Kristen’s Last Rodeo/Bridal Shower 

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Our Wedding

It all started in high school and a drive home after school. Cameron and Kristen first met in high school in Springfield, VA. They were first introduced by a mutual friend and Cameron so graciously offered that friend and Kristen a ride home in his Bullitt Mustang. These were the beginnings of a beautiful friendship.Throughout high school, Kristen and Cameron kept in touch, spent time together watching movies in the Wheeler family theater room, attending Capitals hockey games, and other activities. They became very close friends pretty quickly and maintained a fun loving relationship. While they were only friends at this time, Cameron began developing feelings for Kristen and she felt like Cameron was someone special in her life.There seemed to never be a right time for Cameron and Kristen during this period to move toward anything more than friends. There were other romantic relationships that came along for both Cameron and Kristen, but they continued to maintain their strong and close friendship. As Kristen graduated high school in 2016 and moved in with her family in Florida, they lost touch with one another.Cut to a few years later in 2019, a simple message on social media sparked a reconnection for Cameron and Kristen. They had both been through other relationships, loss in their families, and periods of growing pains. Kristen sent a message to Cameron commenting on how much fun they used to have attending Capitals hockey games. Cameron was kind enough to respond and they maintained contact throughout the later part of that year. On New Years, Eve everything changed.Kristen and her best friend Sarah, had made a plan to celebrate NYE together in Washington, D.C. Kristen invited Cameron to tag along and he said yes. By the time NYE came around, Sarah had told Kristen that she was not going to be able to make it. So Cameron and Kristen went out, just the two of them, to celebrate NYE. During the course of the evening, everything was going amazing and they were having so much fun dancing, laughing, and enjoying their time together. At the stroke of midnight, a quiet shift stirred between them, and their first kiss rewrote what they had been. Literal sparks flew between them and in their hearts. They sensed their relationship had shifted forever, yet they couldn’t fathom how profoundly one kiss would reshape their lives.After this night, Cameron and Kristen became aware of the unique opportunity they had to build a relationship on the strong friendship foundation they had established. Kristen was unsure of how things would work out, but it felt right to her to give this relationship a chance and see it through. Cameron had shared with Kristen after NYE how he had developed feelings for her back in high school, and had kept her in his heart all those years. Kristen had been searching for a partner that would love her unconditionally and accept her for who she was, no questions asked. She knew that she had found that in Cameron. Kristen offered Cameron what he had almost given up on—a chance at love that felt new, bright, and full of promise.And this new chapter is just the beginning to the rest of their lives! Thank you to the Smith and Wheeler family for accepting us into your families. We’re grateful to everyone sharing in our wedding and supporting us as we begin married life!

Cameron and Kristen's Love Story

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My sister who has been with me through every high, low, and in between moment. She has been my God-given best friend my whole life and I can't imagine having anyone else as my maid of honor!

Mylea Wheeler

What more can I say about my dad other than, he is the best example on this earth of God's love. He has been my cheerleader, encourager, and first example of what it means to love and be loved. I am so happy that he can be here on our special day to give me away to my future husband! 

David Wheeler

My mom has been my steady rock throughout my entire life and I feel so honored to have her be apart of our special day. She is true love personified and has been the best example of a mother and wife that I could have ever had. 

Patty Wheeler 

While Sam is my little brother, some days I feel like he's more mature than I am! He has been the fun and energetic spark that brings me back to life. I am so proud of the man he is becoming and I can't wait to have him be apart of our special day! 

Samuel Wheeler

Cristal Smith

Eddie Smith

Elise Smith 

Evan Smith 

Corey Bull

Sarah Blake 

Nicole Hilden 

Kristen Wheeler

Cameron Smith

Joey Jett

Thor Geddes

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Please wear whatever makes you comfortable, but fits in with the semi-formal theme. Short and long dresses welcome. Pant suits and jumpsuits also welcome. Khakis, dress pants, or dark jeans for the men.

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Located in Lorton, 11 miles from Huntley Meadows Park, Holiday Inn Express - Lorton by IHG provides accommodations with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a business center and free WiFi. Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is 16 miles from the hotel and Gadsby's Tavern Museum is 16 miles away. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms include a closet. George Washington Masonic National Memorial is 14 miles from Holiday Inn Express - Lorton by IHG, while Alexandria's Christ Church is 16 miles away. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 19 miles from the property.

Holiday Inn Express Lorton by IHG

Located off of the Henry G. Shirley Memorial Highway (Interstate 95), this Springfield hotel offers a complimentary grab-and-go breakfast and an outdoor pool. Arlington city center is 13 mi away. Free WiFi, a refrigerator, and a microwave are provided in each room at this Springfield Embassy Suites. Extras include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and free toiletries in the private bathroom. All guests are invited to a nightly evening reception with complimentary snacks and beverages. A fitness center is on site as well at Embassy Suites Springfield. Lake Accotink Park is 15 minutes’ drive from the property. Mount Vernon is 7 mi away.

Embassy Suites Springfield

Located in Woodbridge, 16 miles from Huntley Meadows Park, SpringHill Suites Potomac Mills Woodbridge provides accommodations with free bikes, private parking, a fitness center and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business center. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. George Washington Masonic National Memorial is 20 miles from the hotel, while Alexandria's Christ Church is 21 miles away. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 24 miles from the property.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Potomac Mills Woodbridge

Located in Woodbridge, 16 miles from Huntley Meadows Park, Courtyard by Marriott Potomac Mills Woodbridge has accommodations with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Featuring a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and a business center for guests. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. All rooms at Courtyard by Marriott Potomac Mills Woodbridge come with a seating area and a TV with cable channels. The breakfast offers buffet, continental or American options. George Washington Masonic National Memorial is 20 miles from the accommodation, while Alexandria's Christ Church is 21 miles from the property. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 24 miles away.

Courtyard by Marriott Potomac Mills Woodbridge

Located in Springfield, 7.3 miles from Huntley Meadows Park, Homewood Suites Springfield provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property has a business center and free shuttle service for guests. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a TV and a safety deposit box. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options. Languages spoken at the reception include English and Spanish. George Washington Masonic National Memorial is 8.7 miles from Homewood Suites Springfield, while Alexandria's Christ Church is 10 miles away. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 11 miles from the property.

Kristen & Cameron

Kristen & Cameron

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