Wedding Day

St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church

Ceremony

Ballroom at Ellis Preserve

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Schedule

Who would have thought that a man from Scottsdale, Arizona, and a woman from Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, would find each other and fall in love? Our journey first began at Saint Joseph's University ("Saint Joe's"), where we both attended college. Fate brought us to Saint Joe's. Connor received a full-tuition scholarship to study insurance, and Erica followed in her parents' footsteps, attending the same college where they both earned their MBAs. We first crossed paths as freshmen during English 101. At the time, we did not speak to each other. Connor thought that Erica was too social and outgoing, and Erica thought that Connor was too serious and studious. It was not until sophomore year at a fraternity-sorority event when we finally struck up a conversation. We kept looking at each other, but it was Erica who made the first move and approached Connor. After the event, we would occasionally see each other on campus, but no romance blossomed. As fate would have it, the COVID-19 pandemic sent us home; Connor to Scottsdale, Arizona, and Erica to Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. Despite the distance, we stayed connected through endless text messages, phone calls, and FaceTimes. Erica got Connor's phone number by asking him to play GamePigeon. Our game of choice was darts. It was then when we realized how much we had in common with each other. When we returned to Saint Joe's in Fall 2020, our bond grew even stronger. Connor officially asked Erica to be his girlfriend on November 23, 2020. Over the next two years, we made many memories together. Our adventures continued after graduation in May 2022, leading us to move within five minutes of each other in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. On September 17, 2022, our family grew when we adopted our sweet mini-labradoodle puppy named Polly. Since then, and as a family, we celebrated Erica earning her M.Ed. in Special Education and Connor earning his JD and MBA and passing the Bar Exam. It only made sense that Connor tricked Erica and brought her back to Saint Joe's to "pop the question." It was a heartwarming and emotional moment. We are beyond thrilled to be engaged and embark on the next chapter of our lives. We look forward to celebrating our "happily ever after" with all of you: Our closest family members and friends.

Our Story

The Beginning

Post-College Graduation

Our Accomplishments

Engagement at Saint Joe's

Photoshoot at Parque

Life with Polly

Photos

James Fisher

Caye Pazulski

Steven Hall

Bella Grungo

Corey Blackledge

Emma Dunham

Liam Lyons

Kate Horvat

Matthew Hentz, Esquire

Kylee Niroda

Kevin Walsh Jr., Esquire

Kaylee Nemetz

Nick Braunlinger

Paige Ott

Steve Braunlinger

Riley Tuffy

Zoe Braunlinger

Polly Rose

Maggie Braunlinger

Mary Jacob, Esquire

Wedding Party

This hotel is located two (2) minutes from the reception venue and ten (10) minutes from the ceremony venue. This hotel is also where the afterparty will be hosted. There is complimentary onsite parking. If you call to make a reservation, mention the Braunlinger Thomson Wedding. Reservations must be made no later than September 9, 2026.

AC Hotel Newtown Square

This hotel is located three (3) minutes from the reception venue and ten (10) minutes from the ceremony venue. There is complimentary onsite parking. If you call to make a reservation, mention the Braunlinger Thomson Wedding. Reservations must be made no later than September 9, 2026.

Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square Radnor

This airport is located thirty (30) minutes from both venues.

Philadelphia International Airport

This train station is located thirty (30) minutes from both venues and is a major hub for Amtrak and SEPTA Regional Rail lines.

William H. Gray 30th Street Train Station

Travel

This is a great spot to dine and/or shop. Dining options include, but are not limited to, LaScala's Fire, Sedona Taphouse, First Watch, Chipotle, CAVA, and, of course, Wawa. Two miles away, straight down West Chester Pike, is Charlotte's Restaurant, which we love and frequent.

The Shops at Ellis Preserve

This is a great spot to dine and/or shop. Our favorite restaurant in Downtown Media is Fellini Cafe. Just outside of Downtown Media is DiFabio's Market &amp; Tap, which we love and frequent.

Downtown Media

Tickets are required and may be purchased either in advance or at the door.

Longwood Gardens

Things to Do

Registry

Erica & Connor

Erica & Connor

E&C

Wedding Day

3:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM

Reception