Mathews Manor

Wedding Day

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Reception

Our Wedding

How they met!

Caleb &amp; Stefanie met in Atlanta, Georgia in the heart of Midtown on a rainy Monday night, January 13, 2020 to be exact. It was Calebs first day of work with Georgia Pacific &amp; he and his coworkers went to the local Irish pub to watch the national championship game. Stefanie and a group of her friends were also at RiRa watching the Clemson Tigers take on the LSU Tigers. Stefanie was bitter that she was not in New Orleans for the game and trying to make the best of her night out with friends. She already had her trip booked to New Orleans for the big game, as she does in advance every year (Roll Tide).... but it turned out to be a HUGE blessing that she wasn't in attendance. Auburn ended up defeating Alabama in the Iron Bowl that season so Stefanies team didn't make it to the College Football Playoff, but God had something better in store. Stefanie &amp; Calebs groups were sitting right beside each other and Stefanie, doing what she does best, began talking to everyone around her. She came off a little strong at first as she was very energetic and drilling those around her on their football knowledge. Caleb on the other hand, was more reserved and he just set back and listened as Stefanie worked the room. Stefanie quickly learned that Caleb was from Pennsylvania and a Penn State fan, so they had plenty to discuss. During the conversation Stefanie also learned that Caleb and all of his friends were new to town and she offered to help show them around and get them acclimated with the city she had lived in for 7 years. Caleb, although the most shy of the group was the only one that asked for Stefanies number before they went their separate ways, and the rest is history. A week later Stefanie and Caleb went on their first date to Park Tavern in Piedmont Park. After a great evening exploring Atlanta together, both were eager to see each other again. The week after that was their second date &amp; since then they have been inseparable. Stefanie and Caleb claim that by date 3 and 4 they knew they had found the one. Stefanie was fearful with how quickly things were moving and wanted to take it slow, but those that know Stefanie, know there is nothing slow about her. About one month into their relationship Caleb got reassigned to move to Tacoma Washington, about the same time the global pandemic began to take over the United States (Seattle Washington being the epicenter). Stefanie and Caleb were heartbroken that they only had one more month together before being long distance and weren't sure how the relationship would survive the distance, this early on during the pandemic. Lots of prayers and lots of tears were shed, but boy did God show up and their relationship survived and thrived. Stefanie and Caleb together took on living in 5 different states in the first year of their relationship; Georgia, Washington, Pennsylvania, Alabama and Maryland...All during Covid-19 (which they both ending up catching towards the end of the year). There were a couple of career changes and moves, that caused setbacks but God remained faithful as Stefanie and Caleb were striving to keep him at the center of their relationship. Fast forward through A LOT of chaos and a ton of moves around the country, Stefanie and Caleb went to Mexico with their friends for the New Year to celebrate the ending of 2020. On the last night of the trip, January 2, 2021 a year after the couple met, Caleb popped the question. Caleb got down on one knee on the cliffs in Cancun Mexico at sunset, surrounded by friends, it was Stefanies easiest yes to date! Stefanie and Caleb did the first few months of their engagement long distance. A week after the proposal Stefanies father was diagnosed with prostate cancer. At the time Caleb had just moved to Baltimore, Maryland to start his new job as a safety specialist with the Army at Aberdeen Proving Ground (where Stefanies father once worked as a Military Police). Stefanie was still working remote at the time and was skeptical about being away from family so she stayed in Alabama. Once Stefanies father had his surgery in late March and the results came back positive, Stefanie was more comfortable with leaving her family. The couple was eager to start their lives together and completely exhausted from the long distance, job changes and moving, so Stefanie came to Maryland full time in April, to continue her photography career while Caleb continued his work with the United States Army. Stefanie and Caleb chose to have their wedding day 364 days after the proposal, January 1, 2022. The date is special to them because it is a symbol of a fresh start and new life together. Stefanies older sister Melanie and her family are stationed in Germany so the date would give a better chance of Stefanie getting her sister home for their big day (fingers crossed). Stefanie and Caleb are looking forward to celebrating their marriage with family and friends and ringing in the new year with their favorite people! The couple is so thankful to God, their families and their friends for the constant love and support and is looking forward to the rest of their lives together!

Our Story

We have special pricing on hotel blocks for our guests at the Redmont Hotel Birmingham (a Hilton location) and The Westin Birmingham (a Marriott location). We also recommend the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites - Downtown - Tutwiler in the heart of Birmingham, AL as a central spot for our guests. For larger groups we encourage using Airbnb and staying in Hoover, Mountain Brook, Vestavia, or Homewood, AL. We have also added one hotel in Trussville Alabama, just outside of Birmingham for those that choose to stay outside of the city.

Near Birmingham Jefferson Convention ComplexMake yourself at home in one of the 120 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.A stay at Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton places you in the heart of Birmingham, within a 10-minute walk of Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and Birmingham Museum of Art. This historic hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from McWane Science Center and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Alabama Theater.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Birmingham Museum of Art - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Heaviest Corner on Earth - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi McWane Science Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Alabama Theater - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Don Kresge Memorial Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Kelly Ingram Park - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Birmingham Civil Rights Institute - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Carver Theater - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Alabama Sports Hall of Fame - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi 16th Street Baptist Church - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Birmingham Children's Theatre - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi UAB Proton Center - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Railroad Park - 1.6 km / 1 mi The preferred airport for Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton is Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi Enjoy recreation amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services.Enjoy a meal at Harvest or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/café. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Redmont Hotel Birmingham, Curio Collection by Hilton

