Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church

Wedding Day

Wedding

The Taylor Mansion

Reception

Our Wedding

It was November 26, 2011. We were both invited to an Ohio State vs. Michigan game at Average Joe's in Hilliard, Ohio. I was invited by my co-teacher at the time, and Vince was invited by a friend of a friend. When I got to Average Joe's it was absolutely packed. I somehow made my way to the center of the bar and in looking around I couldn't see my co-teacher. I had noticed a rather cute guy at the keg table, however. He wore a red Ohio State sweatshirt with a number one on it. He was too busy watching the TV above him, though, to notice me.When I finally was able to find my co-worker, I was whisked away to meet her mother and several other of her friends who were there. I became involved in a myriad of conversations, and before I knew it the game was over and the Buckeyes had lost. Suddenly a woman I had already met came up to me and asked if I would like to meet her friend Vince. I was intrigued by her question, so I said yes. Little to my knowing, her friend Vince was the cute guy in the Ohio State sweatshirt.After exchanging phone numbers, we made a date for the following Saturday, and as they say, the rest was history...

The Buckeyes Loss was Our Gain

For those of you who don't know, Vincent is a huge WWE wrestling fan and my favorite sport is college wrestling. So within our house we have a fundamental divide over which is the better wrestling. I put my feelings aside, however, for his 30th birthday and surprised him with a trip to Wrestlemania XXXI in Santa Clara, California.We started the weekend out by driving an hour north to San Francisco, California. We hit as many tourists spots as we could. We started our quick trip at Pier 39, and the surrounding area, by playing antique arcade games and watching the seals. We took pictures with Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. Then was a stop at Ghirardelli Square for the choco-holic in the group (that would be me!) Next came a long trip up the wrong side of Lombardi Street (Whoops!), and the highlight for me, a cable car ride to downtown. Well, it really was only supposed to be to China Town, but I got so excited about the cable car that I missed our stop : (By the time we reached downtown it was getting dark and we decided it was time to head back to our hotel. This was disappointing because of the fact that our last stop of the day was meant to be the Golden Gate Bridge, but it probably wasn't the best idea to be in a strange city, at night, on a bridge. So instead we picked up some China Bell and passed out.The next day was the day. It was Wrestlemania day and Vincent was very excited. As we were packing up to head to Santa Cruz, California to see the Pacific Ocean, I was in the bedroom and Vince was in the living room. I remember hearing Vince say "Why don't we start today out with a bang?", and I remember thinking "Okay, sure, why not? I don't know what that means." As I finished putting the last of my things in my bag, I turned around to see Vince holding a ring in one hand and getting down on his knee. I immediately began crying, big, sloppy tears. I call it ugly crying. After I was able to form words again I said "Yes" and then followed that with "I am so glad you didn't do this tonight at Wrestlemania".P.S. I was definitely wearing my WWE shirt when he proposed, so if that's not love, I don't know what is! : )

The Engagement

The Story of the Ring

For those of you who knew my grandfather, Amaday, you will agree that he was one of the best people you could ever know. A loving, compassionate, funny, intelligent, family-centered man who was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. We lost him on Thanksgiving Day in 2008. One of the worst days of my life. Ever since then he has watched over us.The day of his funeral, people shared wonderful stories and memories of my grandfather throughout his lifetime because of all the outstanding things he had accomplished. He was a WW II veteran. He worked at Jeffry Company in Columbus for over thirty years. Had two children and three grandchildren. Numerous nieces and nephews who he treated like grandchildren. My grandfather never knew a stranger.At the luncheon after my grandfather's funeral, in our home in Grove City, a family member stopped me to tell me a story about my grandfather. At the end of the story, she told me she wanted to give me something I could always remember my grandfather by and gave me a beautiful solitaire diamond ring of white gold.As I grew up, that ring sat up in my mom's jewelry box and I only took it out for special occasions: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Birthdays, in order to have my grandfather close to me. Eventually, I realized I wanted my grandfather close to me every day, looking over me and my family, whenever I started one. It was from that day forward I knew my engagement ring would be that very ring, I just needed to find the right man.The right man was Vincent, and I know my grandfather was the person who helped me find him. Every decision I made got me to Vincent, and I will always be indebted to my grandpa for helping me find him. I love you grandpa.

Our Story

Attire

Our venue is an outdoor, privately owned estate. There is a house on property, with air conditioning, where guests will be able to mingle during cocktail hour, and this is also where the restrooms are located. Most of the reception will be held outdoors on the patio on top of brick pavers. There is a large covered area for dinner and dancing, so we will have protection from any harsh weather. Because the event is outside, and we want you to be comfortable, we do not recommend heels because of the brick pavers. However, please do wear whatever will get you out of your seat and dancing!

Details

A devoted sister and wonderful friend. Lauren is my older sister, who has always been there for me, and a great mother. She has two beautiful boys who we both love very much.

Lauren

She actually started as my cooperating teacher during my undergraduate program. I worked with Megan at Gahanna Middle School West during my student teaching. We instantly clicked and have been friends ever since. She is mom to a beautiful little girl and very handsome little boy.

Megan

From coworkers to life-long friends! Emmalie is the person I go to when I need a smile. She has been there for me through thick and thin, loyal to the end.

Emmalie

Without Jamie, Vince and I would not be together. She is the person who pushed Vince to come talk to me at the OSU game, and ever since then we have become great friends. She is a wonderful friend and mother to a beautiful little girl.

Jamie

A happy seating placement is where our friendship started, at Freshman Orientation at Capital University. By the end of the night, we were already talking about being roommates one day. She is also the person who shares my love for Uganda and is a major inspiration to me. She is extremely selfless, running a non-profit with her husband for 24 children in Uganda, working full-time, and is expecting a wonderful baby boy.

Emily

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

Drury Inn & Suites Columbus Grove City

Room rates start at $119 per night

Hilton Garden Inn Columbus/Grove City

Room rates begin at $100 per night

Candlewood Suites Columbus - Grove City

Room rates start at $113 per night

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Columbus Sw-Grove City

Room rates start at $124 per night

Hampton Inn Columbus-South

Holiday Inn Columbus Dwtn-Capitol Square

Room rates start at $130 per night

Kelsey & Vincent

Kelsey & Vincent

K&V

Wedding Day

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Wedding

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