The Milestone | Denton

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

We met on Bumble during COVID times and instantly connected. For our first date, we went to the Shark Club Sports Bar and Grill in Plano, Texas to watch a TCU football game in November of 2021. After the game, the place quickly turned into a night club vibe with a DJ, music videos displayed on all the screens, and some strobe lights; we looked at each other and just started laughing and quickly decided we wanted to leave the place, but not each other because we didn't want the date to be over. We went over to Grandscape in the Colony and we played mini-golf at the Puttery; Luke will say that he won, but he definitely did not. After we played, we still didn't want the night to end and proceeded to walk around the colony until we were the only people there, and then went and sat in Jordan's car and talked for a few more hours until about 2:30am. We talked about everything and it felt so easy, and included a perfect mix of laughs and seriousness. Since our first date, I think we can count on one hand the number of days that we didn't talk. Every relationship has it's ups and downs; all our successes and ups have lead us to closeness, and with every struggle, we have come out even stronger; we have really grown together in beautiful ways as human beings and as partners. We truly believe that we lead each other to try to be better humans every day, and we try to always be open to one another. We have traveled throughout our years together and hope to continue to do so until old age no longer allows. We have a beautiful and perfect dog together, Addison Grace, who is our baby; Jordan doesn't trust many people with Addie, but when she met Luke, she just knew in her gut she could trust him with her. We hope to have human children in our future as well! We have let the Lord lead our relationship and could not be more thankful that we met each other at the exact moment we were supposed to; we are truly each other's person and we are so excited to see what lies ahead of us in life - the good and the bad.

How we met and some background

Luke had spent a lot of time planning the perfect proposal that almost got ruined by COVID (classic). Jordan got COVID right before Christmas and had to quarantine in a room, she was very sick and it took a full week before she felt better and tested negative; she tested negative on December 23rd, which happened to work out perfectly as it was the day Luke planned to propose all along. We had planned months before that we would open our gifts to one another and celebrate our own Christmas on the 23rd as we had planned to be with family on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. We spent the morning opening gifts and spending time enjoying one another's company since it had been a while since we had been together without a door separating us. Once we opened all our gifts, Luke told Jordan that he had forgotten one gift upstairs that he needed to go grab; Jordan was confused and suspicious but quickly let it slip her mind as she tried on a new cardigan while Luke was upstairs. Luke gave Jordan a wrapped gift that she opened. It was a photo album that he hand made and hand wrote little excerpts about our dates and memories. At the end of the album, he wrote that he couldn't wait to spend his life with her. When Jordan looked up, Luke had the ring box open and asked Jordan to marry him. It was the perfect private proposal, and then Luke made sure to have Jordan's parents there. When talking about the future and engagement, Jordan's only requests were to be able to see her parents, and to have it documented in some way so she could remember it. Luke had also been planning to have a little party afterward for immediate family, but since he wasn't sure what would happen with Jordan having COVID, he canceled it and just made sure her parents came over to celebrate, which was special. We then facetimed some loved ones and friends to share the happy news! Some funny details : - Jordan is typically very observant and suspicious, but somehow missed that Luke had set up a go-pro on the kitchen cabinets to capture the moment. If you know Jordan, you would expect she would've seen it immediately and questioned it. However, it worked out perfectly and did not get spoiled - The sweetest thing, but also funny, is that Luke was so tearful with joy that he could barely get out the question, and Jordan was so overwhelmed with joy, she just tearfully yelled "yeahhh!" - In the video, right after the proposal, we get up on our knees to hug and Addie get's trapped between us and you can just see her head. She stayed there for almost a full minute before moving. When we watch the video now, we crack up.

The proposal

Our Story

Photos

Elizabeth is one of the most caring, kind, thoughtful, and genuine people that I know. She has made me feel incredibly seen and heard throughout our years of friendship, and constantly shows up in ways I didn't even know I needed her. She came into my life at a time I absolutely needed a friend like her and I am so grateful to have her. The wisdom she has offered me is beyond what I could ask for. Elizabeth also introduced me to a friend group that I have had the honor to join and that has the most genuine and loving people (that love fiercely in the best way), and solidifies even more the incredible friend she is to others, and amazing souls she seeks in others. I know that I have found a lifelong friend in her! Thank you for being there to be my advocate, cry, laugh, or show whatever emotion the occasion calls for. 

Elizabeth Ledford

Katie was one of the first friends I made at TCU, and one of my longest friends, and I instantly knew that she'd be in my life forever. She has been such a light in my life, and has supported me through both my happiest and hardest times; I have also seen her grow through difficult and amazing experiences and I am so glad she trusted me to support her. I trust Katie with anything and everything, and I know through her consistent actions and words just how much she cares about me. I feel incredibly lucky to have her friendship. Katie is genuine, sweet, strong and funny, and such an incredible and inspiring mom; I can only hope she will share her motherly wisdom with me in the future. 

Katie Wood 

My baby cousin! Lauren is beautiful inside and out, and I am so proud of the person that she is. I have so many core memories with her throughout our lives that include it all - laughter, tears, happiness, concerts, making up dances and songs in matching outfits with Sara, you name it. It was such a blessing to grow up with cousins so close in age, and even if we weren't always close in distance/living in the same state, it would be like no time was lost when we'd get together. Lauren is someone that just gets me; she knows some of my toughest times and always responds with so much grace. She is talented, funny, genuine and caring. I couldn't do life without ya little one!

