Wedding Day

Middletown Christian Church

Ceremony

Daylight Church

Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

John and Beth’s love story started online. Yes, online! Beth accidentally swiped left initially, but felt compelled by John’s bio to pay $4.99 for premium benefits to gain the ability to go back and find John to swipe right….It was a match! She sent a “😍” emoji to start off the convo and the rest was history. From the first phone call to the first date it was meant to be. They hit it off instantly! They were immediately connected! Their initial conversation was light, sweet, and filled with flirtatious banter. Beth was drawn to John’s sense of humor, and he was intrigued by her quirky wittiness. As their chats evolved, they realized they had much more in common than they initially thought. They were both big nerds who enjoyed comic cons, had a shared love for cosplaying, and were avid fans of Batman. Their first date was at Dave &amp; Busters where they could be the big kids they are, together. The chemistry was undeniable, and it wasnt long before their relationship blossomed. They started going on weekend trips out of town, Ghostbusters events, and even attending a comic con together in Lexington, KY. Over time, their connection deepened as they shared their dreams, goals, and aspirations. They became each others confidants and best friends, supporting one another through life’s many challenges. They learned to appreciate each other more, and grow together as a couple. As the months passed, their love for each other continued to flourish, and they knew they had found something truly special. John proposed to Beth on Christmas through an adorable scavenger hunt he and her kids set up for her. Their wedding day is a celebration of their adorable love story. It is a reminder that sometimes, love can be just a swipe away, and that extraordinary connections can be forged in the most unexpected places. John and Beth’s journey from a simple swipe online to a lifelong commitment is a heartwarming example of how love can be found in the digital age. They are both happy and excited to have their friends and family join them in commemorating their love on their special day.

It All Started With a Swipe…

Our Story

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Kathryn and Beth became quick and close friends through the funniest of circumstances. Despite how they met, they became best friends. Kathryn is a skilled RN and currently works in hospice nursing for terminal veterans. 

Kathryn Bylica

Amira is Beth’s first born daughter and oldest of all her children. She is starting her sophomore year at Columbia College, majoring in Education, and aspires to be a teacher.

Amira Jones

Zaylie is Beth’s second daughter and middle child. She recently finished out her senior year of high school and is all set to go to University of Minnesota-Duluth, premed, majoring in Biochemistry.

Zaylie Jones

Marge and Beth have been great friends since their teens and throughout the years. Marge currently serves in the US Army, and has for the past several years. Thank you for your service, Bestie!

Margurie Evans

India is Beth’s former coworker. They braved the pandemic together at Baptist Health and became good friends. India was recently blessed with 2 daughters and is enjoying her new role as a Mommy. 

India Nelson

From the time John spotted Peacock from across the Bardstown Arts and Crafts fair it was the real thing. A love for Ghostbusters brought these two brothers from another mother together. Kindred spirits from the very beginning, Peacock has been Gritt's rock through so many of life's trials. It's our honor to have him standing with us on the best day of John's life. 

Jonathon Peacock

When a weary and pensive John started his job it was Matt who first came and sat with him at lunch. From there Matt went on to be described as "one of the best human beings I know" by John. From his motivation, support and inspiration, to being an amazing leader and collaborator Matt has had a long lasting impact on John. We couldn't be happier to have him with us on our special day. 

Matthew Langston

Xander is the youngest child of Beth, and her only son. He is getting ready to start his freshman year of high school and continue playing football for the South Oldham Dragons.

Xander Jones

Foster is John’s son and only kiddo. He is getting ready to go in to 5th grade and just signed up for football this year!

John & Beth

John & Beth

Registry

Thank you so much for your gift! It truly means a lot to us.

-The Grittons

Registry

Thank you so much for your gift! It truly means a lot to us. -The Grittons

Thank you so much for your gift! It truly means a lot to us.

-The Grittons