Near Birmingham Jefferson Convention ComplexMake yourself at home in one of the 294 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.With a stay at The Westin Birmingham, you'll be centrally located in Birmingham, steps from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and 8 minutes by foot from Birmingham Museum of Art. This 4-star hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from University of Alabama-Birmingham and 1 mi (1.7 km) from McWane Science Center.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Alabama Sports Hall of Fame - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Birmingham Museum of Art - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Birmingham Children's Theatre - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Don Kresge Memorial Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Freedom Riders Debarkation Site - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi Kelly Ingram Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi Eddie Kendricks &amp; The Temptations Memorial - 1.6 km / 1 mi Heaviest Corner on Earth - 1.6 km / 1 mi 16th Street Baptist Church - 1.6 km / 1 mi McWane Science Center - 1.6 km / 1 mi Alabama Theater - 1.6 km / 1 mi Alabama Penny Savings Bank - 1.6 km / 1 mi Birmingham Civil Rights Institute - 1.7 km / 1 mi Historic Fourth Avenue Visitor Center - 1.7 km / 1 mi The preferred airport for The Westin Birmingham is Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 8.5 km / 5.3 mi Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom.Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Birmingham? This hotel has facilities measuring 14286 square feet (1327 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary at scheduled times.Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Todd English P.U.B., for lunch or dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/café, and 24-hour room service is provided. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

The Westin Birmingham

Near Birmingham Jefferson Convention ComplexMake yourself at home in one of the 149 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.Hampton Inn &amp; Suites-Downtown-Tutwiler is centrally located in Birmingham, a 5-minute walk from Birmingham Museum of Art and 8 minutes by foot from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Birmingham Civil Rights Institute and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from McWane Science Center.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Birmingham Museum of Art - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Don Kresge Memorial Museum - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi Freedom Riders Debarkation Site - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Kelly Ingram Park - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Alabama Sports Hall of Fame - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Eddie Kendricks &amp; The Temptations Memorial - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Heaviest Corner on Earth - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi 16th Street Baptist Church - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi McWane Science Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Alabama Theater - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Alabama Penny Savings Bank - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Birmingham Civil Rights Institute - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Historic Fourth Avenue Visitor Center - 0.9 km / 0.5 mi Carver Theater - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi The preferred airport for Hampton Inn &amp; Suites-Downtown-Tutwiler is Birmingham Intl. Airport (BHM) - 9.7 km / 6 mi Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events.For your convenience, a complimentary breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Hampton Inn & Suites-Downtown-Tutwiler

In TrussvilleStay in one of 61 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.When you stay at Quality Inn Trussville I-59 exit 141 in Trussville, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Birmingham Race Course and Cosby Lake Park.  This hotel is 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex and 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from University of Alabama-Birmingham.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Cosby Lake Park - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi  Birmingham Race Course - 9.7 km / 6.1 mi  St. Vincent's East - 11.2 km / 7 mi  Turkey Creek Nature Preserve - 13.1 km / 8.1 mi  A.G. Gaston Gardens - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi  Southern Museum of Flight - 16.4 km / 10.2 mi  Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve - 16.7 km / 10.4 mi  New Bethel Baptist Church - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi  The Outlet Shops of Grand River - 18.8 km / 11.7 mi  Train Watching Platform - 19.1 km / 11.9 mi  Barber Motorsports Park - 21.4 km / 13.3 mi  Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum - 21.8 km / 13.5 mi  Alabama Symphony Orchestra - 21.9 km / 13.6 mi  Fresenius Medical Care at Trinity Medical Center - 22.1 km / 13.7 mi  Avondale Brewing Company - 22.2 km / 13.8 mi  The preferred airport for Quality Inn Trussville I-59 exit 141 is Birmingham International Airport (BHM) - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary continental breakfast is included.

Quality Inn Trussville I-59 exit 141

Travel

Topgolf

The Summit Birmingham

Avondale Brewing Company

Birmingham Zoo

Back Forty Beer Company Birmingham

Oak Mountain State Park

Paramount Bar

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

Good People Brewing Company

Railroad Park Foundation

Carrigan's Public House

Neon Moon

Vulcan Park and Museum

Moe's Original BBQ - Lakeview

Elyton Hotel, Autograph Collection

Milo's Hamburgers

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

The Atomic Lounge

Ruffner Mountain

The Collins Bar

Things to Do

Melanie Swinson

Owen Zablocki

Kelsie Borders

Dozick Zablocki

Candice MacDonald

Blake Bower

Sarah Smith

Jamie Contrael

Leigh Ann Flynn

Cole Hileman

Lauren Murphree

Jon Karabin

Amanda Joseph

Ben Porter

Allie Segrest

Jordan Smerick

Lauren Karabinos

Chase Steiner

Laura Stingily

Garrett Virostek

Cayla Hale

Jacob Bowman

Savannah Dewhurst

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

Rehearsal Dinner12/31/2021, 6:00 PM East West Birmingham -2306 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203Attire: Cocktail - Festive••• Ceremony 1/1/2022, 3:30 PM Mathews Manor -Micahs Meadow 3279 US-11, Springville, AL 35146••• Reception 1/1/2022, 4:30 PM Mathews Manor -3279 US-11, Springville, AL 35146Attire: Semi-formal••• Send off Brunch 1/2/2022, 12:00 PMUptown Birmingham- exact location TBDAttire: Casual•••

Events

stefanie & Stefanie

stefanie & Stefanie

Registry

Stefanie and Caleb are registered at Bed Bath & Beyond & Amazon as well as the Knot Cash Funds