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Our Wedding

How it all began..

After rescheduling a Saturday first date due to exhaustion from work, they decided to go out to brunch on Sunday for their first date. Kody was amazed at how beautiful this woman was who just sat down in his booth with him. And Jessica was left speechless upon glancing back at this handsome man who just held the door open for her, while putting on his sunglasses. They agreed that they couldn't wait days for a second date. So, they each went home, took care of their beloved pups, changed outfits, and met back up in a different location for a second date for dinner and drinks. This was the date that they decided to share all their "baggage" and lay everything out on the line. Which, ultimately, solidified that they were meant to be together.

February 27th, 2022

Kody had met only part of Jessica's family on April 2nd, but already felt like he belonged. He decided it was time to bring Jessica back to his hometown of La Porte, Indiana to meet his mom and her side of the family. Jessica was terrified that a small town country family would not like her do to her big city lifestyle. To really ease into the meet and greets... Kody decided to introduce her while the family was all camping with their horses together. Imagine the anxiety Jess had walking up to a group of 15 people including his mom, sister, grandparents, aunt/uncle, cousins, and all of his mom's friends. And for the icing on the cake, they put her on top of a horse and made her trail ride through the woods, when she's only ever rode a horse when she was about 10 years old, in a very small round pen at her grandfathers farm. However, Kody's loved ones all approved and he was impressed with her charm and skills, that he, officially, asked her to be his girlfriend that night, and of course she happily said yes!

April 22nd, 2022

After the rest of Jessica's family met and approved of Kody, her father even tried to give her hand away in marriage to him after only meeting him once. However, it was Jessica's turn to meet and seek Kody's father's approval. They traveled by car to Alabama, and after sharing tasty margarita's and tacos altogether, it was no question that she received the very approval she sought after. It was on this day where the first "I love you's" were exchanged. While laying in bed after such a wonderful day, Jessica thought Kody was sound asleep, and while laying on his chest she whispered with comfort and peace the words "I love you." But to her surprise, he replied back with a "What was that? I didn't hear you." Which caused Jessica to panic and completely freeze in fear. After a few minutes of silence and no sudden movements, Kody whispered back "I love you too, Jess." However, to this day they still argue who said those little three words first.. Before they were even official, Jessica had stayed the night at Kody's for the first time. In the morning before he left for work, he came over to the bed gave her a hug and kiss, but as he went to leave the bedroom, without hesitation, he said "goodbye, I love you." In which, she replied without hesitation as well, "I love you, too." After a second, with both of them surprised, wide eyed, and covering their mouths with their hands, they shook their heads and casually played it off as a morning fogginess. So now you heard both stories, and you can decide who the first true person was to say those famous three words.

June 4th, 2022

After many highs, consisting of moving in together, job promotions, and countless of happy moments. They grew together in love. But after facing many lows, consisting of illness/surgeries, passing of loved ones, and life changes. They grew together with support and comfort. Their relationship had blissful easy times, but was also majorly tested. To which they always came out on the other side, compassionate, stronger, more in love, and most importantly, always together. With a little help from his late mother right before her passing, Kristy told Kody that Jessica is the one. She felt confident and comfortable that Jessica will care and love Kody, in the way in which a mother only ever wishes for her son to have. His mom told him he better put a ring on that girl's finger, before he ends up losing her. Shortly after that special, heartfelt moment he shared with his mom, Kody proposed to Jessica, in front of his mom's horse (Sassy - right) and his horse (Twinkie - left). To which Jessica emotionally and excitedly said "yes!" Within a few hours, they were greeted with Kristy returning home from the hospital and eagerly awaiting to see the newly engaged couple to celebrate. This moment holds a dear place in the couples heart, being able to share such a special event with his mother days before God called her home.

December 24th, 2023

Our Story

Photos

Rachel Williams

Robert Prather

Ashley Samijlenko

Alex Toth

Kylie Harlow

Trey Griffin

Kendra Harbaugh

Cody Harbaugh

Emma Lawson

Aloysius Rosipko

Kailey Napoli

Ryan Johnson

Therese Ranker

Andrew Marino

Allyson Smith

Brad Jones

Layla Smith

Gavin Decker

Liliya Samijlenko

Nicholas Samijlenko

Elsie Harbaugh

Wedding Party

Just a reminder, we will be located in the Smoky Mountains. There will be a possibility you can encounter wild life, like bears. Please be aware of your surroundings and cautious at all times, especially if you venture, into the woods, away from the venue or cabins.(...the Bride &amp; Groom are not responsible for your stupidity...) Any other questions, feel free to reach out to the Bride or Groom! We cannot wait to celebrate with everyone!

Q + A

We have reserved these cabins for our wedding, which will be walking distance from the venue. Feel free to hang out with the Bride &amp; Groom all weekend long! After the reception, the Bride &amp; Groom's cabin will be hosting the after party! Rooms have been filled but everyone is welcomed to join in on the festivities all weekend.

Luxury Gatlinburg Cabins

This hotel is located just outside of the heart of Gatlinburg. It is the hotel closest to our venue. There is no room block set up. This is just a possible suggestion for offsite lodging, feel free to find and choose any hotel of your liking!

MainStay Suites Gatlinburg Downtown Area

This hotel is located in the heart of down town Gatlinburg. There is no room block set up. This is just a possible suggestion for offsite lodging, feel free to find and choose any hotel of your liking!

Holiday Inn Express Gatlinburg Downtown, an IHG Hotel

Lodging

The city of Gatlinburg is roughly 15 minutes away from the venue! Explore the city and all the possible adventures it has to offer! The link will take you to Gatlinburg's website to discover all the things to do during your visit.

Gatlinburg

Since we do have a relation in the family to Ms. Dolly Parton herself, it's only fitting to check out the famous Dollywood! Roughly only 30 minutes away from the venue, spend an evening enjoying this beautiful attraction! Learn more by clicking the link.

Dollywood

Things to Do

Registry

Kody & Jessica

Kody & Jessica

Registry