Wedding Day

Ceremony

Morenas Event Venue

Reception

Our Wedding

We first met in March of 2018!Jacob followed me on Instagram and hearted a few pics! I messaged him first and asked for his snapchat! 🤣Our first date was downtown Grand Rapids &amp; then onto Steak &amp; Shake!We have been inseparable ever since!October 7th, 2019 = Dating anniversaryApril 12, 2025 = Jacob made it OFFICAL by proposing in Holland Michigan!10.23.2026 We say "I DO" and will begin our next chapter!! Looking forward to spending the rest of my life with my Best Friend &lt;3

Our 1st Picture 🥰

Our Story

Photos

This girl has been my best friend since 7th grade!!
She is very out-going & has the most contagious laugh! 
Tawney loves to be outdoors and is always down for new adventures! Chicago is our 2nd home!! From live podcast tours, comedy shows, or concerts, we always find something fun to do so we can head to the Windy City! She has been one of my biggest supporters over the last 22 years! I love that she is such a great role model and helps me to stay motivated! Tawney is a Dog mom, coffee addict, book lover, thrifty shopper, summer junkie, boss lady, fitness goddess & the best auntie! Dunkin, Library, Goodwill & brunch is forever calling our names! I am extremely Blessed to have her standing next to me on my wedding day! 

Tawney Paszkowski

Soon to be sisters! 
She is Jacobs  older TWIN sister!! 
Janay is very loyal, caring, & self efficient. 
She loves spending time with friends & family.  Dog mom to the cutest corgi named Penny!! This girl is outgoing, loves to make TikTok's, makes the best 7 layer salad, and always willing to help out!  She lives for concerts, Chicago trips. sporting events, games & dinner outings! She is a beautiful soul and I am very thankful to have her by my side for my special day & call her my sister! 

Janay Traylor 

We have worked together for 8 years! 
She is not only a great coworker but also a friend I will cherish forever! Cass is an amazing mom to her son and 2 dogs! I can always count on her to listen to my life and work problems! She is always ready to have a girls day, go get something to eat, & is down for an adventure. Whether we are at work, taking a class, doing skills training, or on a coffee run, you will always see us together! Excited to have her stand beside me on my special day! 

Cassondra Egeler

From day one this girl and I hit it off instantly! We met through our men being great friends! Larisa is outgoing, fun to be around, loves her family, and is a wonderful mom to her two young children! Her friendship over the last 6 years has been a blessing, & I love how much her faith, husband and family mean to her. God brought her into my life at the right time!  I am excited to have her standing by my side!

Larisa Amoros

Soon to be sisters! Kate is married to Jacobs older brother, and has been a great friend to me over the years! She is an amazing mom to my two beautiful nieces and nephew! Always ready for a good time! Love going on double dates with her & Steve!  Fitness, Family, Coffee and God keep her going! She is a great motivator & always willing to help! I am very excited to have her standby my side on my wedding day! 

Kate Traylor

Jacob's best friend & fishing buddy! 
He is pretty cool for a msu fan! 

Daryl Watts

High School best friend & basketball teammate

Nick Staten

Carlos Amoros

Steve Traylor 

Wedding Party

Q + A

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Located within 8 miles of Van Andel Arena and 8.3 miles of Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids Wyoming has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Wyoming. Located around 8.3 miles from Grand Rapids Art Museum, the hotel with free WiFi is also 8.5 miles away from Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum. The hotel has an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, rooms have a closet. The rooms come with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge. All rooms at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids Wyoming come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet breakfast. A business center and a gym are available at the property as well as free private parking. Devos Hall is 8.7 miles from TownePlace Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids Wyoming, while DeVos Place is 8.8 miles from the property. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 11 miles away.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids Wyoming

Located in Wyoming, 10 miles from Van Andel Arena, Hyatt Place Grand Rapids South provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available at Hyatt Place Grand Rapids South. Guests can use the business center or relax in the snack bar. Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus is 10 miles from the accommodation, while Grand Rapids Art Museum is 10 miles away. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 12 miles from the property.

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids-South

Featuring a bar, Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East is located 1969 feet from Calvin College. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, gift shop and hot tub. The property is located a 14-minute walk from Orbit Room. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Guests can enjoy the property's on site restaurant. The Garden Grille is open for breakfast and dinner. Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids Airp offers a business center for guest use. The 24-hour front desk can offer helpful tips for getting around the area. Aquinas College is 3.1 mi from the accommodations. Gerald R Ford Airport is 4.3 mi away.

Hilton Garden Inn Grand Rapids East

Home2 Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids Airport is located in Kentwood, within 2.2 miles of Calvin College and 2.8 miles of Forest Hills Fine Arts Center. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers free shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel has a terrace and an indoor pool. The rooms come with air conditioning, a TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a bath or shower, free toiletries and a desk. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, while certain accommodations at the hotel also feature a seating area. The rooms will provide guests with a dishwasher. Guests at Home2 Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids Airport can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Frederik Meijer Gardens is 5.7 miles from the accommodation, while Aquinas College is 6.1 miles from the property. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 1.9 miles away.

Home2 Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids Airport

Located in Kentwood and with Forest Hills Fine Arts Center reachable within 2.4 miles, Tru By Hilton Grand Rapids Airport provides a fitness center, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. At the hotel guests are welcome to use an indoor swimming pool. You can play pool at Tru By Hilton Grand Rapids Airport. Calvin College is 2.7 miles from the accommodation, while Frederik Meijer Gardens is 7.1 miles away. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

Tru by Hilton Grand Rapids Airport

Travel

Horrocks is right across the street from our Wedding Venue!

Horrocks Market

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

John Ball Zoo

Grand Rapids is absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!So many fun things to do &amp; explore downtown GR!

Downtown Grand Rapids

Things to Do

Registry 

Fall in Michigan is absolutely beautiful! Be prepared for any type of weather. October is either warm or it will be on the colder side! Anything is possible!!

Kara & Jacob

Kara & Jacob

K&J

Wedding Day

Reception