Lauren Suarez

I will forever be grateful that I got sisters in adulthood and that Nicole is one of them. From day one she has been welcoming and kind, which is exactly what I needed. Every single time that I see her, she makes me laugh until I almost pee, and never fails to brighten my mood; she has also been quick to be a listening ear and offer support. It has been so cool to get to know Nicole the past several years as a friend and a sister, and I cannot wait to continue to watch her succeed in life. Nicole is hilarious, musical, genuine and compassionate. Thank you for being an amazing person!

Nicole Accetta

Again, I am forever grateful that I got sisters in adulthood and that Alex is one of them. Some of my genuinely favorite things about Alex is how she brightens a room, always shows up with incredible energy and a hug, and unapologetically sings some bangers. Her vulnerability in the times I needed to hear that I wasn't alone has been so memorable. Alex is funny, genuine, generous and warm toward others. I am in awe of her and everything she has achieved so far, and I truly cannot wait to continue to watch her crush life in the best way. Thank you for being an amazing sister-friend!

Alex Accetta

I remember the first day that I met Emma, I was just getting off a long and tough work shift, and she was already ready to advocate for me, and was instantly in the emotions with me. She never fails to make me laugh, to offer insight (by asking the good and tough questions), and/or join in on some happy/tough emotions. Emma is truly an incredible person and I am so glad I get to call her a friend. I know that I can count on her for anything because she so fiercely cares for the people she holds close. She is insightful, genuine, funny and an advocate. 

Emma Ledford

Ethan Schaefer

Killian McKiernan

Andrew Black

Jack Meurer

Nam Kwok

T.J. Unterbrink

Pamela St Laurent (AKA Mimi)

Wedding Party

Q + A

Hello family and friends! Our venue is called The Milestone Denton, however, it is technically in Krum. These are the closest hotels to the venue as the venue is in a quiet, open area that is about 10 to 15 minutes from Denton. DFW airport is about 1 hour from Denton and Dallas Love Field airport is about 1 hour and 15 minutes from Denton. We have room blocks for three of the hotels; check below for the room block information, prices and links! There should be Uber in the area for transportation. If you need assistance with transportation, let us know and we can see if we can connect some people to carpool! Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns we might be able to assist with!

This hotel is about 11 minutes from our Venue!

Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center

This venue is about 14 minutes from our venue! I have a hotel block for 10 rooms here on a first come basis. The room block is for $134 per night and is from Thursday to Sunday. However, if you only want to stay one or two nights, you can still use this link and get this rate. If you call, it is under "Suarez-Schaefer Wedding." The deadline to book is 10/6/24, then the rooms will be released to the public. Link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1721223545565&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink

Courtyard by Marriott Denton

This hotel is about 15 minutes from our venue! I have a hotel block for 10 rooms here on a first come basis. The room block is for $120 per night for a King Studio room, and $150 per night for a 2 Queen Suite; the block is from Friday to Sunday. However, if you only want to stay one or two nights, you can still use this link and get this rate. If you call, it is under "Schaefer-Suarez Wedding." The deadline to book is 10/25/24, then the rooms will be released to the public. The link is: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1721926508295&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Denton

This venue is about 18 minutes from our venue! I have a hotel block for 10 rooms here on a first come basis. The room block is for $109 on Thursday night and $139 for Friday and Saturday night; the room block is for Thursday to Sunday. However, if you only want to stay one or two nights, you can still use this link and get this rate. If you call, it is under "Suarez/Schaefer Wedding Block." The deadline to book is 9/23/24, then the rooms will be released to the public. Link: https://www.ihg.com/hotels/us/en/find-hotels/select-roomrate?fromRedirect=true&amp;qSrt=sAV&amp;qIta=99801505&amp;icdv=99801505&amp;qSlH=DFWDN&amp;qCiD=07&amp;qCiMy=102024&amp;qCoD=10&amp;qCoMy=102024&amp;qGrpCd=SUA&amp;qAAR=6CBARC&amp;qRtP=6CBARC&amp;setPMCookies=true&amp;qSHBrC=EX&amp;qDest=3180%20S%20Interstate%2035%20E,%20Denton,%20TX,%20US&amp;srb_u=1&amp;qChAge=&amp;qRmFltr=

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Denton South, an IHG Hotel

Travel

There isn't much to do in Denton honestly, but the square is cute! It has some stores to shop at such as a game store, a book store, a couple clothing boutiques, a small antique mall, some restaurants and misc. It's fun to walk around if you don't have other things to do.

Denton Square

If you are here another day, we recommend going to LSA in Denton Square. Get the Brisket queso, trust us!

LSA Burger Co.

This is a homemade ice cream store and from the street you will smell the waffle cones being made, it smells divine in there. The ice cream is also delicious and is a must for dessert. This is also in the square.

Beth Marie's Old Fashioned Ice Cream

The strip of bars in Denton is called Fry street. There's about 4 or 5 bars and then some restaurants. Though to warn you, it will be a lot of college students as this is the street that UNT students go to bar hop on the weekends.

Fry Street Tavern

If you're here for longer and have a rental car, you might consider going to Fort Worth! The Stockyards are a fun experience, or you can also go to Sundance Square. There are lots of amazing restaurants in Fort Worth too - if you go, feel free to reach out to Jordan, she has lots of recs. They also have a pretty botanical garden in Forth Worth.

Fort Worth Stockyards Station

Similarly, if you stay for a while and have a rental car, Dallas is a place to visit as well. The Arboretum is fun and they might be doing their fall display with pumpkins by then, which is fun to go to and take photos! There's also lots of restaurants, shopping and activities - feel free to reach out for recommendations.

Luke & Jordan

Luke & Jordan

L&J