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Our Wedding

Some of you may already know how we started, but if you don't here is our silly little story ; ). It all began the night of August 28th, 2021 at Syd’s sister Aubrey’s wedding to Garth Griffith in Colby, Kansas.&nbsp;It was a hot summer night, so we both found each other outside sitting on the stairs.&nbsp;Now this is where Greg thinks he made the first move by introducing himself, but I of course disagree. We were both having a good time, and didn't really think too much of it. I had just moved back to the states from Asia where I had been for 4 years. I’d gotten a "temporary" job working at Legend's bar and grill in downtown Atwood, planning to just save money and be off to the next place. A few days after the wedding, Greg came and sat at the bar. My shift was ending so I decided to make the first real move and ask Greg over for a drink. We sat in the garage watching the rain, and talking into the very late hours of the night (aka morning haha). The following week was Labor Day weekend where we both separately had plans to go to the lake, so instead we decided to go together. During that time, I took Greg on his first jet ski ride where I threw him off about 4 times. After a fun filled weekend, Greg was feeling sick. So, he visited urgent care and they admitted him into the hospital for pneumonia where he stayed for 4 days. The cause? Inhaling dirty lake water. Definitely my fault (oops), but I'm beyond happy he stuck around because we have been inseparable ever since.&nbsp;Greg’s note:&nbsp;It helped that she checked on me regularly, and brought me some amazing food and a good book. Fast forward, 6 months later, I moved into Greg's home in little ol' Ludell, Kansas. Because we both have a love for travel, at the time, we had a very big trip planned to Europe where we really put our love to the test. We backpacked from England to Scotland then Ireland to France. We of course missed some flights, then found ourselves stuck in Montreal where we lounged in our hotel room and worked through our jetlag. Thankfully, we didn't end the trip wanting to kill each other. After returning, we completed (for now) our little family and adopted our Chewbacca looking, lovely dog Scrappy. In April 2024, we fulfilled one of Greg's lifelong dreams of visiting Joshua Tree National park where we rented a beautiful house in the middle of the desert. With some of my oldest and dearest friends attending, he made it official and proposed! I obviously said yes :) It really didn't take long for us to both realize we found our people and we both feel very lucky to have found love that will truly last a lifetime. Never in a million years did I think I would end up in a tiny little town in Kansas marrying my best friend, but I am incredibly thankful everyday. We are so excited for what the future holds, and grateful we have such amazing friends and family to spend it with. It will be weekend of fun, food, dancing, and refreshments, and one which hopefully none of us will ever forget. With love,S&amp;G

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Because we are in a small town, accommodations are limited, but there are still options! They might fill up fast so try and book your stay as soon as possible. If you are unable to get something booked, please contact Greg or Syd and we can try and help to the best of our abilities! In Atwood: It'll Do Motel205 Grant St, Atwood, KS 67730(785) 626-9615 There are also lots of local Airbnbs in Atwood and surrounding areas. To book just visit Airbnb.com. In Colby, Kansas (30 miles from Atwood): Holiday Inn Express645 W Willow Ave, Colby, KS 67701(785) 462-8787 Sleep Inn &amp; Suites2075 Sewell Ave, Colby, KS 67701(785) 269-9005 Comfort Inn2225 S Range Ave, Colby, KS 67701(785) 785-6793

Accommodations

- The entire event is outdoors and in a pasture, and it's going to be warm.&nbsp;Please dress comfortably and wear suitable footwear.&nbsp;There will be good shade for the reception, but not for the ceremony, unfortunately (we'll keep it short!). - The ceremony and the reception are at the same location, but in different parts of the venue.&nbsp;The ceremony is in a small canyon on the site, so seating for that portion is limited, and we weren't able to invite everyone for that portion.&nbsp;Please refer to your invitation.&nbsp;The ceremony is at 3:30 and the reception starts at 5:00. - There will be a small shuttle to pick people up that aren't able to walk from the parking areas, as well as a golf cart or two helping with shuttling and directing parking. General Atwood Info: Food and convenience options are limited in Atwood. Businesses tend to close early, so just plan ahead to avoid being without. So if you need fuel, late night snacks, cigarettes, etc., please prepare in advance. We will be providing an array of yummy cocktails, beers and seltzers at the wedding, but you're welcome to BYOB. We will also have a whole kids area at the venue, so feel free to bring along the little ones! Our wedding attire is casual or dressed up, whichever you prefer! The venue has pretty uneven terrain and some rocky areas, so ladies, leave those stiletto heels at home! : ) Here is a list of food and grocery options. Refer to Google for operating hours: Legends (bar and grill)202 S 4th Street(785) 626-8157*Hours online are wrong, closed from 2pm to 5pm everyday Mojo Espresso &amp; Bistro113 S 4th Street(785) 626- 9011 Tortilleria Las Amigas (to-go Mexican food)701 N 4th Street(785) 443-5759 Pizza Hut 508 Main Street(785) 626-3141 Atwood Liquor404 Grant Street(785) 626-9656 The Wise Owl Restaurant Casey's (gas station / convenience store)310 Grant Street(785) 626- 3710*Pumps are shut off at 10 when they close. Late night fueling is not available. Frontier Equity (gas pumps only)203 State St*Card operated pumps. There is no convenience store here and no attendant. Worth trying for gas if Casey's is closed. Jamboree Foods (grocery store w/ deli)106 N 4th St. Dollar General (groceries / misc items)405 Grant St.

Other important info 

If you're unfamiliar with the area, we'd recommend that you take a screenshot of these directions before leaving Atwood (cell service may be spotty). Expect about a 15-20 minute drive from Atwood. Please drive slowly if you're unfamiliar with gravel roads. From Atwood, you will head west on highway 36 (towards McDonald) for about 5 miles. Turn left on RD 16 to head South. There will also be a big sign that says "Dixon Simmentals". Follow that road all the way down for about 2 miles until you hit a T in the road, then turn right (this is Beaver Creek Road). From here, you will follow this this road around the curve for about 2 more miles. You'll pass a couple farmsteads, and then the entrance for the venue will be on your right hand side where you will see a welcome sign. Starting from the highway, we will also have some event signage that will guide you all the way to where you need to be : ). This area has little to no cell service so please plan your route accordingly. If these directions don't work for you, you can simply look up "Squirrel Nuts" on google. It says it's a bar, but I can assure you, it most definitely is not ;D. From there, you will just head South, shortly after you will see our welcome sign. Once you have arrived and turn into the venue, continue driving to the designated parking area where good food, cold drinks and a great time will be waiting! The pasture where our wedding is located is a bit rugged and has lots of uneven terrain, so appropriate shoes are recommended. There is also no service or wifi at the venue, so please prepare for that as well.

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