Southern Celebrations at Collins Grove

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Most of you know that one of the sweetest parts of our story is how long we’ve known each other. We grew up around the same family friends, had brothers the same age, and went to the same church in high school. But it wasn’t until Clemson that our friendship truly took off.Bowman quickly became someone I could count on—so much so that I invited him to all my sorority events. He became friends with my friends, and we started spending more time together. I’d always had a little crush on him, but as we grew closer, that feeling deepened. We’d spend weekends and Sunday afternoons together, talking about life, faith, and the future.Eventually, Bowman moved to Montana for work, and we had no idea a relationship was just around the corner. Six months later, we were talking every day—and when I finally visited, I came back with a boyfriend. We started a two-year long-distance relationship, with me in Atlanta and Bowman still out West. Long distance wasn’t always easy, but the past two and a half years have been the most meaningful and growth-filled chapter of our lives.

Our Story!

Our Story

Photos

Mary Ropp

Addison Dicks

Virginia Jonas

Tyler Davis

Katherine Webber

Benjamin Davis 

Madalyn Dicks

William Ropp

Rachel Massey

Henry Poston

Ava DeLaughter

Jackson Denny

Anna Nichols

Cade Coate

Morgan Athearn

Seth Skipper

Moriah Grace Yoder

Preston Kennedy

Laura Grace Haffner

Wedding Party

Q + A

Guests can arrive as early as Thursday 03.26.2026 and can leave on Sunday, 03.29.2026. The room rates are: - 5 Double Suites - $134/night - 5 King Suites - $134/night The cut-off date to book at this price is 02.24.2026, so please make your reservations before then. Please note - includes complimentary hot buffet breakfast. Hotel rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 12%) in effect at the time of check-in. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the arrival date will require a fee equal to one nights room and tax.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Florence

The room rates are: 	- Double Queen Room - $124/night	- King Room - $124/night The cut-off date to book is 02.24.2026, so please make your reservations before then. Please note - hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 12%) in effect at the time of check-out. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the arrival date will require a fee equal to one night's room and tax.

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Florence I-20

Travel

We'd love for any of our guests, especially those from out of town, to take a visit to the beach! Bowman and I both grew up in the Myrtle Beach area and hold a special place in our hearts for the ocean.

Visit the Beach

Myrtle Beach and it's surrounding areas have tons of beautiful and picturesque golf courses to choose from! They don't call it the golf capital for nothing!!

Golf!

Things to Do

Dress Code

Registry

Sips 'n Sweets Under the Stars

We are having a welcome party and would love for you to join us!

Black Water Farms - 2026 S Firetower Road, Florence, South Carolina 29506

Dress Code — elevated casual with a western or coastal vibe!

WELCOME PARTY

Leigh + Bowman

Leigh + Bowman

WELCOME PARTY

Sips 'n Sweets Under the Stars