The Kent

Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

An Ode to Conquering Long Distance

Our story sounds about as 21st century as it gets. Pat and I were paired in the wedding for our best friends, Lucas and Katie Read. Rather than waiting until the wedding, Pat took the wise advice of Lucas and slid into my DMs in January 2021. From that point on, long distance began. Pat and I texted daily and Facetimed weekly. On February 25, we call this our first date. Per Pat, this was the Facetime call where he knew I was serious as I told him I wanted to come visit him while he was at TBS in Quantico. On Easter weekend, we met for our first time in-person in Columbus, Ohio, which was our halfway point between Milwaukee, Wisconsin (where I lived) and Quantico, Virginia (where Pat lived). It was there that we realized we wanted to really pursue this relationship. After several moves for the both of us and traveling back and forth to see each other, we started to grow closer with each other's families and spent the holidays in Albany, Georgia, and Memphis, Tennessee. Starting shortly after the New Year, we began to realize that a DM slide was turning into seeing a future with one another. In April 2022, Pat started getting the ball rolling and asked my dad and family for their blessing to marry me. Exactly one year from when Pat met my family for the first time, Pat asked me to marry him at Shelby Farms in Memphis, Tennessee. I surprisingly had absolutely NO idea but it was the best surprise of my life. Pat's parents drove up and he was able to get my family and some of my closest friends together to celebrate our engagement.

Now, Pat and I are stationed in San Diego, California, and planning the wedding of our dreams with our sweet pup, Tank! We can't wait to share this day with all of you.

Our Story

Photos

Here are the people that we have chosen to be a part of our special day. We are so thankful for each of them and the impact they have and continue to make on our lives.

Ally Parker

Bobby Stanford

Haley Stanford

Lucas Read

Katie Read

Ryan Whaley

Kendall Hammett

Jamie McCormick

Micah Ward

Erik Witte

Stephanie Huber

Jack Parker

Kendra Williams

Davidson Granberry

Alyssa Schaller

Will Strawn

Katie Schaller

Jacob Blevins

Annelise Parker

Mitchell Schaller

Trace Parker

Wedding Party

Q + A

Our hotel block is full and rooms in the block had to be released as stated by May 3. The venue is on 61 Keel Street in Downtown Memphis so any hotels off Main Street or Front Street are recommended.

Travel

We wanted to supply a list of things to do in Downtown Memphis, near our venue! If you want to go outside Downtown Memphis, there are plenty of things to do as well, i.e. explore Elvis's home in Graceland, midtown bars and restaurants, the burbs. There is plenty to do so let us know if you want some more spots to see!

If you don't have a car, we ask that you use Uber or Lyft to get around downtown Memphis! Stay safe and have fun!

Uber/Lyft

Tourist Things to Do

BB King's - Great BBQ and Blues musicRum Boogie Cafe - Live music with bar foodSilky O'Sullivan's - A true favorite with a piano bar and live musicTin Roof - A country bar and a club combined.... for the wild souls

Beale Street

The Peabody Hotel is one of the most historic hotels in the U.S and one of Madi's favorite spots in Memphis to take visitors. Go walk through the shops, get coffee, food or drinks, and most importantly, watch the ducks (everyday at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.)!

The Peabody Memphis

The Riverfront is getting renovated and should be completed by spring 2023! A great place for a walk, run, bike ride and exploring!

Downtown Riverfront

For the tourists! Bass Pro used to be the Pyramid where the Grizzlies played.

Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid

The Birthplace of Rock'n'Roll. A great tour to see where legends recorded like BB King, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Johnny Cash!

Sun Studio

The tour is extremely moving to see the history of the Civil Rights Movement.

National Civil Rights Museum

Restaurants

Madi's favorite BBQ spot! (My favorite is the BBQ pork nachos!)

Charlie Vergos' Rendezvous

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

Cute lil sliders of all varieties!

Slider Inn - Downtown

A boujee dinner spot. Make sure you make reservations! Need food or wine recommendations? Ask Kendra Williams!

Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar

Bar Scene

Soul & Spirits Brewery

A Madi and Pat favorite... all the beers (and big pretzels)!

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

Great brewery near The Kent and Mud Island!

Grind City Brewing Co.

Some of you may remember this spot as this is where Ally and Jack had their after party after their wedding. This is one of Madi's favorite spots, especially since it is right next to where she used to live!

Loflin Yard

Late night dance club with bright lights, smoke and loud music!

Paula & Raiford's Disco

Sports

The Grindhouse where the Grizzlies play! (Hopefully) Catch a game during your stay!

FedExForum

The home of Memphis Redbirds and 901 FC. Another great spot to enjoy sports!

Patrick & Madi

Patrick & Madi

Q + A

What should I wear?

Where are the ceremony and the reception taking place?

Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?

What happens after the ceremony?

What time should I arrive?

Where should guests park? Is parking free?

Do you have a hotel block for guests? Where do you recommend I stay?

Where are you registered?

What time is the ceremony?

How do I know if I am invited?