Half Moon Bay Brewing Company

Wedding Party Dinner

Oceano Hotel & Spa

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

The Man Who Wouldn't Let Me Get Away

I, LaShon, had sworn off love. After a string of disappointments, I had made peace with the idea that romance and all the drama and emotional turbulence that come with it wasn’t for me. When I signed up for Facebook Dating, it wasn’t out of hope—it was just to pass the time, to chat with people, maybe go on a casual date or two. Nothing serious. Nothing real. Then, Philip appeared on my "Like" list and I "Liked" him back.&nbsp;&nbsp;Philip was different. Steady, strong in character and personality, and effortlessly funny. A man who knew what he wanted and wasn't afraid to say what was on his mind. And, most importantly - a man who could stand up to my tough-as-nails, sassy and sometimes bougie attitude. We connected over long conversations and when I met him in person, I knew he was going to be trouble for me from the start. We met up quite a bit over the next few months, so much so that Philip knew within that short span of time that I was the one for him. But fear and hurt are powerful emotions to overcome, so I refused to let myself believe it. I tried to keep things light; to convince myself it was just another fleeting connection. Yet every time I pulled back, he remained patient, offering his presence without ever giving up on me.&nbsp;&nbsp;For a time, we thrived. But the "L' word still loomed between us, and afraid of getting hurt again, I just couldn't bring myself to say it or feel it, so we ended things. Even as I walked away, Philip, in true Alpha male style, said "I'm not done with you yet."&nbsp;&nbsp;I tried telling myself it was for the best, but something kept pulling us back together. Over 2 months passed, and there was a text here, a brief phone call there - fate wove us into each other's lives over and over.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Eventually, I could no longer deny the truth—the feeling I had fought against for so long. One summer evening, after weeks of not seeing him, I finally admitted it to myself. “I love you too Philip.” I whispered, almost in disbelief.&nbsp;&nbsp;But Philip was not there to hear it. So, I came up with a reason to reconnect with him, and over the next few weeks we talked alot and even met up a few times. Finally, one night I built up the courage to say the words that I had found so hard to say to anyone in the past few years. "I love you, Philip." Philip smiled, not with surprise but with quiet certainty. He had always known. Philip looked at me in that arrogant, self-assured way that he has about himself and said, "You know you're marrying me, right?"&nbsp;&nbsp;And this time, I didn’t run. Philip is the man that I have always wished for, and I know that he feels the same way about me.&nbsp;

Our Story

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Jennifer Mack-Milburn

Ahryelle Mason

Tara Jenkins

Melissa Wilson

Lulu Gamble

Michele Josey

Angela Anderson

Ah'Zjiyah Shields

Mike Williams II

Shaun Grady

DeWayne Johnson

George W. Jenkins

Joseph Wilson, Jr.

Louis Josey

Rhomyn Mason

Trenton Mason

Jairo Boyce

The "I Do" Crew

Q + A

Attending a destination wedding can be expensive so here are some tips and recommendations for a budget-friendly trip: - Book your hotel and flights using Buy Now, Pay Later which allows you to purchase hotel stays and flights and make payments over time. Affirm works with Booking.com, Expedia and Hotels.com. You can also book flights through them, and Southwest (August reservations will be available in November) and Delta have their own partners that allow you to do the same to make flying more affordable.- Book your hotel early. Many of the hotels listed are currently accepting reservations for our wedding date with some rooms being as low as $135/night. Prices are relatively reasonable right now, but our wedding is taking place during peak season so the prices will increase closer to our date.- Traveling in a group? Consider an AirBnb to help cut down on the cost.- We do have hotel room blocks set up at the hotels shown below. Down forget to use the codes if you choose to stay at one of them. The Oceano is in Half Moon Bay, and the Hampton is a 25-minute drive from Half Moon Bay.

In Half Moon Bay (El Granada)Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring fireplaces and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.With a stay at Oceano Hotel and Spa in Half Moon Bay (El G

Oceano Hotel&Spa

Located within 16 miles of Shoreline Amphitheatre and 21 miles of Oracle Park, Hampton Inn &amp; Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport provides rooms in San Mateo. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Union Square is 22 miles from the hotel and Oakland Coliseum is 24 miles away. San Francisco City Hall is 21 miles from the hotel, while Moscone Center is 21 miles away. San Francisco International Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Travel

Half Moon Bay is one of our favorite destinations for its beautiful views, as well as its selection of food. If you're staying in town and want to grab a bite to eat, we've listed few of our favorites below. Not interested in any of these? There are plenty of restaurants and fast-food eateries on Cabrillo Highway. Check out Main Street in Downtown Half Moon Bay if you want to try some of the local favorites. There's something there for everyone!

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Barbara's Fish Trap

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Sam's Chowder House

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Breakwater Barbecue

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Places to Eat

<a href="https://tommytsunamisurfschool.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Surf Lessons</a><a href="http://www.hmbkayak.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kayak &amp; Paddleboarding</a><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/wK3yfVzKAXu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Redwoods Hiking</a><a href="https://www.oceanohalfmoonbay.com/spa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oceano Coastal Spa</a><a href="https://goo.gl/maps/bNvV3JQQEFG2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Downtown Half Moon Bay</a><a href="http://www.californiasbestbeaches.com/county_beaches/san_mateo_county.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beaches</a><a href="https://www.halfmoonbaygolf.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Golf</a><a href="https://www.smcgov.org/parks/fitzgerald-marine-reserve" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fitzgerald Marine Reserve</a><a href="https://filoli.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Filoli Historic House &amp; Garden</a><a href="https://www.hiusa.org/find-hostels/california/montara-8800-cabrillo-highway" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Point Montara Lighthouse</a><a href="http://www.hmbyc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sailing</a><a href="https://seahorseranch.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Horseback Rides</a><a href="https://www.riptide.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Deep Sea Fishing</a>

Things to Do

Registry

What Is Cocktail Wedding Attire?

Cocktail Dresses to Add to Your Cart ASAP

What Guys Need to Know About Dress Codes

We're asking guests to wear shades of pink or silver/grey to coordinate with our floral, spring-summer color palette. It’s not mandatory—please wear whatever feels comfortable—but if you’d like to join the look, those tones will photograph beautifully.

Dress Code

LaShon & Philip

LaShon & Philip

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