Croft Downtown by Wedgewood Weddings

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Ceremony

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Fall

Our Wedding

It was July 2019 when we first met! On a warm Sunday, we first met at a local Barcade in Raleigh called Boxcar. After a few games of pinball and a few mimosas, it was on from there! Shannon learned that day that not only did Ricky like spicy foods, just like her, but he actually enjoyed his food spicier (which she never thought possible).A few weeks later, we had our first date, a baseball game to see the Durham Bulls. Shannon said she knew how to navigate home, but boy, was she wrong! After getting lost in Durham for a little bit, we ended up grabbing some pizza at a local spot. After that first date, we proceeded to spend almost every single weekend together (either in Durham or Goldsboro).In October of 2020, we packed up our cars and hit the road for Phoenix, Arizona. After 2,300 miles of driving, we landed at our new home. Since moving to Arizona, we have grown in our relationship together. We have explored more, taken advantage of the many opportunities Phoenix has provided, and truly discovered the best taco game!In January of 2024, Shannon and Ricky made plans to meet-up for lunch after Ricky finished his work for the day. Shannon arrived at the time she thought she was was meant to arrive, but quickly shocked Ricky and realized she showed up too early. Ricky said that "he had a few more minutes of work" so Shannon took a quick stroll around Old Town Scottsdale until Ricky "finished his work." Shannon got the text to head back to where Ricky was working, but that Ricky needed assistance with something before we could leave and to meet him at Bourbon &amp; Bones Lounge. The moment Shannon opened the door, she realized this Ricky didn't need help with work, but something much more magical was planned. After spotting the flower petals on the floor, she noticed that Ricky was on one knee holding a beautiful ring and the biggest smile on his face. Ricky then asked for Shannon's hand in marriage and Shannon excitedly said "yes!"After sobbing uncontrollably, Shannon realized that it wasn't just her and Ricky, but that someone was in the room recording (a memory we'll never forget).We are so excited to continue our love and grow together through this crazy thing called life.

Our Story! 

Our Story

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Booking Website:<a href="https://book.passkey.com/e/50859410?utm_source=2302&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=295245561&amp;trkid=585734451&amp;linkid=3397805283" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://book.passkey.com/e/50859410</a> Online reservations will be accepted&nbsp;until May 5, 2025.&nbsp; Distance from venue: 0.5 Miles A dedicated booking website has been created for our wedding. Guests will be able to make, modify and cancel their hotel reservations online, as well as take advantage of any room upgrades, amenities or other services offered by the hotel.

Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel

Booking Website: <a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1729792626860&amp;key=GRP&amp;guestreslink2=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Donovan-Sheppard Wedding Room Block</a> Online reservations will be accepted&nbsp;until May 8th, 2025 Distance to Venue: 12.3 Miles Hotel rate covers several amenities; daily enhanced high speed internet, daily $25 food and beverage credit (valid at 3rd Avenue Grill - hotel restaurant), daily two (2) hour bike rentals for up to (2) bikes, and daily dessert located in the lobby.

Scottsdale Marriott Old Town

Hotel + Accommodations

Just a short drive from Downtown Phoenix. Richard and Shannon have had a membership to the Phoenix Zoo for 2-years and has quickly become a favorite weekend outing.

Phoenix Zoo

Desert garden with 50,000 plants spread over 140 acres, also offering dining, a gift shop &amp; library.Located next to the Phoenix Zoo and Papago Park (Hole in the Rock)

Desert Botanical Garden

Old Town Scottsdale has always been among the most vibrant and unique urban downtown centers in the American Southwest.&nbsp;Its pedestrian-friendly streets are home to world class art galleries, museums, restaurants and retail shops&nbsp;... and when the sun goes down you don't have to because of the exciting nightlife.

Old Town Scottsdale

Phoenix Art Museum is the largest art museum in the Southwest and home to both contemporary and classic pieces.

Phoenix Art Museum

Roosevelt Row is downtown Phoenix’s walkable arts district, home to art galleries, restaurants, bars and boutique shops in a landscape dotted by colorful street art. Shannon &amp; Richard's Favorite Spots: Arizona Wilderness Brewing Company, Pedal Haus Downtown, The Churchill (Food Hall)

Roosevelt Row

The Musical Instrument Museum is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Opened in April 2010, it is the largest museum of its type in the world. The collection of over 15,000 musical instruments and associated objects includes examples from nearly 200 countries and territories, representing every inhabited continent.

Shannon & Richard

Shannon & Richard

S&R

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