Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

March 6, 2022. No Eric and Shannon. :(March 7, 2022. We both swiped right on Hinge... Suspicious, cautiously optimistic that this might be the beginning of something special!No way were we both divorced with four amazing kids (two boys, two girls). No way were we both in the medical field... and working at the same hospital!? No. Way. Did we have the same sense of humor, political and religious views, relationship goals... Seemed too good to be true! Over three years later, we both agree that we hit the jackpot and, at odds of 1 in 1,000,000, we found our person!

March 7, 2022

Our Story

Photos

Our eight children will stand up as our bridesmaids and groomsmen! We can't wait to share this wonderful day with them as we become one family unit.

And then there were 10!

Nolan

Simon

Abby

Chloe

Jake

Delilah

Emily

Alex

Wedding Party

Q + A

Located in South Haven and with Dyckman Beach reachable within a 12-minute walk, Historic Hotel Nichols has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. A 12-minute walk from Woodman Beach and 0.7 miles from North Beach, the property provides a spa &amp; wellness center and barbecue facilities. Some rooms at the property feature a patio with a city view. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a closet. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at Historic Hotel Nichols have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also offer a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms have bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is South Bend Regional Airport, 53 miles from Historic Hotel Nichols.

Historic Hotel Nichols

Old Harbor Inn offers rooms in South Haven. Free city parking is available around the corner from the hotel. All rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower and free toiletries. At Old Harbor Inn, rooms come with air conditioning and a TV. Holland is 28 mi from the accommodations, while Saugatuck is 18 mi away. The nearest airport is Gerald R Ford Airport, 50 mi from Old Harbor Inn.

Old Harbor Inn

This Baymont by Wyndham South Haven is located off Interstate 196, just 1 mi from Lake Michigan beaches. It features an indoor pool and offers a daily breakfast buffet. All guest rooms include free WiFi. Each room is equipped with a work desk and TV with cable channels. A microwave, small fridge and tea/coffee makers are also offered in every room. Guests can enjoy the fitness room and business center. The hotel includes a 24-hour reception desk. Vending machines and an on-site laundry facilities is also available. Baymont by Wyndham South Haven is less than 5 minutes’ drive from Lake Michigan College and Michigan Maritime Museum. The Gingerman Raceway is 1.9 mi away.

Baymont by Wyndham South Haven

Hampton Inn South Haven is offering accommodations in South Haven. This 3-star hotel offers free WiFi. The hotel has an indoor pool, fitness center and a 24-hour front desk. South Bend Regional Airport is 54 miles from the property.

Hampton Inn South Haven

Holiday Inn Express - South Haven by IHG has accommodations in South Haven. Featuring a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. Holiday Inn Express - South Haven by IHG offers an indoor pool. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. South Bend Regional Airport is 54 miles from the property.

Holiday Inn Express South Haven by IHG

The Comfort Suites hotel is located less than 0.6 mi from Interstate 196, 2 mi from downtown. Guests can enjoy the complimentary breakfast, and other full-service amenities including free coffee, weekday newspaper, fitness center and heated pool. Laundry facilities are also available on the property. The hotel provides guests with conveniences like free high-speed Internet access and a business center with free Internet access. There is a meeting room that can accommodate up to 26 people. Every guest room at the property comes equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, coffee makers, irons, ironing boards and cable television. This hotel is close to many area attractions, including Gingerman Raceway, Van Buren State Park and the Kal-Haven Trail.

Comfort Suites South Haven near I-96

At Sun N Sand Resort, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the resort to ensure you stay connected during your visit.Complimentary parking is available for guests. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of resort.For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. An evening spent at resort's bar can offer as much enjoyment as venturing out with your fellow travelers. At Sun N Sand Resort, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At Sun N Sand Resort, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool.

Sun N Sand Resort

Travel

South Haven's downtown is full of charm, offering unique shops, art galleries, and great restaurants. You can also tour local wineries and breweries or visit the Michigan Maritime Museum to learn about the area's nautical past. Wind down with a stroll down to the iconic red lighthouse on the pier. Saugatuck is just 15 minutes to the north and offers a vibrant downtown with multiple wineries in the area as well. This stretch of the lake has multiple different public beaches to enjoy as well.

Things to Do

Registry

St. Jude House provides residential and non-residential services to survivors – adults and children – of domestic violence. We provide services without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or other status applicable by law. Shelter and crisis intervention services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.&nbsp;All services are provided free of charge. As a board member of St Jude House, Eric has donated much of his time and efforts to St Jude House for almost 10 years. <a href="https://www.stjudehouse.org/donate/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.stjudehouse.org/donate/</a>

Located in Valparaiso, Indiana, Humane Indiana’s Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center, is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization founded in 1997. Their mission is serving both domestic and wild animals, Humane Indiana provides exceptional animal care, educational programs, and community outreach. <a href="https://www.humaneindiana.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.humaneindiana.org/donate</a>

Impact Behavioral Health provides comprehensive housing, clinical, and employment services to individuals living with mental illness throughout the Chicago metro area. Impact is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, EIN 36-3611260. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. The Bride's aunt, Patti Capouch, serves as Executive Director of Impact and continues to witness first-hand how your donations change lives in a profound way. <a href="https://housingoptions-bloom.kindful.com/?campaign=1362563" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://housingoptions-bloom.kindful.com/?campaign=1362563</a>

Donate to Charity

5:30 - Guests begin arriving. Cocktail hour begins. Mingling, food, music, caricature drawings. 6:30ish - Ceremony. 5 min or less. 7:00 - Eric/Shannon and children (wedding party) will go to the beach for photos. Start dancing! 8:00 - Keep dancing! DJ is there till 10p. Papa John's or JJ's will probably arrive around this time. 9:30 - SILENT DISCO!! We will have transportation available from 9-11 pm.

Shannon & Eric

Shannon & Eric

S&E

Wedding Day