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Our Wedding

Michael and Payton met in July of 2020, which was the year of a worldwide pandemic. In what was a time of isolation, they were lucky enough to find each other. Michael took Payton on their first date to a beautiful steakhouse looking over the city called Castaways in Burbank, CA. Although little did he know that just a week before the date, Payton decided she was becoming a pescatarian and actually ordered tofu and broccolini at this expensive steakhouse. Nonetheless they had a great time and realize they wanted to continue to see each other everyday after that. August 8th, 2020 was the day Michael asked Payton to officially be his girlfriend.

Where it began 

<p>Michael knew Payton had been wanting to go wine tasting for quite some time. This trip to the winery was going to be better than she could have ever imagined. What she thought was a tour of the winery was actually a thoughtfully planned proposal. Their families lined up at the entrance of the villa with a rose and a note to Payton with the reason why they each loved her. Michael took Payton to the balcony of the villa where she read everyone’s notes to her. It was then that Michael said “now that you know why they all love you, I want you to know the reasons I love you…”. He then took her hands, got down on one knee and asked her to marry him. She of course said YES! </p>

The Proposal 

<p>August of 2024 Payton and Michael decided to have an intimate civil wedding at the beautiful Santa Barbara courthouse. A beautiful day surrounded by family and a time to celebrate their love and excitement to be husband and wife. Now in August of 2025 they look forward to being able to celebrate with you all and be married in the church to dedicate their love and relationship with God.</p>

Payton & Michael

Payton & Michael

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1535 Santa Barbara St., Santa Barbara CA 93101