Welcome Dinner (for all)

Wedding Day

Domus Laeta 

Ceremony

Reception

Domus Laeta (“The Happy House”) is an historic residence built in 1600. It still belongs to the d’Aulisio family, “Lord of the Manor of Giungano”, the town founded by the inhabitants of Paestum. Facing south, Domus Laeta has an enchanting view right down to the sea. This ancient architectural structure still has original stables and mangers, oil-mill, cellars and bread ovens, as well as watch-towers and embrasures along the walls. The ancient water reservoir, located in the garden by the well–spring, has been turned into a swimming pool with hydromassage.

Our Wedding

Rewinding back to late February 2021: We still had to wear masks, but life was getting back to normal. After a long time of solitude, people were going out again. However, meeting and dating someone was even more challenging than ever. Casually introducing yourself and talking to somebody was no longer the social norm. People were sticking to their own crowds, leaving the dating world solelyi online. Enter: Bumble, Samantha &amp; Simon After a few days of exchanging messages, Simon boldly suggested they meet in person. Normally, Sam would have thought to wait a bit before meeting, but thankfully someone had just given her some great advice about online dating. Advice that was given: Do not get caught up in lengthy conversations online. Talk for maybe a couple days and then meet face to face (in a very public location of course). Per her loved ones advice, Sam went on her first date with Simon. It was her first online date ever! Simon picked the spot, a Billard hall. Our date ended after about four hours of conversation, laughter and playing pool (Full disclosure, Simon kicked Sams butt in just about every game). Even though Sam ran out the door (as Simon recalls it) he immediately texted her to make sure she had a good time and to schedule another date. For the next date, Sam chose the location. Despite her scratched cornea, the second date at the comedy club was a success. It ended with Sam defending her honor and kicking Simons butt in cornhole (She apparently only needed one eye). Frequently messaging over the next few days, the third date was soon to come. The plan was to have Simon meet Sams friends to see if they approved, and to confirm that he was not a serial murder. He passed with flying colors. Later that evening, they ended the night with a kiss. This was the moment that they began their future together! As they say - the rest is history Dating in a pandemic presented unique challenges, but also offered an opportunity to learn about each other on a deep, intimate and authentic level. Together, weve discovered that the best adventures are the ones we create with each other and feel so grateful to have one another. Join us next June as we say, I do and kick off the next phase of our life together! Come enjoy all the great food, wine, and history Italy has to offer. We are so excited to share this day, and this trip with all of you!!! -Sam &amp; Simon

HOW IT ALL STARTED....

How we met

There is no remedy for love but to love more.                           Our first dance

Loved you yesterday, love you still, always have, ALWAYS WILL!!  The day we had our First KISS

First birthday together!!! Cowboys & Cowgirls theme!!

It's always better when we're together!!!

First family photo

First Winery!!!!!

First trip together: FL

Our first show

First time to Mt. Washington

First luau party!!!!

First rehearsal dinner together

First team sport: Kickball 

Win some, lose some!!!

Our first couples' trip to SixFlags 

First Halloween!!! Sandy & Danny

First race!!

First birthday celebration in our home

Our first Great Gatsby party together

Sledding =)

First time horseback riding together!!

First Euro trip: Paris

First trip to Germany: Oktoberfest 

First trip to NYC together!!

First St. Pattrick's day 

“When you realize you want to spend the rest of your life with somebody, you want the rest of your life to start as soon as possible.”

Record of our love

Heather Adams

Sam is an amazing friend, mother and wife.
Best adjectives to describe her.... determined, caring, honest, selfless, funny, supportive and trustworthy.
No one in the world like her


Samantha Grimke

Amanda Dowden

Gina Matusevich

Frankie Bowyer

Derek Valinsky

Feraidoon Khalili

Danny Krishan

Wedding Party

Travel tips/how to spend less

Country House Felicia (3 MIN FROM VENUE)

B&b Panta rei (9 MIN FROM VENUE)

Bed & Breakfast Casa 73 (11 MIN FROM VENUE)

Trentinara Cilento (12 MIN FROM VENUE)

B&B La Porta Del Cilento (12 MIN FROM VENUE)

Le Querce Farmhouse (17 MIN FROM VENUE)

B&B and Home Restaurant Il giardino di Armida (17 MIN FROM VENUE))

Agriturismo Santa Barbara (20 MIN FROM VENUE)

Places to stay: Hotels/ B&B/ Airbnb

Cooking class offered at Venue/Villa 

Winery Maffini  (2 min from venue)

Grotte di Castelcivita

Zipline of trentinara 

Oasi WWF Grotte del Bussento (Caves)

Azienda Agricola San Salvatore (Winery)

CastellabateCoast

Capri Island 

Archaeological Park of Paestum

Ascea

Fattoria La Tagliata  (Cooking class with dancing and drinking. 2hrs away))

Things to Do

Registry

Samantha & Simon