5th & Taylor

Rehearsal Dinner

The Bridge Building Event Spaces

Wedding Day

Summer

Adults-Only Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

From my eyes… Our story is far from ordinary. It all started with a classic boy-meets-girl scenario but with a twist. He was instantly smitten, while I remained blissfully unaware and awkward. Then, fate intervened, our paths crossed, and he bought me a drink. Five minutes into our relationship he flew me to Pittsburgh to meet 500 people. I knew instantly that Jess was unlike anyone I had ever known – passionate about many things, a teacher of all things, and the best person to have in your life. And I could not love him more. Soon, I found myself immersed in a world full of food, movies, Italians, Eminem, and ... anime. We survived long distances, weathered the challenges of COVID, and conquered a 2.5-year engagement. Our relationship is built on trust, understanding, acceptance, and a whole lot of driving. It is true what they say, though, distance makes the heart grow fonder. And now, 221,000 miles later, I know every hour was worth it. Sometimes, the most unexpected journey leads you exactly where you are meant to be. That is the beauty of fate – it simply happens.&nbsp; From my eyes… The first time I walked past her office, I happened to gaze in and saw her smile. I did not get to appreciate much of what I have come to love about her, but I was immediately captivated. Then for the first time, I witnessed her strut in her heels. The next first time was her laugh. And with each first time, I started to develop … feelings. So many so, that it turned into an unwavering love. The day that I knew, was when she was looking into my eyes after I gave her a charm from my necklace, and I called her my soul mate. I felt in every fiber of my body she was the one for me. She is my world and means everything to me. From our eyes… We very much look forward to the joining of our families, as we start to create a family of our own…

Our Story

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"I’m not great at the advice. Can I interest you in a sarcastic comment?”

Katie Lightsey

Phil DeSimone

"I tend to keep talking until somebody stops me."

Liv Outlaw

"I'm kind of a big deal. People know me. I'm very important. I have many leather-bound books and my apartment smells of rich mahogany."

Jeffrey Bloom

"Now, I need you to be careful and efficient. And remember, if I am harsh with you, it is only because you're doing it wrong."

Kristin Theus

“Alice, are you blind? Don’t you see the family resemblance? That’s my brother.”

Donte Scott

“Oh, I wish I could, but I don’t want to."

Taylor Lightsey

“Just when I think you couldn’t possibly be any dumber, you go and do something like this… and TOTALLY redeem yourself.”

Jared Raszewski

"I have no idea what's going on, but I am excited." 

Clara Theus

"I'm going to make him an offer he can't refuse."

Josef Raszewski

Wedding Party

Registry

Nashville International Airport

Guests can access the site using the link below to book, modify, or cancel a reservation until&nbsp;June 1, 2025.

Courtyard Nashville Downtown

Guest can access the site suing the link below to book, modify, or cancel a reservation until July 14, 2025. Click Book Now and enter the dates and group code (MB19). Guests are also welcome to call into our reservations line to book and reference the group code (G-MB19) or the full group name. They can be reached at 615-622-0600.

Jesse & Ashley

Jesse & Ashley

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