Beach Bonfire

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

By Ford O'Brien 	Ford awoke in a cold sweat, sitting up and gasping for breath, his pillow wet with tears. “Egad, Lord above, how much loneliness can a soul bear?” He thought. “How much longer can I endure?”&nbsp;&nbsp;	Taking no heed from the original sin of Adam in the Garden of Eden, Ford likewise decided to take his fate into his own hands. It was time to hit the apps. With his admirably sharp wit, winning charm, and handsome figure, Ford found no trouble in procuring companionship for the evening. Her name was Melanie.&nbsp;Meanwhile...&nbsp;	Melanie rushed to fix her hair and finish her make up. A week in Beaumont and two dates already? She was late, but no matter! Surely this Ford would show politeness and be fashionably late as well. What sane person would care about showing up on time?&nbsp;&nbsp;	In fact, Melanie had been late to a date the night before—at this very same bar! “Are these suitors all the same?” Melanie wondered despondently. “I hope tonight fares better than the last.”&nbsp;	Making her way to their rendezvous, butterflies began to dance and flit about in her stomach with anxious delight. What does he look like? Will he be pleased by her countenance? “No, Melanie. Away with such flippant thoughts. He will surely be delighted by your beauty.”&nbsp;&nbsp;At last, she had arrived. Melanie espied Ford from afar, as she strode into destiny. Sucking down a deep breath, she made her way inside.&nbsp;&nbsp;Shortly afterward…&nbsp;	Ford sat at the table twiddling his thumbs, wondering what a guy had to do to get a beer around here. Little Woodrow’s, this place was called. It was a popular purveyor of potions to dispossess the local peoples of their parched dispositions. As our hero was gazing around, his eyes landed on his partner for the night and—as he would come to find out—the rest of his life.&nbsp;&nbsp;	All others in the establishment ceased their conversations immediately. The lights dimmed. Birds began to chirp outside. Bees began to buzz through the air with anticipation. Far-off trumpets brayed with joy at the meeting of this fateful tryst. Our heroine’s gold brown eyes shone in the moonlight, chocolate tresses of hair overlaying her flawless skin.&nbsp;&nbsp;He rose from his chair, gliding over to embrace his newfound love. Whether it was the gin and tonics, or a trick of the moonlight, Ford O’Brien proclaimed that very night that one day Melanie Zschappel would be his wife.&nbsp;&nbsp;Presently…&nbsp;	God, in His infinite wisdom and loving kindness, did not let our protagonists squander this wonderous opportunity. Instead, Providence extended its hand, as so many times before in the history of humanity. Love has won! Of which this marriage is just a reflection, the true portrait being the life and works of Jesus Christ.&nbsp;&nbsp;Amen!&nbsp;

The Night We Met

Our Story

Weekend Itinerary 

We are staying at the Bahia Hotel! It is a short two-minute walk from the beach and iconic Cabo locations such as The Office, Mango Deck, and Edith's Restaurante. Daily American breakfast is included and you will receive a 10% discount for all additional food and beverages at their fabulous restaurant, Bar Esquina, and in-house coffee shop. The hotel is affiliated with a beachfront restaurant, SUR Beach House, which is on a swimmable beachfront and offers chairs in the sand for guests to lay out and soak up the sun while enjoying their amazing food selection. You may walk to SUR or take one of the hotel's golf cart rides directly there at any time. Below is the link to book at the Bahia Hotel. If you have any issues, please let us know. We are able to able to adjust the room block count as needed. <a href="https://reservations.bahiacabo.com/?_gl=1*17lfkww*_gcl_au*MTAwNDMxMDg4Ni4xNzM3MTM4NjAw*_ga*MjA5MjA1ODg3LjE3MzcxMzg2MDA.*_ga_TH4QPVVLZP*MTczNzE0MzE5OC4yLjAuMTczNzE0MzE5OC42MC4wLjg4NDk0OTkwMA..&amp;adult=1&amp;arrive=2025-05-16&amp;chain=10237&amp;child=0&amp;currency=USD&amp;depart=2025-05-17&amp;group=2505MELANI&amp;hotel=41186&amp;level=hotel&amp;locale=en-US&amp;productcurrency=USD&amp;rooms=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://reservations.bahiacabo.com/?_gl=1*17lfkww*_gcl_au*MTAwNDMxMDg4Ni4xNzM3MTM4NjAw*_ga*MjA5MjA1ODg3LjE3MzcxMzg2MDA.*_ga_TH4QPVVLZP*MTczNzE0MzE5OC4yLjAuMTczNzE0MzE5OC42MC4wLjg4NDk0OTkwMA..&amp;adult=1&amp;arrive=2025-05-16&amp;chain=10237&amp;child=0¤cy=USD&amp;depart=2025-05-17&amp;group=2505MELANI&amp;hotel=41186&amp;level=hotel&amp;locale=en-US&amp;productcurrency=USD&amp;rooms=1</a>

Bahia Hotel & Beach House

Hotel Information

Below is the optional link to book your transportation from the airport to hotel with Impala Cabo: <a href="https://bit.ly/3DwsuOg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3DwsuOg</a> From Impala Cabo: To insert their reservation, guests must follow these steps:&nbsp;Click: “Guest List”Click: “Add your information”Click: “submit”&nbsp;It is very important for guests to be specific in the number of passengers arriving and departing, as well as the type of service desired (private or shared shuttle).

Airport Transportation

This the the beachfront restaurant associated with the hotel. At lunchtime they offer incredible sushi and dinner is also delicious! The hotel offers golf cart rides straight to the restaurant at any time throughout the day.

SUR Beach Club

($$) The hotel restaurant! Delicious food and wonderful service. You will receive 10% off here.

Bar Esquina

($$) One of Ford and I's favorite taco spots! We highly recommend the bone marrow tacos and a Mezcalita to drink. A short two minute walk from the hotel.

La Lupita Taco & Mezcal

($$) The most delicious asian inspired dining!

Chubby Noodle Cabo

($$$) A Cabo classic on the water and a short two minute walk from the hotel!

The Office on the Beach

($$$) A fabulous authentic Mexican style restaurant!

Los Tres Gallos

($$$) One of the Zschappel family's absolute favorite restaurants in Cabo. Owned by a French chef. Highly recommend the 8-Course dinner sample meal and Mezcal Sangria. Reservations are recommended.

Melanie & Ford

Melanie & Ford

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