Mystic Acres Barn

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Summer

#TakingStodghilltotheBank

While we love your little ones dearly, we kindly ask that our wedding be an adults-only celebration. We hope this gives you a chance to relax, let loose, and enjoy the evening with us! Thank you for understanding and for being such an important part of our lives.

Our Wedding

Maurice and Raquel’s love story began in October 2019, a time when neither of them expected to find love but were open to the possibility. Maurice, originally from Locust Grove, Georgia, had always known the charm of small-town life, where everyone seemed to know everyone else . Raquel, on the other hand, hailed from Macon, Georgia, a city rich in history and culture, just about an hour’s drive away. Their first encounter happened at Tommy Hilfiger. Where Raquel had been employed there for two years at the time as a Floor Supervisor and Maurice came in during seasonal just looking for a part time job while he worked his full time job. They met casually at first, exchanging small talk in a group, but there was an undeniable spark. Maurice was drawn to Raquel’s warmth and how effortlessly she connected with everyone around her. Raquel, in turn, found herself intrigued by Maurice’s easygoing nature and the way he carried himself with a quiet confidence. Their conversation flowed naturally, and by the end of the night, both felt like they had known each other much longer than just a few hours. The next few weeks were filled with long phone calls and spontaneous trips to see each other. As October gave way to February , their bond deepened. Despite coming from different towns, the connection they shared felt like it had been written in the stars. Both came from close-knit communities, with values rooted in family, loyalty, and the simple joys of life. Those shared values laid the foundation for something strong, and soon enough, they both realized that they had found in each other not just love, but a best friend. What started as a chance encounter during an autumn evening blossomed into a lasting relationship, grounded in mutual respect, understanding, and, of course, love. Their story is a testament to how sometimes the most unexpected meetings can lead to the most beautiful connections.

Love at First Sight

Our Story

Photos

Chelsea Banks

Ciera Moore

Tyra Thornton

Clarissa Walton

Shaina Willis

Shakethia Duffie

Joshua Elliot 

Amari Stodghill

Tahj Roberts

Naterrious Stodghill

Courtney Stodghill

Jerrod Newsome

Denise Lingo

James Lingo

Latonya Harris 

Veronica Stodghill

Nathaniel Stodghill

Wedding Party

Q + A

Family and friends can now book their stay at the Historic Griffin Hotel for the Banks/Stodghill Wedding! 🗓️ Dates: 	•	Check-in: September 18 or 19 	•	Check-out: September 20 🏨 Rate: $129.00 per night 📞 To Book: Call 470-771-3340 🔑 Booking Name: Banks/Stodghill Wedding Be sure to mention the wedding block when booking to receive the special rate!

Historic Griffin Hotel

Hotel Room Block

Things to Do

Registry

Raquel & Maurice

Raquel & Maurice

R&M

Wedding Day

Reception