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St. Francis on the Brazos

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We warmly invite you to celebrate the union of our marriage and share in this joyous occasion with us.

Our Wedding

It all began on the first day of our Senior year. Our first date was filled with excitement and nerves as we enjoyed a practical dinner at Raising Cane's followed by the movie "The Invitation". Since then, Eli and I have shared countless dates and adventures together, weathered life's storms; and have done our best to fill our moments together creating memories that will be with us forever. On our one- year anniversary, Eli surprised me with a beautiful promise ring, a heartfelt symbol of his commitment to our future together. Little did I know then that in twelve months he would solidify that promise by getting down on one knee.So, it was during our unforgettable two- year anniversary trip, that he took my breath away by proposing to me in a moment filled with so much love and emotion. Now, together we embrace an unbreakable vow to love each other unconditionally, knowing that our bond grows stronger every day. We ask that you please join us in celebrating our extraordinary love for each other on May 24th 2025.

Our Story 

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Tani and the Bride connected at Avenue Five Institute during their cosmetology program and quickly connected. Tani has been a dedicated and loyal friend along the way and is very honored to be the Bride's Maid of Honor. 

Tani

Mikayla and the Bride formed  a connection at work, just like many of us do. 

Mikayla

Megan is an Aunt of the Bride. She is a busy mom of two.

Megan

Mia is the Groom's sister. The bride loves to take Mia shopping all the time 

Halle is the Bride's sister. Halle is a dedicated and metaled gymnast entering her fifth gymnastic season; and is currently exploring band and choir.

Halle

Justin is the groom’s best friend. They’ve been friends for over 15 years and counting. Justin is in the United States Air Force. 

Justin

Trent and the groom met in highschool and have been friends ever since. Trent attend college in Tennessee.

Trent 

Peyton and the groom have been friends since high school. Peyton, Justin, and the groom have gone on many trips together and always have a great time.

Peyton

Landon is the Bride's brother. He loves building his own things with legos, playing minecraft and fortnite.

Landon

This is the grooms little brother, they love doing boy things together, especially nerf battles in the house

Nico

Kailyn is the Bride's youngest sister. She loves anything girly and pink, playing volleyball.

Kailyn

Gianna is the Groom's youngest sister. She loves crafting and has a talent for drawing.

Gianna

Wedding Party

Q + A

Near Magnolia Market at the SilosStay in one of 195 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Hilton Waco, you'll be centrall

Hilton Waco

Near Magnolia Market at the SilosMake yourself at home in one of the 118 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided.With a stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown - Bay

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Waco Downtown Baylor

Near Magnolia Market at the SilosMake yourself at home in one of the 78 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.With a stay at Residence Inn Wac

Residence Inn Waco

In Waco (Cesar Chavez)Make yourself at home in one of the 105 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, while 43-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Home2 Suite

Home2 Suites by Hilton Waco

Travel

Registry

A little about Waco, Texas.Waco is a city on the rise, and it has long offered enough to keep visitors busy for days. Mountain bike or hike in Cameron Park, explore Magnolia Market and other downtown boutiques, restaurants and breweries. Stroll the cultural district. Walk across the historic Suspension Bridge, where the hooves of cattle followed the Chisholm and Shawnee Trails. Come for a weekend, a day, a week, whatever!&nbsp;Enjoy everything Waco has to offer. For more information or resources go to:destinationwaco.org

Hours of OperationMagnolia Market, Shops and the Silos, Magnolia Home, Silos Baking Co.: Mon-Sat. 9a-6pMagnolia Press: Mon-Sat. 7a-6pMagnolia Table: 7a-3pLittle Shop on Bosque: 10a-5p The popular TV stars, Chip and Joanna Gaines, own several businesses in Waco including the Magnolia Market at the Silos, Magnolia Table, Magnolia Press, Silos Baking Co., The Little Shop on Bosque,&nbsp;and Magnolia Realty. In addition, they have product lines for furniture, furnishings, paint, and home decor line at Target. They have several best-selling books. Due to their popularity, the Magnolia Silos became an instant attraction as soon as their doors opened in October 2015. Thousands of visitors make the trek to the Silos each week hoping to catch a glimpse of Chip and Joanna or find some of the great decorative items featured on the show. In addition to the Magnolia Market, visitors can play games on the lawn, grab a bite to eat in the food truck park, have a tasty cupcake at Silos Baking Co., or take a stroll through the garden and shop at Magnolia Seed &amp; Supply. Special events are held regularly at the Silos, including Spring at the Silos (March), Silobration (October), and Christmas at the Silos (December). Past events have included artisan vendor booths, tours of the grounds, and concerts.

Magnolia Market

Visit the original home of Dr Pepper and enjoy two buildings of exhibits, including three floors in the historic bottling plant. Book one of the popular experiences like Make-A-Soda, Taste-A-Soda, the Extreme Pepper Experience, and the Paranormal Tour. All experiences must be booked ONLINE in advance, but admission tickets must be bought at the front desk when you arrive. Make sure you visit the gift shop and soda fountain for a Dr Pepper float! The Dr Pepper Museum is an independent nonprofit history museum and is not owned or operated by Keurig Dr Pepper, the parent company of Dr Pepper. Dr Pepper Museum HoursMonday – Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PMSunday: Noon – 5:30 PM Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day. Check drpeppermuseum.com for special events and extended summer hou

Dr Pepper Museum

Monday through Saturday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Sunday – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. This award-winning natural-habitat zoo celebrates the spirit of wild animals with its free-form surroundings and progressive attitude. The lush grasses and natural shelters provided for the animals create an at-home feel for species from around the globe.In the Cameron Park Zoo visitors will see tortoises from the Galapagos Islands, birds from Africa, and&nbsp;lions. The Herpetarium takes visitors into a world of waterfalls and crocodiles and spiders and plants—all colorfully and thoroughly explained by educational plaques throughout the exhibit.The Brazos River Country exhibit follows the footsteps of early Spanish explorers who searched for the seven cities of gold along the Brazos River – featuring the flora and fauna from the Gulf of Mexico to the Caprock Regions of West Texas.Experience in the Asian Forest expansion at Cameron Park Zoo. Beginning your journey at the Sumatran tiger habitat, you will slowly be elevated into the mid-canopy level of the trees where you may catch a glimpse of a rare orangutan,&nbsp;&nbsp;hear the roar of a waterfall as it gushes from a ruined temple aquifer and&nbsp;look into the temple’s altar where the Komodo dragon rests.

Cameron Park Zoo

The 416-acre park, a gift of the William Cameron family, features towering live oaks, stunning bluffs overlooking the Brazos and Bosque Rivers, and a National Recreation Trail system. Mountain bikers, hikers, and equestrians share the park with disc golfers, picnickers, and bird watchers. Cameron Park is one of Waco’s greatest treasures, and it’s yours to explore.<a href="https://www.waco-texas.com/files/sharedassets/public/v/1/departments/parks-amp-recreation/documents/cameron-park-trail-system-map_2016.pdf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cameron Park Trail System Map (pdf)</a><a href="http://cameronparkwaco.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cameronparkwaco.com</a>University Parks Dr. and MLK Dr., along the Brazos RiverHours:&nbsp;6 a.m. to midnight,&nbsp;open dailyNo admission charge.Anniversary Park is ADA-accessible.

Eli & Emily

Eli & Emily

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