The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill - Fort Myers

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Colonial Country Club

Indoor Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

As Kyle was leaving a Dierks Bentley Concert, he felt a tug on his shirt by a girl named Liz, asking if he could help them navigate the crowded exit at the Florida Amphitheatre. ​ Little did he know, that simple tug would change his life forever. ​ Once they managed to get out of the entrance, Kyle took one look at Laura and felt an instant connection. ​ He asked Liz if Laura was with her, and from that moment, their story began to unfold. ​Before the concert, Kyle and his friend Bret had decided not to go to the Hardrock Casino, as they had a long drive back to Fort Myers. ​ However, fate had other plans. ​ Liz and Laura were just looking for a ride back to their cars parked at the Hardrock, and within moments, plans changed, and they all headed to the casino together. ​ The night was filled with laughter and engaging conversations, and Kyle felt a spark with Laura that he couldn't ignore.Two days later, Kyle invited Laura and Liz to join him and Bret at a Tampa Bay Rays baseball game. ​ They had a fantastic time watching the game, enjoying a few beers, and getting to know each other better. ​ Kyle knew he had to see Laura again, so he nervously asked her out to dinner at Capital Grille. ​ Their dinner date was magical, filled with deep conversations and shared dreams, and Kyle couldn't wait to see her again. ​As time went on, Kyle and Laura's bond grew stronger. They discovered they shared a love for adventure and spent their days off exploring the waters of Punta Gorda on their boat, with their French Bulldog, Maverick, and cat, Dexter, by their side. ​ Whether cheering for the Bills or Bucs or basking in the sunshine, their love story continued to blossom, proving that sometimes, a simple tug on a shirt can lead to a lifetime of happiness. ​

It all Started with a Tug of a Shirt...

Our Story

Photos

Registry

Kelly Baten 

Elizabeth Kern

Kimberly Truax

Alexis Halas

Kristin Rayburn

John Livingstone

Mark Baten

Mike King

Bret Ashley

Dwayne Rayburn

Chaze Rayburn

Wedding Party

4:00pm-4:30pm Guest Arrival4:30pm-5:00pm&nbsp;Ceremony in Ballroom5:00pm-6:00pm&nbsp;Cocktail Hour in Sunset Grille5:15pm-5:45pm&nbsp;Passed Hoes d'oeuvres&nbsp;6:00pm&nbsp;Guests to start finding their seats&nbsp;6:15-6:45pm&nbsp;Introductions &amp; Dances6:45pm&nbsp;Serve Bread and Salads&nbsp;6:50pm-7:50pm&nbsp;Buffet&nbsp;with Speeches7:55pm&nbsp;Cake Cutting10:00pm&nbsp;Sparkler Exit

Timeline 

Passed Hors d'oeuvres:Sausage Stuffed MushroomsScallops Wrapped in BaconDill Cream Cheese Smoked Salmon CucumberServed Focaccia BreadServed Assorted Baby Greens Salad:Garden Vegetables, Raspberry Vinaigrette and Ranch DressingCarving Station:Black Peppercorn Rubbed NY Strip Steakwith Bone Marrow Demi-GlaceEntrée Selections:Pineapple Mango ChickenPan Seared Chicken Thighs with Pineapple Mango RelishPan Seared Snapper with Lemon Butter SauceCheese TortelliniTossed in a Fire Roasted Poblano Cream with Queso Fresca Cheese, Cilantro, Roasted Tomato and Achiote OilSides:Red Skinned Mashed PotatoesBroccolini and Carrot Medley

Dinner

Fort Myers Beach

Sanibel Beach

Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers Beach

Topgolf Fort Myers

PopStroke

HeadPinz Fort Myers

Dave & Buster's Fort Myers

Backyard Social

Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille - Ft. Myers Beach

This is where our after party will take place!

Paddy Wagon Irish Pub

Things to Do

Southwest Florida International Airport

https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/RSWZF/G-BBWBRates include: Breakfast, WiFi, Parking There will also be a shuttle to take you to &amp; from Colonial Country Club

Hyatt Place Fort Myers/at The Forum

Travel

Q + A

Laura & Kyle

Laura & Kyle

L&K

Wedding Day

4:30 PM

Indoor Ceremony

6:00 PM

Reception