerieux in Durham as an Analytical Chemist.

Steph Hughes White

Lindsay McClary Sturkie is Diane's cousin and one of the bridesmaids in the wedding. Lindsay and Diane grew up playing together when they were young and had a close bond since they are only 3 years apart in age. They also enjoyed visiting and playing with her older sisters Rose, Charlotte, and Dixie, who are now married with kids of their own.  Since they were about 5 years old, Lindsay and Diane always said that they would like to be in one another's weddings, which has come true! Diane was a bridesmaid in Lindsay's wedding and now Lindsay will be in Diane's wedding. Lindsay studied Elementary Education and earned a Masters in Education from Francis Marion University in Florence, SC. Lindsay is now employed at Francis Marion University in the Education department. Lindsay and her husband Jon live in Effingham, South Carolina. They have an adorable daughter named Mackenzie, who is going to be the flower girl in Diane and Bob's wedding. 

Lindsay McClary Sturkie

Randy Sofia is going to be a groomsman in the wedding. Randy is Bob's brother-in-law and he is married to Bob's sister Crystal. Their sons are named Isaac, Luke, and Micah, all biblical names. Randy grew up in New York and is employed with Spark 451 as Director of Engineering.  Randy, Crystal, and their three boys recently moved from Brooklyn, NY to Clayton, NC, where Bob and Crystal's parents Bill and Tammy also live. Diane and Bob enjoyed visiting the Sofia family in Brooklyn before they moved and exploring the city with them. Bob is thankful to have Randy by his side on the wedding day and that his wife Crystal is also going to be a bridesmaid so they can walk down the aisle together. :)

Randy Sofia

Kevin is Diane's younger brother and he is going to be a groomsman in Bob and Diane's wedding. Diane and Kevin are 6 years apart in age and have grown closer over the years and are the best of friends, even though Kevin likes to pick on his older sister. ;) Bob is thankful to be gaining a brother-in-law and believes he and Kevin will get along great as they have a lot in common with their enjoyment of video games, music, and working out. They grew up in Mooresville, NC just north of Charlotte. Kevin graduated this past December from the University of North Carolina Wilmington with a degree in Journalism and writing and earned a writing certificate. He is currently a state employee at the Department of Transportation and works as a Technical Writer and he lives in Raleigh, NC.

Kevin McClary

Crystal Cook Sofia is Bob's older sister and Diane and Bob are honored to have her be a bridesmaid in the wedding. Diane is thrilled to be gaining such a wonderful sister-in-law and brother-in-law Randy, Crystal's husband, and to become an "automatic aunt" to her three adorable sons! Their names are Isaac, Luke, and Micah, all biblical names. Bob and Crystal grew up in Rochester, NY and Bob moved to Raleigh for work. Crystal's family recently moved from Brooklyn, NY to Clayton, NC, where Bob and Crystal's parents Bill and Tammy also live. Crystal homeschools her boys and she is a wonderful mom and wife for her family. She is the "Director of Homeland Security" at The Sofia Household. :)

Crystal Cook Sofia

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Holiday Inn Raleigh Downtown

This modern hotel is a 13-minute walk from the Cameron Village Shopping Center and a 5-minute drive from North Carolina State University.Classic rooms include free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with HD channels, plus custom-designed beds, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas and pull-out sofas.There's free on-site hot breakfast (daily) and weekday breakfast bags to go, as well as a fitness center and an indoor pool. Additional amenities include meeting space and a business center.

Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh Downtown

This sophisticated hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Raleigh Convention Center and a 5-minute walk from the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.Straightforward rooms with city views offer flat-screen TVs, WiFi (surcharge) and coffeemakers. Club rooms include access to a lounge with free WiFi, breakfast and snacks. Suites add living rooms, minifridges and pull-out sofas. Upgraded suites feature 4-poster beds, whirlpool tubs and kitchenettes.There's an Italian restaurant and a cafe. Other amenities include an indoor pool, an exercise room and free WiFi in the lobby. There's more than 18,000 sq ft of meeting space, including a ballroom.

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel

This modern downtown hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Raleigh Convention Center and 11 minutes from the Contemporary Art Museum of Raleigh.The subdued rooms have flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, desks and coffeemakers. WiFi is available (fee). Upgraded rooms add iPod docks and access to a lounge offering free continental breakfast and evening appetizers.The property offers a casual restaurant/lounge serving Southern-style food, and a Starbucks coffee bar. There's also a heated indoor pool, a spa and a 24/7 fitness center. Other amenities include free WiFi in the lobby, 15 meeting rooms and a business center.

Diane & Bob

Diane & Bob

D&B

Wedding Day

6:00 PM

Wedding

Reception

Party with Friends!