Rehearsal Lunch

Bakers Ranch

Wedding Day

Ceremony and Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

This love story began after a summer of working together at Sun Splash family water park. The two were merely acquaintances at work, each with their own group of friends. However, that didn't stop Katie from noticing Andrews beautiful bright blue eyes. Once school started back up in the fall, Katie was a junior and Andrew was a sophomore. Katie messaged Andrew on Instagram and asked if he was at homecoming. She was feeling brave and ready to ask Andrew to dance with her. He didn’t respond for a few days until finally he responded “no.” That was all.&nbsp;After Andrews witty sarcastic response, they still somehow continued the conversation from there. They began with a first date to Dennys (Katies choice), having breakfast for dinner (their favorite)! Then ice skating, meeting each others friends, and families. Before they knew it, it was October 3, 2015, Andrew and Katie were laying on the trampoline in Andrews backyard looking up at the stars when Andrew asked Katie to be his girlfriend.&nbsp;

Where it all started...

Andrew and Katie were ecstatic with the opportunity to go to Maui, Hawaii in January 2022 with her mom and step dad. Once they knew they were going to Hawaii, Andrew immediately got to planning. At this point, Katie and Andrew have been together 6 years. Theres nothing they dont know about each other. Yet, Katie truly had no idea throughout the entire thing. She was in complete denial that this could possibly be his moment. She believed from previous conversations he might not ask her for at least another year or two. Andrew wanted to wait to get married until he was settled into his career. When planning this trip, Andrew went above and beyond buying Katie a whole new wardrobe for the vacation. Katie didnt ask questions, she just relished in the joy of it all. She did ask questions while on the island, asking for Andrews phone to look at some pictures. He was a little secretive which caught Katie by surprise. He told her he had already starting planning for her birthday (in April) and he didnt want her to see anything that could give away his surprise. Katie was a little shocked that he would be planning her birthday so early but just laughed and shrugged it off. While enjoying their vacation, Andrew surprised Katie with a sunset photoshoot on Wailea-Makena beach. He said “When will we ever be in Hawaii again?! Let’s get pictures taken!” Katie still has no idea... They arrive at the beach and meet the photographer. Who point blank asked Katie if she had any extra jewelry she wanted to take off. She was wearing her grandmothers emerald ring on her right hand and the promise ring Andrew gave her on her left hand. Katie said nahh and never gave it another thought. Halfway through the shoot, the photographer had Katie pose towards the water. He told her to hold this pose for what felt like a century. Katie felt as though they must have forgotten about her or maybe he was just getting different angles. All while Andrew fumbled behind her trying to get the ring out of his pocket. Finally, Katie was told she could turn back and there Andrew was, on one knee with a diamond ring in his hand. So many emotions ran through them as those next words were spoken and Andrew asked Will you marry me?

Sooooo how did he pop the question?!?!

Our Story

Photos

Katelyn McGlaughlin

Amanda Ringling

Olivia Gabehart

Kristina Gosling

Cayleigh Gosling (Linares)

Ashley Ogilvie

Ally Balzano

Kristen Maycroft

Chris Gosling

Matthew Maycroft

Tyler Gabehart

Dylan Linares 

Robert Gosling

Jeremiah Cullison 

Brian Ogilvie 

Dakota Kayatta

Wedding Party

January is a busy time of year in Florida! Everyone wants to get away from the cold. Don't forget to book your hotel early! You have a bomb wedding to attend ;)Some of the hotels listed are in the downtown area with lots of food and shopping within walking distance. If you aren't worried about that, shop around and find the best place for you! Remember to always book directly through the hotel website and never from a third party! If you run into any issues getting a hotel, there are lots of great airbnbs! Reach out to us if you have any issues and please let us know when you have booked something. We can't wait to see everyone there! 💕

Click the link below to book under our room block! https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1717450300534&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink If you have any issues booking online, please call (941) 747-3727 and ask to speak to Gabrielle King M-F for assistance.

Courtyard by Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront

Hampton Inn & suites bradenton downtown historic district

Hampton Inn Ellenton / Bradenton

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bradenton Downtown / Riverfront

Best Western Plus Bradenton Hotel & Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Sarasota at University Town Center

Nearby Airports

Flights into this airport may be harder to come by but keep a watchful eye! This airport is closer to the town we are getting married and closer to all the hotels and shopping.

Sarasota Bradenton International Airport

This airport may have more flights and better deals. It's a further drive to Parrish &amp; Bradenton, FL.

Katie & Andrew

Katie & Andrew

K&A

Wedding Day

4:00 PM

Ceremony and Reception