Our Wedding Day

Semi-private Ceremony

I.D.E.S. Hall

Reception

Falkowski Cottage

After Party

Our Wedding

Reno and Daniella first met in the parking lot of Skyline College, right before going on the hike that would change their lives forever. To tell this story, we have to first introduce the couple who introduced us, Myra and Tony. Myra and Daniella had been best friends since the second grade, and Tony was Myra's boyfriend of 6 years at the time (they're now married with baby). Tony also happens to be Reno's older brother. See where this is going? It was a Sunday morning in April of 2018, and Myra asked Daniella if she wanted to go on a hike with Tony and his brother, Reno. Daniella obliged, and upon meeting Reno, felt a spark of something unexplainable the moment his hand touched hers. It was the 4th of July that same year that catapulted their relationship. After a day of fun, lots of drinks, and fireworks at Rockaway Beach, Reno and Daniella shared their first kiss. They became official on July 21, 2018 at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, where Reno asked Daniella to be his girlfriend. Through their dating years, Reno and Daniella enjoyed traveling America by car. They've been to 17 states so far and hope to get to all 50 one day. In January of 2022, they bought their dream fixer-upper cottage in the woods, and they're on a journey to building a home they can enjoy together forever. Then came that very special day, July 29th, 2022 - Daniella's 32nd birthday. She was watering her plants in the garden of the cottage, when she heard her name. She turned around, and there was Reno, on one knee. "Will you marry me?" Her response was not yes, but, through simultaneous tears, laughter, and utter disbelief, "you've made all my dreams come true!" We're excited for you to celebrate with us as we write this next chapter of our love story on September 9, 2023.

Our Love Story

Our Story

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Myra and Daniella met when they were eight and remained best friends ever since. Soon, they'll be sisters-in-law. Myra is mom to our Ring Bearer, Evander and wife to Groomsman, Tony.

Myra

Jon and Reno have been good friends for over twenty years. They've supported each other through good times, hard times, and all of life's in betweens, and Reno's wedding day will be no different.

Jon (Turtle)

Sabrina is Daniella's sister and the most stylish person she knows. She is also super-mom to our Ring Bearer, Luca. 

Sabrina

Tony is Reno's genius older brother, dad to our Ring Bearer, Evander, and husband to Maid of Honor, Myra.

Tony

Nicole is Daniella's cousin, the first best friend she ever had. She's also mom to Junior Bridesmaid, Elizabeth.

Nicole

Rico is Reno's middle brother and father to Junior Groomsmen, Isaiah and Zackary, Junior Bridesmaid, Stella, and Flower Girl, Skyler. 

Rico

Minky is Daniella's cousin and her eternal vacation roomie.

Bernadette (Minky) 

Aman is Reno's brother (from another mother). Reno is the Godfather to Aman's four girls.

Aman

Christina is Daniella's cousin, friend, and mom to our Flower Girl, Gisela.

Christina

David was Reno's first childhood friend. They met on the playground and have remained close ever since.

David

No matter how far apart (Cali to Colorado), Whitney and Daniella's friendship will last for infinity.

Whitney

Joe is one of Reno's childhood friends. They met in the neighborhood and have been friends ever since.

Katie and Daniella have been friends since childhood, when their moms became besties.

Katie

Rob and Reno have been friends since elementary school. Through the years, they've grown to be more like brothers.

Elizabeth is Daniella's kind, intelligent, and funny niece, and Daniella is her Tia Lala. 

Elizabeth

Juan is Reno's long-time family friend. He's always there when Reno needs a helping hand.

Juan

Stella is Reno's sweet niece, and Daniella can't wait to be her Tia.

Stella

Isaiah is Reno's first nephew, the one who made him an 'Unkie'. Unkie will always enjoy teaching Isaiah new life skills.

Isaiah

Jr is Reno's nephew. They share a special bond, and even made up their own secret language.

Zackary (Jr)

Our littlest nephew, Evander will help carry our wedding rings down the aisle on our big day.

Evander

Our (less little) nephew, Luca will help carry our wedding rings down the aisle on our big day.

Luca

Our niece and Daniella's Goddaughter, Gisela will line the aisle with flower petals on our big day.

Gisela

Our niece Skyler will help line the aisle with flower petals on our big day.

Skyler

Wedding Party

Q + A

Near Harley Farms Goat Dairy. Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with bathtubs or showers are provided. Located in Pescadero. This inn is 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Big Basin Redwoods State Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Pescadero State Beach.

Pescadero Creek Inn

This is a private cottage rental in the woods, very close to our home and the reception area. If you're interested in making it a getaway weekend, this might be the spot for you! There's only one house on the property, so if you think this is something you'd enjoy, book early.

The Cottage at Where Water Falls

Near Pelican Point Beach. Make yourself at home in one of the 261 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and Smart televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. When you stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Pelican Point Beach. This 5-star hotel is 2.4 mi from Half Moon Bay State Beach and 5.5 mi from Dunes Beach.

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Near Half Moon Bay State BeachMake yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. When you stay at Zaballa House in Half Moon Bay, you'll be near the beach. This bed &amp; breakfast is 4.4 mi from Pillar Point Harbor and 6.3 mi from Mavericks Beach.

Zaballa House

Half Moon Bay Lodge

Travel

A great local place to take the kiddos! They'll get to pet goats and experience a working dairy farm. Plus, you can shop a variety of handmade, organic, local products.

Harley Farms Goat Dairy

Lemos Farm

Great place to hike, camp, and sight-see.

Memorial County Park

About one hour south on Highway 1, you can enjoy a day of rides, games, and food by the beach.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Things to Do

Registry

I've dreamed of getting married since I was a little girl, and throughout the years, my mind's imagination would conjure limitless visions of big dresses, colorful decorations, and fairytale moments. Of course, as we age our styles and preferences change, as was the truth in the case of trying to figure out the theme of our wedding. I can't speak for other brides, but for me, once I met the man, the vision changed. My goal is for our day to reflect us as a couple. And that brings me to our theme. I just couldn't go down one road for the most important day of our lives, so instead we're going to take our guests on a topsy turvy journey down a windy road I'm calling "The Enchanted Forest Storybook Romance Wedding of Our Dreams".

Reno + Daniella

Reno + Daniella

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