Wild Horse Saloon

Wedding Day

Wedding

The Wild Horse

Reception

Our Wedding

Sergey and I met years ago at a paranormal event. In June of 2016 our paths crossed again through a series of misadventures that we like to call fate. We had an instant connection that was electric yet so natural. We dated long distance for several months. In October of 2016 we moved in together. He took on the role of a positive male role model to my boys. On September the 1st 2017, Sergey proposed. We are best friends, lovers, and everything to each other.

Our Story

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Darcy Backinger

we are proud to have Doug officiate our wedding ceremony. 

Doug Krizovich

Evan German

Wendy Williams

Graham Allen

Monica Grainger

Name withheld for privacy purposes 

Shade Gillians

Wedding Party

Q + A

Registry

With a stay at Festiva's Ellington at Wachesaw East Resort in Murrells Inlet, you'll be next to a golf course and close to Pier at Garden City and Indigo Creek Golf Club.  This family-friendly condo is within the vicinity of Tupelo Bay Golf Center and Brookgreen Gardens.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 200 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private patios. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Practice your swing on the golf course or dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or 2 spa tubs. Additional amenities at this condo include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.Dining You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of Festiva's Ellington at Wachesaw East Resort, or stop in at a snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Festiva's Ellington at Wachesaw East Resort

With a stay at Hampton Inn Murrells Inlet/Myrtle Beach Area in Murrells Inlet, you'll be near the beach and close to Pier at Garden City and Indigo Creek Golf Club.  This hotel is within the vicinity of Tupelo Bay Golf Center and Hudson's Surfside Flea Market.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 72 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.Dining A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is served daily.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Murrells Inlet? This hotel has facilities measuring 312 square feet (28 square meters), including a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.

Hampton Inn Murrells Inlet/Myrtle Beach Area

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express And Suites - Myrtle Beach in Garden City, you'll be convenient to Pier at Garden City and Indigo Creek Golf Club.  This hotel is within close proximity of Tupelo Bay Golf Center and Hudson's Surfside Flea Market.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 71 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets, and all rooms are furnished with single sofa beds. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.Amenities Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a fitness center.Dining Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Holiday Inn Express And Suites - Myrtle Beach.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Holiday Inn Express And Suites - Myrtle Beach

With a stay at Sea Mystique in Garden City (Garden City Beach), you'll be minutes from Pier at Garden City and close to Tupelo Bay Golf Center.  This beach condo is within close proximity of Hudson's Surfside Flea Market and Wild Water and Wheels.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 11 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Rooms have private balconies. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.Amenities Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator (lift). Free self parking is available onsite.

Sea Mystique

A stay at Garden City Inn places you in the heart of Garden City, convenient to Pier at Garden City and Tupelo Bay Golf Center.  This beach hotel is within close proximity of Hudson's Surfside Flea Market and Wild Water and Wheels.Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 34 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.Amenities Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a picnic area.Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Garden City Inn

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Dine like a rock star among pop, soul, and rock 'n' roll memorabilia like costumes and instruments from your favorite musicians at the Hard Rock Cafe. Skip the lines with priority seating and enjoy a classic meal and a dessert.
Don't wait for a seat—with priority access, you can zip past the crowds and cozy up to your table in no time. As you wait for your cheeseburger, grilled chicken sandwich, or salad, listen to the music playing over the speakers and peruse the wide variety of rock 'n' roll memorabilia.
After dessert, take another look around. View classic items on display, like a pair of black leather lace-up boots once worn by Johnny Cash, a soundboard from RCA's historic Studio B, and an autographed guitar from Joe Perry of Aerosmith.
Sample menu includes:
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<li>Hard Rock Burger with seasoned fries</li>
<li>Hickory smokehouse sandwich with tender, hand-pulled smoked chicken with hickory barbecue sauce on toasted brioche</li>
<li>The Texan: your choice of hickory-smoked pulled pork or chicken with chipotle barbecue sauce, cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, crispy fried jalapeños, and onions on toasted brioche</li>
<li>Chicken Caesar salad tossed with grilled chicken and parmesan cheese</li>
<li>Chef's dessert</li>
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Dining at Hard Rock Cafe Myrtle Beach with Priority Seating

Delve into an underwater adventure with the incredible aquatic displays of Ripley's Aquarium. Check out snappy piranhas, giant Pacific octopuses, fearsome sharks, and colorful tropical fish in their tranquil, undersea habitats, plus enjoy a hands-on encounter with prehistoric horseshoe crabs and gentle stingrays.
Home to all kinds of exciting marine creatures, Ripley’s Aquarium is a state-of-the-art facility that lets visitors of all ages come face-to-face with underwater creatures from around the globe. Watch for the ferocious leopard and bonnethead sharks, giant stingrays, and gentle green sea turtles in the Dangerous Reef as you wind through a 340-foot (103.6-m) long underwater tunnel.
In the Rio Amazon display, watch for piranhas, poison-dart frogs, and other creatures that thrive in the lush and humid rainforest. In the Living Gallery, admire the strange and stunning creatures that call the reef home, from camouflaged weedy sea dragons to a long-tentacled giant Pacific octopus. At Rainbow Rock, spot flitting orange clownfish, spiky pufferfish, and bright angelfish among the delicate corals.
Little visitors can channel their inner marine biologist as they roll up their sleeves and gently hold onto a horseshoe crab in the Discovery Center, an interactive playground with puzzles and games. Check the schedule to see what feedings and shows are going on during your visit, and be sure to stop at Friendship Flats, where you can pet gentle stingrays in the shallows.

Admission to Ripley's Aquarium of Myrtle Beach

Watch the rising sun spill its rays across the South Carolina coast while gliding across the surface on a stand-up paddleboard. Grab your paddle and set out for a memorable journey on the serene waters just off the coast of Myrtle Beach, with a knowledgeable guide at the lead.
Rise early and make your way to Springmaid Pier, where your friendly guide is waiting with all the necessary equipment you need to have a great morning out on the water. After a brief orientation, step onto your board and dip your paddle into the glistening water of surrounding Murrells Inlet, propelling yourself along the ocean's gentle current. Local wildlife thrives in this part of the coast, so keep your eyes open for sea creatures making appearances.
Take a laid-back approach to exploring and discovering the immense beauty of the South Carolina coast at sunrise throughout your tour. Listen as your guide enlightens you with facts about the area and its history while feeling at one with Mother Nature and the sounds of the ocean. Drift back to shore and end your experience with an entire day ahead of you to enjoy.

Sunrise Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour

Bring your long-held dreams to life as you learn to surf from expert instructors. Paddle out on the water and listen for key pointers and tips to handle each approaching wave, and then &quot;hang ten&quot; as you ride a wave in the beautiful Atlantic Ocean.
Start on the beach and learn the fundamental components of surfing technique. Listen to your expert surfing instructor as they provide you with guidance on how to paddle efficiently, pop up on your board, maintain control, and &quot;read&quot; the incoming waves. Commit these principles to memory as you begin to develop your own awareness.
Take advantage of expert training from CPR and First Aid-certified surf professionals. Your instructors are passionate about your success and cater the lesson to bring your surfing ability to the next level, even if it's your first day in the ocean. Once the dry lesson is complete, discuss ocean safety and the current conditions before paddling out into the water. Catch a wave, stand up on your board, and glide with the confidence of a new-found ability.

Melissa & Sergey

Melissa & Sergey

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