Saint Kateri 

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

April 2014, EMS&nbsp;appreciation week.&nbsp; Elizabeth was working for Pure Wellness Center, a local Chiropractor's office, as a Marketing Manager. She decided Emergency&nbsp;Medical&nbsp;Services&nbsp;appreciation week was a great time to go over to American Medial Response (AMR, the local EMS) and provide the Emergency Medical Technicians with free chair massages and chiropractic screenings. After James’ screening Elizabeth knew she needed to get him in the office for some chiropractic care. About a week after the event she called him, and to her surprise he agreed to come in! After several weeks and months of chatting every time James came in for his chiropractic treatments, Elizabeth was leaving Pure Wellness Center to begin her career with Los Angeles Superior Court. On her last day she was determined to give her phone number to James so they could continue their chats but she was too nervous and forgot. As she was lamenting to her co-worker, Heather, Heather knew exactly what she needed to do. At James' next appointment Heather asked him if he was single and if he would like Elizabeth's phone number. Fortunately for both Elizabeth and James, he said YES!&nbsp; The next day when Elizabeth received a text from James she was all smiles and so excited. Weeks of texting all day, every day, lead to a first date on December 29, 2014. And the rest, as they say, is history!&nbsp;

How We Met

Starting in summer 2017&nbsp;James began asking Elizabeth what type&nbsp;of ring she wanted, what were her likes and dislikes. Elizabeth, of course, expressed that, while of course she wanted a pretty ring, that wasn't what was most important to her. James&nbsp;had&nbsp;spent countless hours looking online and in store shopping. Elizabeth thought for sure Christmas would be the day. But&nbsp;Christmas came and went so Elizabeth again thought for sure&nbsp;he would ask at New Years...&nbsp;nope. Then came James' first trip to Ohio, maybe then? Nope. Well now, with Valentine's Day looming around the corner she didn't want to get her hopes up... until James texted on a random Tuesday to ask if Elizabeth wanted to go hiking on Saturday. James never asks Elizabeth to go hiking... She knew that something was brewing.&nbsp; Some may say that the lack of surprise ruins the moment, but Elizabeth honestly feels like the day could not have been more perfect. After working a brief overtime shift Elizabeth returned home, changed into her hiking gear, and James, Elizabeth, Tessa, and Buckley set out to hike the 5mile loop at Towsley Canyon. Once the group reached the look out point on the backside of Towsley Canyon, Elizabeth noticed Tessa and Buckley had fallen quite a bit behind. "THIS&nbsp;IS&nbsp;IT&nbsp;!" she thought, so&nbsp;excited for what she had been eagerly anticipating for several months now. When she turned to look at James he was down on one knee (in the dirt no less). While her heart was beating too fast to remember James' exact words, she already knew the answer, without hesitation, "YES!"&nbsp; Lots of photographs later, the group headed down the hill. But James had a few actual surprises up his sleeve. On the way home Elizabeth and James stopped by Ana and Craig's where they were surprised with a champagne toast. Once home and cleaned up Elizabeth and James headed out to dinner. Elizabeth was told, dress nice, there is a dress code, but nothing else. It wasn't until they were rounding the corner on the parking lot Elizabeth discovered they were headed to Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, a very rare treat. Elizabeth and James enjoyed a wonderful dinner with their Maid of Honor, Tessa, and Best Man Carlos.&nbsp; February 3, 2018&nbsp;&nbsp;was a wonderful day, and a perfect way to begin their engagement.&nbsp;

The Big Question

Our Story

Details

Carlos and James met while working at AMR, within a short time of working together James knew they would become close friends. James has been able to count on Carlos for last 6 years, and knows there are many more years of good times to come.&nbsp;

Carlos Ultreras

Tessa and Elizabeth&nbsp;have been friends since 2004, they&nbsp;met over summer at Show Choir camp and became instant friends! They&nbsp;have been practically inseparable since. Through many years of countless shenanigans Tessa has always stood by Elizabeth's&nbsp;side and helped her&nbsp;navigate this crazy thing called life. 

Tessa Walker

Kevin and James are brothers, just 18 months apart, growing up they enjoyed playing football and watching wrestling together. These days Kevin lives in San Antonio but James and Kevin have maintained a close relationship with frequent phone calls about their favorite sports teams and whatever else life throws their way.&nbsp;

Kevin Furedi

Danette and Elizabeth&nbsp;have been friends almost since birth! They&nbsp;first met when Danette's&nbsp;mom, Cathie, was Elizabeth's&nbsp;babysitter at 6 months, and they&nbsp;were reintroduced at 5 when Elizabeth's&nbsp;family moved to Valencia and across the street from Danette and her family. Through 30 years of&nbsp;thick and thin Elizabeth and Danette&nbsp;always been able to count on each other for love and support.

Danette Batenhorst 

Brandon and James met in 2007&nbsp;while working together at Guido's delivering pizza. They hit it off right away with a shared love of heavy metal and sports. Brandon has been a loyal and dependable friend for over 11 years.&nbsp;

Brandon Connella

Bethany and Elizabeth&nbsp;have been friends since their&nbsp;days at Placerita Junior High. Through mutual friends Bethany and Elizabeth&nbsp;became much closer during their&nbsp;shared open periods in high school. Bethany has remained a kind, funny and faithful friend&nbsp;through out the years. She has always inspired Elizabeth, most recently to run a marathon!&nbsp;

Bethany Bryski 

Amanda and Elizabeth&nbsp;met when Elizabeth&nbsp;transferred to work at the Santa Clarita Courthouse. Amanda was the first person to introduce herself and show Elizabeth&nbsp;around, she&nbsp;knew right then Amanda&nbsp;&nbsp;was an amazingly kind and thoughtful person. Amanda has been there for Elizabeth&nbsp;since&nbsp;day 1&nbsp;with words of encouragement and&nbsp;a shoulder to cry&nbsp;on as they&nbsp;experience the growing pains of their&nbsp;careers as well as life.&nbsp;

Amanda Wells 

Ryan and James met in 2008 through some mutual friends. Ryan and James's shared love of sports has been the foundation for a life long friendship. James knows he can call on Ryan anytime to help with whatever needs doing.&nbsp;

Ryan Morton 

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Q + A

*This is only hotel we have set-up a room block.*

To book a room at the special group rate:

1. Go to Hyatt.com

2. Enter Valencia, CA&nbsp;in the city field&nbsp;

3. Select the dates for the stay (Saturday June 29)

4. Click Special Rates

5. Choose "corporate or group code" and type&nbsp;G-CAPE.&nbsp;

We selected the Hyatt for proximity to not only the ceremony and reception but also for things to do in Santa Clarita. There are several restaurants and plenty of shopping within walking distance. Magic Mountain is about a 5 minute&nbsp;drive. The hotel is located in the center of town so most things are within about 15 minutes and easy to uber or lyft.&nbsp;

Hyatt Regency Valencia

Travel

Magic Mountain

"The mall" complete with tons of shopping and lots of good food.&nbsp;

Westfield Valencia Town Center

One of our&nbsp;favorite places in hike in SCV, also where we took our engagement photos! &nbsp;

Elizabeth & James

Elizabeth & James

Photos