Wedding Day

The Chapel at Dragonfly Farms

Ceremony

Reception

Katie and Wes get married! 

Fall

Our Wedding

It all started because two people swiped right. In todays world the way to meet people is through an app and that is what we did. Wes made me laugh through our online interactions and I decided to take a chance and meet him for a date. I never thought I would be meeting my future husband for the first time. Our first date lasted for hours just talking and laughing through Conway trail with my dog Ganon. I asked Wes if he wanted to see the hippie rocks and we made our way to the beautiful painted rocks overlooking the cadron creek. As we chatted I asked Wes if anyone knew where he was and he said no. I then told him I could push you over this and nobody would ever know. He promptly stepped away from the cliff edge laughing. Two things were learned that night. Be  safe when meeting a stranger and I want to get to know this man more.

How we met

We traveled to Italy in May. One of the top sights we wanted to see was the Trevi fountain in Rome. It is a very popular sight so we decided to go at 5 am in hopes for less people. We made it to the fountain and to our delight there was a handful of people but not many. We had clear access and got to take pictures free of crowds! Wes was acting so weird he kept clutching his backpack like he was afraid someone was going to snatch it and run. What I would soon find out is he was holding the ring and was waiting for the right moment to propose. We walked to the left side of the fountain and Wes pulled the ring out of his bag and got on one knee. Where he would ask me if I wanted to spend the rest of my life with him. My initial response was, “Are you serious?”. Then said yes where we hugged and the rest of the world disappeared. Slow and steady wins the race we have never been in a rush to get married. Over the years we have discussed getting married and Wes remembered things that I would want and he would want in the ideal big question. The biggest part of that being it was just us. It was pure magic. Such a special moment for us to share as we turn to the next chapter in our story.

How did Wes propose?

Our Story

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Through house demolition and seeing the world. Kari is my best friend. In fact she is the reason I met Wes. She took my phone swiping through tinder and matched us. I am so grateful for this beautiful human in my life. 

Kari Weiss

Kind, insightful, talented, and all around wonderful. I don’t have the words to explain to our guests how amazing you are. My favorite person. Thank you for being a part of this moment, all the ones before, and all of the ones after. 

Taliilagi Bona 

My little sister. I have known her since she  was 8 years old. Sisters not by blood but heart and soul. Kolbey has been through every single one of my big life moments. I’m honored to have her with me on our special day. 

Kolbey Shaw

A bookworm and special edition collector. Vibrant and intelligent I could go on forever and gush about this incredible woman. An adventurous soul that matches my own. We are honored to have you with us when we say I do. 

Laura Spell

My work bestie. My pen pal. My confidant. Is there anything I don’t tell her? Probably not. Smart, funny, and creative. One of the best people I know. Thank you for joining us on this special day. 

Alexandra DeFoore

Brothers by blood, best friends by choice. An honor to have you with us during one of the most important days of our lives. 

Drew Stephens

Once a roommate turned into a life long friend. When I thought about who I would ask to be one of my groomsmen. It was no question that Jacob would be by my side. 

Jacob Critcher

One of the most genuine people I know. We met because of our partners. Friends because of our sense of humor and instant connection. Thank you for being with me on this day. 

Ross Bona

Brother of the bride and a soon to be brother in law. Honored to have him with me during such a big life moment and excited to call him family. 

Will Yandell

You may be one of my future wife’s best friends. But I’m happy to call you friend too. I’m honored to have you with us on this day. 

Zach Mullican 

Wedding Party

Q + A

Directions

There is a parking lot right next to the chapel. You will know you are at the right place because the chapel has a big red door that cannot be missed!

Katie & Wes

Katie & Wes

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