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Wedding Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

The part we agree on: We met at CrossFit Felix. Theresa registered for the beginner’s class and David was her coach. And this is about where our stories start to differ. In Theresa’s words…After moving around for work a few times, I knew one of the most important things to do in a new place is to find friends right away. While I had never done CrossFit before, it almost seemed like a cult, and perhaps the perfect way to meet people. I reached out to Felix and left a voicemail looking for more information, but never got a call back. (Strong customer service. 😊) I called again the morning of the first class and caught someone by the name of “Izzy”. He rambled on about how on-ramp is like driver’s training and would not stop talking. I remember trying to end the conversation multiple times so I could get back to work. That night, I walked into Felix for class and met the real-life Izzy… a loud, gregarious guy with a huge smile, and absolutely no filter. He could not have been more opposite from me. Three weeks later, I became a CrossFit Felix member, and one week after that, we were dating. (Apparently CrossFit does work!) In David’s words…Let me tell you all how it really happened.... in my mind.&nbsp;'Twas the spring of 2016. Summer was coming and the birds were chirping. We had just started a new Beginner’s Course at Felix and the class was packed with 15 or so bright-eyed pups ready to learn about fitness. Everyone was excited to be there, but the only one thinking that she was too cool for school was this little redhead named Theresa. We did a brief introduction for everyone and then sent them all out for a quick warm up run. I had an intern working with us that month, learning the ropes. I turned to him without hesitation and stated, "did you see that little redheaded girl, I’m going to spend the rest of my life with her". His response was "you don’t get to just claim them" and I said, "That one I do, she’s gonna be with me." Over the 3 week course, Theresa moved well, but didn’t care so much for my jokes. I tried really hard, like really really hard to get her attention, but to no avail. After the course was over, I waited for what seemed to be forever for her to sign up for a membership, just so I could see her again. But she didn’t. So I had to take the leap and send her a text. "Are you ever gonna come back in?" I asked. She said she was coming in tonight. When she arrived, she took class and did pretty awesome. After class, I got her all squared away, signed up and paying. And once she was a member, and paying in full, I felt that I had the all clear to ask her out for drinks. Fast forward 6 years and here we are together, just like I thought when I first saw her.

Our Story

We have opted for a less traditional wedding... think short and sweet with some sun, day drinking, and beautiful PNW views. Here's what you need to know: 1) The ceremony will be outdoors overlooking the Puget Sound. If it rains, we will move this shindig under a tent. 2) Yes, we are starting at 11:00am and also yes, there will be mimosas available upon arrival. 3) After the ceremony, we'll have appetizers and drinks before the indoor lunch. 4) No dance floor, but instead you can expect lawn games and a photo booth.

About Our Wedding

Q + A

Registry

Photos

Things to Do

Travel

Wedding Party

Curious why you found our page at www.knifesharpeners.com? Well, let us tell you! For those of you that know David, you know he has a surplus of business ideas. (We cannot stress "surplus" enough.) A long time ago, before he met Theresa (because she would never approve of this), he was having another one of his ingenious business ideas. At that time, he felt it was imperative that he spend a very large lump sum on www.knifeshapeners.com, thinking this would be his next big break. (Whatever amount of money you think he spent on this site, trust us, it's more.) Was he in the knife sharpening business? No. But did he know anything about knives? Also, no. Well, perhaps he had a passion in this space and was ready to explore it? Definitely not. Fast forward 20 years later, and to the shock and dismay of many we're sure, this was not the big money-making investment David had hoped for. But, it makes for an interesting story. And since we still proudly owns this domain, we felt we could get some use out of it for our wedding website. Also, if you know any booming knife sharpening businesses in need of the perfect URL, please send our way. ;)

Knife Sharpeners

Here's a rundown of today's events!

11:00am Guest ArrivalGrab a pair of shades and a mimosa before finding your seat. 11:15am Wedding CeremonyThis part will be short and sweet. (We're also taking bets on how quickly David cries. :) 11:45am Cocktails &amp; AppetizersEnjoy the passed appetizers and open bar. The photo booth and lawn games are now available. 12:45pm LunchLunch will consist of a Chardonnay Poached Pear Salad, your selected entrée, and dessert and candy buffets. 1:45pm More CocktailsBe sure to enjoy the lawn games and photo booth, if you haven't already. 2:30pm Last CallOne last visit to the open bar... 3:00pm Celebration ConcludesWe feel so grateful to be surrounded by our family and friends today. THANK YOU for celebrating with us.

Day Of Events

1.&nbsp;WHO ONCE LOST THE CAR FOR 3 DAYS?Theresa 2.&nbsp;WHO SAID "I LOVE YOU" WITHIN THE FIRST 5 WEEKS OF DATING?David 3.&nbsp;WHO CAN DO MORE BURPEES IN 1 MINUTE?David - it was a close race but David won by 1 rep 4.&nbsp;WHO LIKES HIKING THE LEAST?Theresa 5.&nbsp;WHO IS THE BETTER GRILLER?Theresa - somehow David burns every single thing he puts on the grill 6.&nbsp;WHO HAS 5K FOLLOWER ON TIKTOK?Neither of us (we don't even have the app), but bet we had you wondering... :) 7.&nbsp;WHO DRINKS THE MOST STARBUCKS?David 8.&nbsp;WHO THOUGHT DANDELIONS WERE YELLOW?Theresa 9.&nbsp;WHO THOUGHT DANDELIONS WERE WHITE?David It was together, as full-grown adults, that they learned dandelions can be both yellow and white... a real monumental moment in the relationship... 10. WHO IS A BETTER SNOW DRIVER?Theresa - this answer is a bit contentious, as the couple doesn't see eye-to-eye but Theresa is making these napkins

Theresa & David

Theresa & David

Registry