The two shall become one.    (Mark 10:6–8)

Having God as a witness of our love and under his blessing.

WEDDING CEREMONY 

RECEPTION 

Our Wedding

In August 2012 Mary walks into Wells Fargo looking for her friend who was a personal banker to help her with a transaction. Instead she found Phillip who was eager to help this beautiful latin girl who just walked into the bank. As expected Phillip got a little flustered with this pretty Colombian sitting in front of him and couldn’t resolve the issue she came into the bank for, however he did manage to ask her for her business card. Several days later they went on their first date and thus the journey began. It hasn’t always been sunshine and clear skies but something always kept these two together or at least within contact of each other. In January 2023, Phillip and Mary took a vacation to the Galapagos Islands and with God’s guidance they officially got back together. Six months later Mary thought she was simply going on the family’s bi-annual vacation to the Outer Banks in North Carolina but little did she know that Phillip was going to propose to her at her favorite place in the entire world, the beach. People always say when you know, you know. And God says, it’s not on your time but on my time and my timing is perfect. So on the night of Tuesday June 27th they took a walk on the beach while most everyone went to bed and Phillip proposed and Mary said yes. With their relationship to God and each other, they are both looking towards the future and to the day they say,”I DO”.

Our Story

Our Photos

Claudia Gulley 

Brad Rhea 

Spring Rice 

Jeff Rhea

Heather Larsen 

Clare Bonnard 

Amanda Causey 

Russ Nygard

Samantha Bean 

Kenneth Johnson

You are unable to attend at this time but we will have a celebration in Colombia along with the rest of the family.  I love you mom.

Nidia Giraldo De Valencia 

Wedding Party

DO YOU HAVE A WEDDING REGISTRY?We are humbled to have you join us on our special day, and your presence is truly present enough. However, if you feel so obliged to give a gift, please consider contributing to our wedding fund. WHAT IS THE MOST VIABLE AIRPORT FOR OUT-OF-STATE TRAVELERS?Norfolk International Airport it’s 100 miles from Corolla NC.Raleigh International Airport it’s 243 miles from Corolla NC. WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?Arrival time no later than 4:30pm (this will allow time to get situated at the beach where the ceremony will take place). Ceremony starts promptly at 5:00pm. WHERE TO PARK?No parking available at the venue. We ask our guests to park at the Harris Teeter parking lot at601 Currituck Clubhouse Dr, Corolla, NC 27927.We ask you to arrive 45 minutes prior to the ceremony and text 443-254-2190 if you need to be shuttled from the parking lot to the event home where the ceremony and reception will take place. WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE LIKE THIS TIME OF YEAR?Daily temperatures typically stay in the high 60s during the day, making it a fantastic month to relax and enjoy the great outdoors without the searing summer heat. WHERE ARE THE CEREMONY AND THE RECEPTION TAKING PLACE?The Ceremony will be at the beach.The Reception outdoor on covered porch by the pool.(provided good weather) WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE CEREMONY?After the ceremony, guests may relax by the beach or walk back to the house for appetizers and beverages while the bridal party will be taking pictures nearby for around an hour. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CAN’T MAKE IT?We understand, and your presence will be missed! If you can not make it to the wedding, please let us know as soon as possible and RSVP “no,” so we can plan accordingly.” WHEN IS THE RSVP DEADLINE?We ask that you respond as soon as you can, yet only need responses by January 31st 2024 WILL FOOD AND DRINKS BE SERVED AT THE RECEPTION? WHAT KIND OF FOOD?There will be barbecue buffet style with an array of soft drinks, beer and wine will also be available. Guests are welcome to bring their own liquor. CAN I TAKE PICTURES DURING THE CEREMONY TO POST ON SOCIAL MEDIA?Pictures and videos are allowed during the reception and the ceremony. Please share with the bride and groom. We would like to have some pictures and videos before we receive the professional pictures from the photographer. ARE THERE PLUS ONES?Due to venue constrictions, we ask for only the people who are directly invited to attend. Note multiple people may be on an invitation.

Q + A

HOTELS INFORMATION   Feel free to check out AirBnB's or other rental options--these hotels are just suggestions--there are no block of rooms at any of them so feel free to pick others that may better fit your needs.  Hampton Inn & Suites Outer Banks/Corolla https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/obxnchx-hampton-suites-outer-banks-corolla/ 333 Audubon Drive, Corolla, NC, 27927 252-453-6565   The Inn at Corolla https://www.innatcorolla.com/ 1066 Ocean Trail, Corolla, NC 27927 252-453-3340  Sanderling Resort https://www.sanderling-resort.com/ 1461 Duck Road, Duck, NC 27949 877-903-3450

AIRPORT INFORMATION Norfolk it’s 100 miles from Corolla, NC Raleigh it’s 243 miles from Corolla, NC

Travel & Lodging

In loving memory of Leonel Valencia 

Father of the bride 

You will be missed on this special day but your love and presence will be there in spirit. I love you dad.

Dedication

Registry

Wedding Pictures

Honeymoon pictures 

Mary & Phillip

Mary & Phillip

Honeymoon pictures

Honeymoon pictures coming soon!