Zilker Park Clubhouse

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

County Line

Day after Lunch

Our Wedding

Let’s set the scene. The year is 2011. The place, Austin Texas. Our story opens on a young man and woman, having dinner together for the first time at a little Mexican restaurant in a strip mall in Cedar Park, completely unaware that they have just embarked on what will turn out to be a nine-and-a-half hour long first date. 

Maggie and Hunter first connected on the online dating site OKCupid - Maggie messaged Hunter first! - and wasted no time in meeting up. That first meeting is now affectionately referred to as the “Pineapple Adventure.” After dinner, the couple changed venues to a nearby pub for drinks, having each decided that they weren’t ready for this date to be over yet. Maggie wasn’t sure what to order, so she asked Hunter to surprise her. Hunter, in his nervousness and excitement, could not for the life of him think of a good drink surprise, and so he asked the bartender to make or recommend something. Serendipitously, the bartender made a pineapple upside-down cake drink. 



Somehow, in the way that these things just magically happen, that particular drink inspired the two to go across the highway to HEB, buy a pineapple and a chef’s knife, and take it all over the city taking pictures with it. After hours of fun and pictures at many of Austin’s most memorable landmarks - The Capitol Building, Zilker Park, Toy Joy, The “Hi How Are You” Alien on the Drag, and others - they took the pineapple up to the cliffs overlooking the Pennybacker Bridge, cut it up, and ate it. 



After a month of dating and whirlwind romance, life conspired to separate our intrepid heroes. Maggie’s life took her to Indiana, while Hunter stayed in Austin. Years passed and the pair fell out of touch. Maggie pursued a degree in Economics at Indiana University while Hunter continued working at his family’s moving company. Other relationships came and went. 



Then, in February of 2017, came the reconnection. A facebook notification caught Hunter’s eye - “Today is Maggie Marsh’s birthday!” On a whim, he decided to send her a birthday message. She responded promptly and after a little conversation it 

was quickly clear to both of them - there was something there. Each of them realized “Wow, we have a lot more in common than I thought, way back when!” As their views on life were revealed to be incredibly aligned, facebook messages became texts became skype calls and before long, they were discussing a visit. Two months and 3 visits later, the two of them took their first road trip together, U-Haul trailer in tow, to move Maggie not only back to Texas but to her new home with Hunter.



For Maggie, it was like pieces of a puzzle suddenly clicking together and a beautiful picture being revealed. Here was a partner that she could love and support for a lifetime. For Hunter, it was like he had been trying to fit a square peg into a round hole all his life, like everything that came before was life in black and white. She made him feel like the world had magic in it again. He had found his perfect match. 



On September 1st, 2017, up on the same cliffs where their first (and second!) Pineapple Adventure came to a close, Hunter asked Maggie to marry him. Now, they are eagerly anticipating what Pineapple Adventures their future will hold.

The Pineapple Adventures

Hurricane Florence Relief

With Hurricane Florence heading towards the Carolinas, our hearts go out to those who will be affected. Please consider a donation to either the <a href="https://www.redcross.org/donate/hurricane-florence-donations.html/?cid=fy19hurflorence&amp;med=cpc&amp;source=google&amp;scode=rsg00000e017&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwlejcBRAdEiwAAbj6KRdkbXd7T2leHl37f1RSCQaAK3erVHtQPrYVob7oUQ4MD-Ys-en0khoCi7QQAvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;dclid=CK7R_vCguN0CFQS_wAodyVoF_Q" target="_blank">American Red Cross</a> or the <a href="https://secure.aspca.org/donate/2018-web-flo-res-fir-NL-P1?ms=wb_hom_position1-bre1-res-fir-flo-20180912&amp;initialms=wb_hom_position1-bre1-res-fir-flo-20180912&amp;pcode=WEBFLORENCE1.https://secure.aspca.org/donate/2018-web-flo-res-fir-NL-P1?ms=wb_hom_position1-bre1-res-fir-flo-20180912&amp;initialms=wb_hom_position1-bre1-res-fir-flo-20180912&amp;pcode=WEBFLORENCE1" target="_blank">ASPCA</a> for our animal friends.

Our Story

Details

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Registry

A stay at The Westin Austin Downtown places you in the heart of Austin, walking distance from Mexic Arte Museum and Esther's Follies.  This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Frost Bank Tower and Paramount Theater.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 366 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming are provided for your entertainment, with wired and wireless Internet access available for a surcharge. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include wireless Internet access (surcharge) and concierge services.Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from a poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include wired Internet access (surcharge), a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Austin? This hotel has 19000 square feet (1765 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms.

The Westin Austin Downtown

With a stay at The Driskill - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, you'll be centrally located in Austin, steps from Mexic Arte Museum and Paramount Theater.  This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Frost Bank Tower and Esther's Follies.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 189 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.Amenities Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a steam room and a 24-hour fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.Dining Enjoy a meal at a restaurant or in a coffee shop/café. Or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, limo/town car service, and express check-in.

The Driskill - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

With a stay at W Austin, you'll be centrally located in Austin, steps from Austin City Hall and Moody Theater.  This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of Austin Children's Museum and Frost Bank Tower.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 251 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and minibars. 42-inch flat-screen televisions with premium TV channels provide entertainment, with wired and wireless Internet access available for a surcharge. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.Amenities Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club and an outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.Dining Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge or a poolside bar. Breakfast is available for a fee.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Austin? This hotel has facilities measuring 10,500 square feet (1 square meters), including meeting rooms.

W Austin

Travel

Things to Do

Pineapple Adventures

Maggie & Hunter

Maggie & Hunter

Registry