St. Anthony Coptic Orthodox Church

St. Anthony Church Ceremony

The Park Savoy

Wedding Day and Reception

Ceremony

Our Wedding

We always hear that life works in mysterious ways, and love finds you when you least expect it. Our story began in Antigua &amp; Barbuda, the place we planned to learn and prepare for our futures as doctors. Little did we know, this little island would give us so much more. &nbsp;This is the story of how needing to purchase textbooks and Facebook brought two individuals, one from Jersey and one from Brooklyn, together. This is the story of how these two found love.&nbsp; Although Karina was excited, starting medical school was stressful. However, she was determined to succeed and thus began preparing for the year ahead. As the list of books required was extensive and pricey, she began looking at feasible options. One being purchasing secondhand books... As she was scrolling on Facebook, she noticed that a fellow student was selling his books. Not only was he selling the exact items she was in need of, but he was also on the other side of the student housing building. Talk about convenience! As luck would have it, he was online at the exact time as she was, and he came across her profile. His name was Paul. Neither one of us expected a simple transaction would become the start of our life together. &nbsp;"Mesmerized" is the word that best captures that moment. From her beauty, especially her smile and beautiful eyes, Paul was captivated. He couldn’t help himself and decided that he had to message her. Immediately, Karina responds (must have been Paul's beauty), and a plan was made to meet that evening for the transaction to take place. &nbsp;That evening Paul arrives at Karina's place with a large purple suitcase on wheels! Once the deal is made, the two lovebirds (unbeknownst to them at this time) strike up a conversation. Karina mentions that the cost of the food in the country is quite expensive and more than she thought it would be (can’t we all relate at this very moment!). Paul, being the wise young man he is, sees this as an opportunity and offers to take her to a local supermarket on that very same evening, promising reasonable prices. Call it a first date or not, but this was the very moment that our future together began. &nbsp;We have shared so many beautiful moments and as we prepare for our big day, we can’t help but reminisce on our journey. From being students to residents and everything in between, our love for one another has deepened by the day and we are forever grateful that our paths crossed. We simply cannot wait to start this new chapter of our lives, sharing it with those nearest and dearest to our hearts.&nbsp;Cheers to love,Karina &amp; Paul&nbsp;P.S. How random that the homes we had left behind were only an hour away from one another and yet we met on a small island? Talk about never knowing…&nbsp;

True love is never planned and comes when you least expect it

Our Story

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Near Atlantic Health Training CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 161 guestrooms featuring espresso makers and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Florham Park, Archer Hotel Florham Park/Morristown is in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Drew University and Fairleigh Dickinson University.  This 4-star hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Morristown Memorial Hospital and 6 mi (9.7 km) from Livingston Mall.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  College of Saint Elizabeth - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Fairleigh Dickinson University - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Atlantic Health Training Center - 1.6 km / 1 mi  Drew University - 2 km / 1.3 mi  Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi  Museum of Early Trades and Crafts - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi  Morris Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi  Loantaka Brook Reservation - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi  Frelinghuysen Arboretum - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi  Morristown Memorial Hospital - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi  Acorn Hall - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi  Washington's Headquarters Museum - 4.8 km / 3 mi  Morristown City Hall - 5 km / 3.1 mi  Florham Park Roller Rink - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi  Catholic Church of the Assumption - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 31.8 km / 19.7 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 76.6 km / 47.6 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 27.2 km / 16.9 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 38 km / 23.6 mi The preferred airport for Archer Hotel Florham Park/Morristown is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and wedding services.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 5 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy American cuisine at AKB Hotel Bar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Archer Hotel Florham Park / Morristown

Near College of Saint ElizabethStay in one of 186 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.Located in Morristown, Madison Hotel is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute walk of College of Saint Elizabeth and Fairleigh Dickinson University.  This 4-star hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Drew University and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Loantaka Brook Reservation.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  College of Saint Elizabeth - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Fairleigh Dickinson University - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Loantaka Brook Reservation - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi  Morristown Memorial Hospital - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi  Drew University - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi  Atlantic Health Training Center - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi  Seaton Hackney Stables - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi  Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi  St huberts - 3 km / 1.9 mi  Acorn Hall - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi  Washington's Headquarters Museum - 3.3 km / 2 mi  Museum of Early Trades and Crafts - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi  Foundation for Morristown Medical Center - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi  Morristown City Hall - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi  Catholic Church of the Assumption - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 34.4 km / 21.4 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 76.5 km / 47.5 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 6.5 km / 4 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 26.6 km / 16.6 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 39.2 km / 24.4 mi The preferred airport for Madison Hotel is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this Victorian hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 10 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.Grab a bite at G.K.s Red Dog Tavern, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily.

