Wedding Day

Fallasburg Park

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

Photos by Bending the Branches Storytelling

Photos

Sean and Olivia were Instagram friends for years — casually liking each other’s posts and occasionally exchanging a message. One day, Sean sent a simple “How are you doing?” that turned into hours of conversation… and then days… and then months. They finally met in person in February of 2018 and quickly realized this was something special.For the next year and a half, they made a long-distance relationship work between Illinois and Michigan, filled with late-night FaceTimes, weekend visits, and way too many miles on their cars. When Sean was offered a job in Michigan, he made the move, not just to a new state, but right into the home Olivia shared with her mom.Yes, their love story includes a season of living with her Mom, and yes, everyone survived!In October 2020, they bought their first home together and settled into life as a couple: part grown-up, part goofy, fully in love.In the years that followed, they slowly made their house a home. They hosted Halloween parties, traveled to new places, and took a few trips back up to the UP; always finding time for adventure, even in the midst of everyday life.Fast forward to the summer of 2024. They took a trip to the Upper Peninsula and stayed in a tiny cabin on the bay of L’Anse. Sean had planned to propose at a beach they’d discovered on a previous trip, a peaceful spot dotted with stacked stone towers. But when they arrived, the road there was completely flooded. Sean tried everything: scouting a detour, tossing rocks to check the depth, even considering pushing the limits of the Subaru… but the beach would have to wait.So they kept exploring. After a few too-windy stops, they found a quiet little beach off the side of the road. Olivia searched for beach glass while Sean drew their names in the sand. After a while, he asked if she was ready to head out. As they walked back to the car, Sean suddenly said, “Wait! You missed one!”Olivia turned to look and found him down on one knee.Of course, she said yes! It was the easiest “yes” and just the beginning of their next big adventure.Now they can’t wait to celebrate with the people they love most!

Our Story

Kendrah Holtzlander

Luis Cortina

Fabiola Avitia Escobedo

Wedding Party

Q + A

Semi-Formal

Dress Code

What Do We Recommend?

If you’re traveling to celebrate with us, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we truly mean it! You’re not a bother at all. We’re more than happy to help you figure out where to stay.Some of you are family or friends visiting Michigan for the first time, and we want to make it as easy as possible.We’re also getting married over a holiday weekend! While Lowell is a beautiful small town, hotel options nearby are limited. We encourage you to consider local Airbnb or Vrbo rentals for a comfortable stay.If you’d like, you might even extend your visit to explore the “big” city of Grand Rapids or simply relax and enjoy an extra day in Michigan.

A stay at Main Street Inn places you in the heart of Lowell. Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have hair dryers and bathrobes. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily. Enjoy a satisfying meal at Easy Street serving guests of Main Street Inn. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Fallasburg Park is about 4.5 miles away from The Main Street Inn.

Main Street Inn

Rooted in historical tradition, the newly constructed Ada Hotel was built as a gathering place for neighbors and travelers alike. With 36 beautifully furnished one-bed king and two-bed queen rooms, guests will feel right at home in this cozy three-floor, 37,000-square-foot boutique hotel. The Ada Hotel also offers two restaurants and a lounge making it the perfect place to pop in for happy hour, work remotely, or relax for days on end. And with all of Ada waiting to graciously greet you, endless adventure, delicious discoveries, and lovely landscapes await outside your door. The Ada Hotel is located about 9.5 miles away from Fallasburg Park.

Ada Hotel

Travel

Registry

Things to Do

Olivia + Sean

Olivia + Sean

Dress Code

Semi-Formal