The Odyssey

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Our Wedding

Kenisha and Renauld met at Grand Valley State University in 2011. Renauld, who went to Western Michigan, needed someone from Grand Valley to partner up with him to get him into a school party. He was introduced to Kenisha by her best friend, Rhondalynn. Little did Rhondalynn know, she would be the person to start their love story. From that day, Kenisha and Renauld spent their time getting to know one another - traveling back and forth from one another's college and home states. It was inevitable that they would soon start dating. After Renauld graduated college in 2015, their relationship was mostly long distance. Kenisha had one more year of college and Renauld moved back to his home in Detroit, Michigan. It wouldn't be until 2018 when they'd finally live in the same city. Renauld attended Depaul University in Chicago to receive his Master's Degree. This time in Chicago gave him and Kenisha the time to really get to experience dating one another and living in the same city. Their relationship and bond grew even stronger during that time period. Renauld proposed to Kenisha on 05/30/21 at Navy Pier. This location was special because it's where the couple had their first Chicago date in 2012. We are so excited for you to join us as we say "I do" at our wedding in September 2023. See you there. :)

Our Story

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Natalie R. 

Rhondalynn R. 

Anisha H. 

Brenda W. 

Gabrielle E. 

Corey Young

Arthur Norris

Derrick Russell

Devin Butler

Brandon Early

Calvin Carey

Christian Williams 

Wedding Party

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Chicago Tinley Park

Near Tinley Park Convention CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 86 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Tinley Park, Wingate by Wyndham Tinley Park is in the business district, within a 5-minute drive of Tinley Park Convention Center and Odyssey Fun World.  This hotel is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from George Dunne National Golf Club.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Tinley Park Convention Center - 1 km / 0.6 mi  Odyssey Fun World - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi  Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - 4 km / 2.5 mi  George Dunne National Golf Club - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi  Gaelic Park - 9.6 km / 6 mi  Coyote Run Golf Course - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi  Orland Square - 10.4 km / 6.4 mi  Space Golf - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi  Franciscan St. James Health - Olympia Fields - 11 km / 6.9 mi  WellGroup HealthPartners - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi  Centennial Park Aquatic Center - 12.8 km / 8 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.1 km / 8.1 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.1 km / 8.1 mi  Oak Hill Park - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi  Centennial Park - 13.4 km / 8.3 mi  The nearest airports are:Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 61.5 km / 38.2 mi Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 41.6 km / 25.8 mi The preferred airport for Wingate by Wyndham Tinley Park is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Tinley Park? This hotel has facilities measuring 600 square feet (56 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Wingate by Wyndham Tinley Park

Near Tinley Park Convention CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 65 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.Located in Tinley Park, Comfort Inn & Suites near Tinley Park Amphitheater is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Tinley Park Convention Center and Odyssey Fun World.  This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from George Dunne National Golf Club.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Tinley Park Convention Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Odyssey Fun World - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi  Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - 3.9 km / 2.5 mi  George Dunne National Golf Club - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi  Gaelic Park - 9.7 km / 6 mi  Coyote Run Golf Course - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi  Orland Square - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi  Space Golf - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi  Franciscan St. James Health - Olympia Fields - 11.2 km / 6.9 mi  WellGroup HealthPartners - 11.8 km / 7.3 mi  Centennial Park Aquatic Center - 12.9 km / 8 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi  Oak Hill Park - 13.3 km / 8.3 mi  Centennial Park - 13.5 km / 8.4 mi  The nearest airports are:Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 41.7 km / 25.9 mi Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 61.6 km / 38.3 mi The preferred airport for Comfort Inn & Suites near Tinley Park Amphitheater is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Comfort Inn & Suites near Tinley Park Amphitheater

Near Tinley Park Convention CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 63 guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary weekday newspapers and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Hampton Inn Chicago / Tinley Park in Tinley Park, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Tinley Park Convention Center and Odyssey Fun World.  This hotel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from George Dunne National Golf Club.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Tinley Park Convention Center - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Odyssey Fun World - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi  Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  George Dunne National Golf Club - 6.7 km / 4.1 mi  Gaelic Park - 9.7 km / 6 mi  Coyote Run Golf Course - 9.9 km / 6.1 mi  Orland Square - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi  Space Golf - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi  Franciscan St. James Health - Olympia Fields - 11.2 km / 6.9 mi  Franciscan Health Olympia Fields - 11.2 km / 7 mi  WellGroup HealthPartners - 11.8 km / 7.3 mi  Hanger Clinic - 12 km / 7.4 mi  Centennial Park Aquatic Center - 12.9 km / 8 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi  Advocate South Suburban Hospital - 13.2 km / 8.2 mi  The nearest airports are:Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 41.7 km / 25.9 mi Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 61.6 km / 38.3 mi The preferred airport for Hampton Inn Chicago / Tinley Park is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Kenisha & Renauld

Kenisha & Renauld

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