Madison Hotel

Near Livingston MallStay in one of 125 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Livingston, Westminster Hotel is in the mountains, a 5-minute drive from The Funplex and 9 minutes from Turtle Back Zoo.  This 4-star hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from South Mountain Reservation and 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Morristown Memorial Hospital.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Livingston Mall - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi  The Funplex - 3 km / 1.9 mi  Hanover Lanes - 3.2 km / 2 mi  Florham Park Roller Rink - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi  Whippany Railway Museum - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Saint Barnabas Medical Center - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Saint Barnabas Medical Center - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi  Hospital Barnabas - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi  Rockaway River - 8 km / 4.9 mi  Turtle Back Zoo - 8 km / 5 mi  Pleasantdale Chateau - 8 km / 5 mi  South Mountain Reservation - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi  Ukranian American Cultural Center - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Drew University - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Atlantic Health Training Center - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 33.7 km / 20.9 mi John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) - 83.9 km / 52.2 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 68.6 km / 42.6 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 14.3 km / 8.9 mi The preferred airport for Westminster Hotel is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, wedding services, and a picnic area.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a computer station, and express check-out. Planning an event in Livingston? This hotel has facilities measuring 16000 square feet (1486 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy a satisfying meal at The Feathered Fox serving guests of Westminster Hotel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Westminster Hotel

Near Whippany Railway MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 149 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Whippany, Sonesta Select Whippany Hanover is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of The Funplex and Mennen Sports Arena.  This hotel is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Livingston Mall and 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Fairleigh Dickinson University.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Whippany Railway Museum - 1.7 km / 1 mi  Hanover Lanes - 1.7 km / 1 mi  The Funplex - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi  Pinch Brook Golf Course - 3.3 km / 2 mi  Florham Park Roller Rink - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi  Ukranian American Cultural Center - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  Frelinghuysen Arboretum - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Livingston Mall - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi  Museum of Early Trades and Crafts - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi  Atlantic Health Training Center - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi  College of Saint Elizabeth - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi  Acorn Hall - 8 km / 5 mi  Drew University - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi  Washington's Headquarters Museum - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Mennen Sports Arena - 9.1 km / 5.6 mi  The nearest airports are:Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 30.1 km / 18.7 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 72 km / 44.7 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 20.4 km / 12.7 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 42.8 km / 26.6 mi The preferred airport for Sonesta Select Whippany Hanover is Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a communal living room, and a vending machine.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Whippany? This hotel has facilities measuring 1205 square feet (112 square meters), including conference space. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).At Sonesta Select Whippany Hanover, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. To-go breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Sonesta Select Whippany Hanover

Near Ukranian American Cultural CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 135 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with queen sofa beds. 55-inch Smart televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and separate sitting areas.Located in Whippany, Hyatt House Parsippany/Whippany is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Parsippany Main Library and The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms.  This hotel is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Ukranian American Cultural Center and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Mennen Sports Arena.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Ukranian American Cultural Center - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi  Parsippany Main Library - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi  The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi  Frelinghuysen Arboretum - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi  Mennen Sports Arena - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Historic Speedwell - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Whippany Railway Museum - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi  Anchor Golf Center - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi  Hand & Stone Massage And Facial Spa - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi  Morris Corporate Center - 8.1 km / 5.1 mi  Schuyler-Hamilton House - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi  Cascata The Spa, by Absolute Image - 8.3 km / 5.1 mi  Hanover Lanes - 8.4 km / 5.2 mi  Macculloch Hall - 8.6 km / 5.4 mi  Inline Morristown - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 37.9 km / 23.5 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 69.9 km / 43.4 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 10.6 km / 6.6 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 22.3 km / 13.8 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 43.6 km / 27.1 mi The preferred airport for Hyatt House Parsippany/Whippany is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the complimentary area shuttle.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Whippany? This hotel has facilities measuring 1131 square feet (105 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Hyatt House Parsippany / Whippany

Near Morris MuseumMake yourself at home in one of the 132 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.When you stay at HYATT House Morristown in Morristown, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Morris Museum and Morristown Memorial Hospital.  This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Drew University and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Washington's Headquarters Museum.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  College of Saint Elizabeth - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Morris Museum - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi  Fairleigh Dickinson University - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi  Acorn Hall - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi  Frelinghuysen Arboretum - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi  Washington's Headquarters Museum - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi  Morristown Memorial Hospital - 3.1 km / 1.9 mi  Atlantic Health Training Center - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi  Drew University - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi  Florham Park Roller Rink - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi  Morristown City Hall - 4 km / 2.5 mi  Inline Morristown - 4 km / 2.5 mi  Morristown Green - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi  Mayo Performing Arts Center - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  Catholic Church of the Assumption - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 30.1 km / 18.7 mi LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 74 km / 46 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 25.2 km / 15.7 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 35.9 km / 22.3 mi The preferred airport for HYATT House Morristown is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Morristown? This hotel has facilities measuring 1131 square feet (105 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of HYATT House Morristown, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Karina & Paul

Karina & Paul

K&P

St. Anthony Church Ceremony

Wedding Day and Reception