Wedding Day

St Joseph Catholic School

Ceremony

Warehouse 410

Reception

Our Wedding

Somewhere in our youth, we must have exchanged contact information, though neither of us remembers it. Our first real encounter came during a break at a Sam Rhine Conference at Mater Dei High School. We knew of each other but had never met. Kaelyn said hi to Adam. He didn't respond. Not a great beginning. Despite that rocky start, our paths crossed again on social media. Around that time, the Castle High School soccer team was on a furious run to state. After winning the sectional championship, Adam, jokingly, or perhaps not, hosted a party at Garrett Wood's house and invited his entire social network. Kaelyn received the invite and assumed it was exclusive. She was wrong, but that mistake proved consequential. She never made it to the party. That turned out to be a good thing for three reasons: (1) she had been drinking and wisely chose not to drive; (2) the party was far more subdued than Adam had suggested; and (3) most importantly, missing it provided the opportunity to talk more regularly over the phone and opened a channel of communication between them. After that night, Adam and Kaelyn began talking regularly. From this regular contact came the time for us to go on a date. Adam asked Kaelyn to meet for dinner at the most romantic place in town . . . Moes Southwest Grill. Nothing says love like a boisterous “Welcome to Moes!” Aside from the less-than-ideal location for a first date, we had a great time. We swapped stories, laughed, and got to know each other.  After this date, we continued talking and going on dates. Eventually, Adam mustered the courage to ask Kaelyn to be his girlfriend. She said yes. We continued dating throughout our junior and senior years of high school. Kaelyn traversed through Mater Dei, and Adam through Castle High School. We attended Christmas dances and proms, celebrated the holidays, and crossed many milestones together. And as high school came to an end, a new chapter began. College tested us. The distance between the University of Southern Indiana and Wabash College made us uneasy, but it made us stronger, both individually and together. Kaelyn packed cars full of friends and made the trip to Wabash more times than we can count. That campus holds a special place in our hearts. After four strong years, though, the Wabash era ended. The real world was next. Kaelyn’s selection as an Orr Fellow made the next steps clear: she would move to Indianapolis to begin her career. Adam was heading there, too, for law school. We were elated to be reunited in the same city again. Here, Kaelyn thrived in her new role at work and within the Orr Fellowship. Adam was making the most of law school. Together we explored our new city. Eventually, after the first year of law school, Adam got the balls to pop the question. So that summer after 1L, on June 15, 2024, Adam asked Kaelyn to marry him. She said yes. Wedding planning began, then paused when Kaelyn bought a house in Broad Ripple, the Indianapolis neighborhood we now happily call home. Now we are busy planning our wedding as Kaelyn starts a new career in construction and Adam prepares to take the bar and start his career.

Our Story

Photos

Bayleigh Burress

Annie David

Olivia Stinson

Paige Corrington

Savannah Sullivan

Meghan McCrary

Jenna Purichia

Katie Brookman

Andrew Brookman

Patterson Edris

Quinn Leous

Ben Axel

Liam Patton

Ian Holmberg

Adam Burress

Garrett Wood

Sam Phillips

Will Osborn

Sam Bleisch

Drew Bluthmann

Danny Knopfmeier

Wedding Party

Q + A

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Hyatt Place Evansville/ Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton

Travel

💕 While You’re in Town We’re so thrilled to welcome you to our hometown — Evansville, Indiana! It means the world to have our favorite people here to celebrate this special weekend with us. While you’re in town, we hope you take some time to explore and enjoy a few of the places that make Evansville so dear to our hearts. Whether you’re sipping cocktails downtown, grabbing brunch at a local café, or indulging in a slice (or two) of Kaelyn’s favorite pie, we hope you experience the charm, good food, and friendly faces that make this little river city so special. So come hungry, ready to dance, and excited to make a few new memories — Evansville style! 🌙 Nightlife / Pre–Cocktail Hour Fun If you’re rolling into town early and looking to warm up your dance moves (or just your vocal cords), Evansville’s got you covered! Bud’s Rockin’ Country Bar &amp; Grill – Grab a beer, hit the dance floor, and get your country on! Six Strings – Live music, great vibes, and even better people. MO’s House – A cozy cocktail spot with creative drinks and chill patio energy. Leroy’s Karaoke Bar – For the brave souls ready to belt it out before the big day. Tiki on Main – A downtown favorite for tropical cocktails and good times. Peephole – Laid-back, local, and perfect for a nightcap. St. Joe Tavern – A hometown classic with that neighborhood charm. Bally’s Casino- Test your luck before the special day at the poker table! 🍽 Friday Night Dinner Spots Fuel up before the festivities begin — Evansville has no shortage of delicious options! 2nd Language – Trendy spot with ramen, bao, and a killer cocktail menu. Gerst Haus – German eats, big steins, and a whole lot of fun. Pangea – Global flavors, local flair — perfect for foodies. Samuel’s – Cozy, classic, and great for a relaxed dinner with friends. Los Bravos – Because margaritas always sound like a good idea. Noché – Tapas, cocktails, and that downtown date-night atmosphere. 🍰 Sweet Treats If you’ve got a sweet tooth, we’ve got your back (and Kaelyn has some strong opinions here). Be Happy Pie Company – Kaelyn’s absolute favorite! Homemade pies that live up to the name. Lic’s – A local staple for ice cream, shakes, and childhood nostalgia. Milk &amp; Sugar – For the craft ice cream + bakery combo you didn’t know you needed. ☀️ Breakfast &amp; Brunch Start your morning right before the wedding fun begins! Nellie’s – Classic diner breakfast done right. Kite &amp; Key Café – Trendy spot with great lattes and even better vibes. Donut Bank – Evansville’s donut royalty — grab a box to share (or not!)

Things to Do

Registry

Dress Code

Kaelyn & Adam

Kaelyn & Adam

K&A

Wedding Day

2:00 PM

Ceremony

5:30 PM

Reception