Wedding Day

Ceremony

Mount Palomar Winery

Reception

Our Wedding

Our first date went from meeting for coffee to four years later going back to the same spot to take our engagement pictures.&nbsp; After having our first date on May 22, 2018 we clicked and I guess who could say we were enchanted with each other. (any T-Swift fans get that reference please?).&nbsp;From playing beer darts (we can explain), to sushi dates, and many movie nights, an "I Love You" was not far from being said. Can we all take a guess on who said it first? If you guessed Eric, you win a gold star! Although Taylor did ask Eric to be "official" first.&nbsp; Throughout 2018 we grew closer, going on many dates, meeting each others families and friends, and just enjoying our time together. Eric was was in the middle of competing his paramedic schooling, which definitely made dating and seeing each other at times hard, but also worth it. We learned so much about each other and got to grow with each other. Going through that first year together with our jobs that barely paid anything and going to the Japanese Dollar Store to do our stocking stuffers for each other, has now actually turned into a yearly tradition at Christmastime.&nbsp; A couple months into 2019 Eric became a paramedic and later that year started working for CalFire as a Firefighter Paramedic. Shortly after Eric got his dream job, we moved in to our first place together in Mission Viejo. Honestly we had really been living together a couple months into us dating because we were so attached at the hip, and because of Eric’s weird work schedule (You firefighters, paramedics, and EMTS get it). Nothing could really get much better, until one December 2019 night when Eric brought our fur child home. Yes We’re talking about our dog Oliver. I should really say Eric’s dog because he idolizes Eric and every time he’s home, I am chopped liver but I digress. Its a good thing we had that dog because just couple month later we know everything shut down in 2020. Although everything was shutdown for a good part of 2020, it gave us the time to start to think and start looking for houses. We started the process in December of 2020 and our home was being built by March of 2021!&nbsp; Throughout 2021 was a lot of house updates and walkthroughs. Although we were very excited about having our new home, we also wanted to be engaged by the time we got into the new home. Eric had a plan up his sleeve (even though many pictures of rings were being sent his way). On August 14, 2021 surrounded by friends and family Eric proposed and we couldn’t have been more happy! A few short weeks later we moved in to our first home, and now here we are, a year and a half later, almost at the wedding day. We can’t wait to share our special day with all of you and party our little hearts out!

OUR STORY

Our Story

Photos

Nikole Padgett 

Jenny Luyben

Allie Hawker

Laura Semple

Jen Sartanowicz

Brittany Walsh

Blake Wilson

Anthony Henle

Zac Simon

Devin Persons 

Kenny Leverich

Kristina Barrett

Wedding Party

Q + A

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

Embassy Suites by Hilton Temecula Valley Wine Country

Inn at Churon Winery

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Temecula Valley Wine Country

Travel

Wine Tasting

The Temecula Valley is Southern California's Wine Country. Nearly&#160;50 wineries populate the region&#8217;s rolling hills and sprawling valleys producing a variety of wines, including award-winning and artisan Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Visitors can tour wine country on their own, tasting and sipping at their leisure utilizing our Temecula Winery Map, or charter a guided tour of the wineries for the ultimate relaxing splurge. 
 
Your favorite wines are made right here in Southern California. The climate in Southern California and Temecula Valley is just perfect for most varietals.&#160; Most wineries offer tasting rooms and property tours that are available and open to the public, however, some require reservations.&#160; Please check each winery for specific information.&#160;
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Hot Air Ballooning

Celebrate one of the most majestic means of transport with a peaceful hot air balloon flight over the rolling hills and lush vineyards of the Temecula Valley. Visitors can take in a panoramic view of Southern California's unique topography, beautiful estates, and awe-inspiring scenery with sunrise flights, available year-round to explore the subtle seasonal changes that take place throughout the valley.
 
Hot-air ballooning is one of the most fascinating and unique attractions in Temecula. Flights are available year-round, weather permitting at sunrise only, due to afternoon and evening winds.&#160;Expect to spend&#160;typically 60&#8211;75 minutes on your flight. Take a deep breath and enjoy a view like no other!

Old Town Temecula

Old Town Temecula combines the region&#8217;s storied past and its exciting up-and-coming future in a unique blend of&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/shopping/">shops</a>,&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/dining/">restaurants</a>,&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/hotels/hotels-near-old-town/">hotels</a>,&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/entertainment/">entertainment</a>, and&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/events/old-town-events/">event</a>&#160;opportunities in one walkable, easy-to-navigate hub for visitors to explore.
 
Take a step back in time as you walk the wooden boardwalks past rustic western-era buildings, antique shops, and specialty boutiques featuring Temecula-made artisan goods, or explore the most up-to-date trends including sampling pints at&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/things-to-do/old-town/breweries/">craft breweries</a>, attending outdoor festivals, grabbing a bite of local, farm-to-table dining, or dancing to live music at bars and unique outdoor venues.
 
History buffs can wander the streets of Old Town Temecula viewing rustic buildings, sidewalks, and storefronts reminiscent of our historic golden west in the 1880s. Old Town Temecula has it all.

Pechanga Resort Casino

The excitement of Vegas, plus everything for an ultimate Casino experience, is right here in Temecula Valley. We have lots of Casino action if your game is Slots, Blackjack, Poker, Craps, or Roulette we have something fun for everyone! From intimate high-limit rooms to non-smoking gaming we have what you need to get the action started. You will also find fabulous food and entertainment. We invite you to "Play" here in Temecula Valley. You must be 21 to play in the casinos.
 
As the largest casino in the Western United States, Pechanga is nestled in Temecula's picturesque&#160;<a href="https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/wine/">Southern California Wine Country</a>&#160;and offers the ultimate destination setting as the winner of AAA's Four Diamond award six years running. Guests are treated to 1,090 luxurious guest rooms and suites and 13 exceptional restaurants amid 24-hours of gaming excitement. The nightly entertainment includes world-class musical acts, Broadway productions, and more. The 100,000 square feet of convention and special event space is perfect for all business and conference needs and the brand new Journey at Pechanga golf course and newly expanded Spa Pechanga ensures that whether you are at work or at play, Pechanga has everything you need to Play on Another Level!

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