Welcome to our mini blog where we'll be posting updates, photos, and stories of our journey over the next few months!
He did it! Charlie proposed on 01.13.2024 during a sweet walk on the beach. Both families were present and went to the Grand Marlin to celebrate after!
Ceremony: Our Lady of the Assumption
Reception: Portofino Island Resort
Photography: Deanie Sexton Photography
Videography: Jacob Malone Photography
DJ: Northwest FL DJ Services
Florist: Fiore of Pensacola
Cake, Desserts: Crafty Gourmet Bakery, Seneca's Italian Deli
Transportation: Dream Catcher Shuttle
Hair: Whitney Sharp
Make-up: Lily Sexton
As of this week (02/12), we have our wedding party! Branna Powell (Hokanson) as Matron of Honor and Patrick Smith as Best Man. Bridesmaids: Ally Drenkhahn, Bailey Champion, Marissa Momany, Rilee White, Payton Shumpert, and Berkley Shumpert. Groomsmen: Morgan Thorla, Ryan Countess, Mark Wilson, Charlie Eible, Logan Bartholomew, David Morris, Lucas Hodge, and Frankie Smith. Check out the "Wedding Party" tab for each person's info!
03/15-17: We completed a pre-cana weekend retreat, also known as Engaged Encounter, at Visitation Monastery in Mobile, AL. It was a great weekend full of deep convos, prayers, and prepping for our future as a married couple.
03/19: I said yes to the dress! My mom and grandmother went with me to my first and only bridal store, Town & Country Bridal, in New Orleans! Of course, we had to stop at Café Du Monde!
07/29: The dress came in and Mrs. Lisa came with to pick it up! And like before, we had to stop at Café Du Monde.
At home cake tasting with the Smith's and Nanni's. Together, we voted on our favorite flavors and fillings to pick out the best combination. Everything was delicious!