Eagle Glen Golf Club

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Winter

Our Wedding

Their love story began in July 2018 at a Victoria Gardens’ Starbucks, where Mellissa and Ion's first date turned into an enchanting six-hour stroll around the mall, filled with deep conversations and shared laughter. Despite Mellissa's upcoming move for grad school, Ion's determination to nurture their connection prevailed. They soon became inseparable, embarking on thrilling adventures and moments that solidified their bond. Ion became a constant presence in Mellissa's life, visiting her parents' home every night on his way home from work. In December, Mellissa had to choose between graduate programs in Colorado and North Carolina. Ion's unwavering support led him to secure a job in Colorado, and they took a leap of faith by relocating together to a new state after just a year of dating.&nbsp; Their first two years in Colorado were filled with adventures and challenges, from adopting kittens to weathering the trials of grad school during a pandemic. The next two years brought incredible growth as they worked together on their shared dream for a greener future in the alternative energy sector. Finally, in July 2022, Ion proposed to Mellissa at the Trevi Fountain in Rome, and she joyfully accepted. In the Summer of 2023 they returned to California to embark on the next chapter of their journey, ready to build a life together in the place where their love story began.

Our Story

Engagement Photos

Shelby

Charlie

Sara

Jonathan

Emilie

Nick

Araceli

Hayden

Olivia

Jake

Julia

Denholm

Emeline

Allie

Samantha

Mia Basa

Wedding Party

Q + A

This is the closest airport to the wedding venue and is much easier to navigate than LAX!

Ontario International Airport

Travel

Disneyland Park

This is the mall that Ion and Mellissa had their first date! They met at Starbucks and spent hours walking and talking around the mall. If you['re heading here, check out Afters Icecream for ice cream inside of a donut!

Mellissa & Ion

Mellissa & Ion

M&I