St Mark's Catholic Church

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Hillcrest Country Club Inc

Reception

Our Wedding

Once upon a time in a little city called Eagle, Idaho, there was a new restaurant in the heart of downtown. It was called Holy Cow, a small craft burger joint on the corner of Edgewood and State Street. It smelled of beer, fried food, and the slightest bit of Pine-Sol. It was filled with good food, delicious drinks, and some colorful employees and patrons. Two of these employees are the main characters of our story. First there was Tyler, a young man with a head of thick, blond hair, full of witty jokes and hopeful ambition. He was a line lead at the Cow, mostly working nights, manning the grill and flipping burgers while also trying to rein in the rowdy teens that worked the back of house and the middle-aged man that took one too many smoke breaks and stole one too many chicken nuggets. Tyler put much effort into his job, making the best of the long, chaotic nights. A year prior he had packed up his few belongings and left his home in California after encouragement from his sister to join her in the great state of Idaho. He wasn’t sure what he was looking for but hoped that Idaho would add more than just some good potatoes to his life. Then there was Cathleen, a girl with high spirits and determination, running on caffeine and flying by the seat of her pants. She had just started school to become a nail tech, after the beloved local coffee shop she had managed closed a few months before. She thought getting a part-time job at the new restaurant would be an easy way to make a little money as she got through school. How complicated could it be? Little did she know that this job would bring more than she had ever bargained for. Our two main characters were just friendly coworkers whose lives intersected at this quirky kitchen. Cathleen and Tyler bonded over the chaos the Cow would bring each night. They made jokes back and forth when things were stressful. Cathleen would gladly make him some black coffee or fill his cup with Sprite and a splash of lemonade. Tyler wouldn’t think twice when Cathleen asked for a side of pickles or an order on the fly. Cathleen looked forward to Tyler’s crazy antics and clever conversation throughout the night. He always had something entertaining to say and would stay positive even when things were quite literally falling apart. Tyler noticed the determined look that came across Cathleen’s face when it was time to lock in and get the job done. But he also appreciated her unhindered and joyous laugh, especially the one time he threw a pickled onion across the line and it stuck right to her forehead. It was a laugh he wanted to hear and get to know better. One night at the end of a long, grueling shift, Tyler paced the Holy Cow parking lot. He was tired but had one more task in mind before he clocked out. Cathleen emerged from the back door of the now quiet restaurant. Walking toward her car, she looked up and gave Tyler a friendly yet tired smile. They had been talking earlier that night about the newest Marvel movie, dogs having seizures, and recent Google reviews. “How’s it going?” Tyler asked.“It’s good, but I’m ready to go home,” Cathleen replied.“Yeah, same,” Tyler responded adding, “Well, it would be really fun to go see that movie. Maybe I can hit you up and we can go sometime?”Cathleen replied, “Yeah, that would be fun. You want my number?”“Yeah sure,” Tyler said as he nonchalantly handed over his phone. Cathleen didn’t realize that he had just accomplished his last task of the night.“Alright, I’ll see you later,” Cathleen said, handing him his phone back. She really thought nothing of it. Of course she would give her number to the sweet kitchen boy who made her laugh, and she needed a bit of fun in her life. But Tyler would bring a lot more than just a good time. It was the start of a relationship that would change both their lives and extend well beyond the confines of the greasy walls of Holy Cow. The next day Tyler texted Cathleen asking if she wanted to go to dinner instead of seeing a movie. It was at this point that Cathleen realized this was a date. They met at Yard House restaurant. They were both nervous but quickly became more comfortable as conversation flowed naturally. They exchanged stories, life observations, and a couple of jokes as they ate Poké nachos and sipped their drinks. They were there for hours until they noticed the restaurant was about to close. They walked out and casually said goodbye. After their official date, they texted every day and had long conversations on the phone into the late-night hours. They enjoyed finding fun restaurants to review, watching movies, and hiking the Boise foothills. Their friendship turned into something deeper, and they very naturally became each other’s confidant and companion. Tyler fell in love with Cathleen’s passion for life and how she always gave her whole heart to the things she loved. Cathleen fell in love with Tyler’s kindness and how he always made her feel listened to and respected. They could talk about the important things in life but also laugh at funny cat memes. Holy Cow closed shortly thereafter, and Tyler found a new restaurant family at Craft Lounge, managing their kitchen. After finishing nail tech school, Cathleen began work at Rain Salon &amp; Spa. Both of their new jobs brought challenges, but they supported and encouraged each other along the way. As they approached the two-year anniversary of that first date, they went on a hike in Melba, Idaho. They had been there a year prior for the first time. It was a lovely spot to admire the beauty of the Idaho landscape. As they made their way to the top of the mountain, after much struggle and heavy breathing from Cathleen and much encouragement from Tyler, he got down on one knee and asked Cathleen to spend the rest of their lives together. She joyfully laughed, partially from shock and surprise, but also because it was April Fool’s Day. However, this was no joke, and Cathleen wholeheartedly said yes. They celebrated by going back to their first date spot, Yard House. Cathleen and Tyler are looking forward to spending the rest of their lives together, facing all the joys, happiness, challenges, frustrations, and celebrations along the way.

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Wedding Party

This Boise, Idaho hotel is an 11-minute drive from the Roaring Springs Waterpark. An outdoor seasonal pool, a hiking trail and guest rooms with a 37-inch flat-screen cable TV are available. Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Boise/Spectrum furnishes each room with a microwave, refrigerator and coffee facilities. The spacious rooms also provide free Wi-Fi and a work desk. A gym and a business center are on site at the hotel. Also offered are a convenience store and a snack shop. Boise Towne Plaza is 1.7-miles from the Spectrum Hampton Inn &amp; Suites. The hotel is located off interstate 84 with easy access to Boise State University, a 10-minute drive away. The Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Boise/Spectrum is under renovations until May 31, 2019. During this time the pool will be closed until April 19, 2019. We will continue to accept reservations. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Hampton Inn & Suites Boise/Spectrum

Located 6.5 miles from the Boise Art Museum, this Idaho hotel offers on-site dining, an indoor pool and hot tub and a gym. Free Wi-Fi is included in all guest rooms. The modern rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Tea and coffee making facilities as well as a fridge and microwave are included. The comfortably furnished rooms include a seating area and work desk. The Boise Spectrum Hilton Garden Inn offers a 24-hour reception. A business center fully equipped with fax and photocopying services is available. Wahooz! Amusement Park is 6.2 miles from the hotel. The Boise Airport is 10 minutes’ drive away.

Hilton Garden Inn Boise Spectrum

Located in Boise, 7.5 miles from Extramile Arena, Homewood Suites by Hilton Boise provides accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The property is around 6.3 miles from Boise Center, 6.3 miles from Idaho Central Arena and 6.3 miles from Boise Art Museum. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, an ATM and free WiFi throughout the property. All guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a kitchen. Guest rooms at Homewood Suites by Hilton Boise include air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast. You can play pool at this 3-star hotel, and the area is popular for hiking and skiing. Homewood Suites by Hilton Boise features amenities such as an on-site business center, indoor pool and hot tub. Boise State University is 6.4 miles from the hotel, while Idaho Black History Museum is 6.4 miles away. Boise Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Boise

Located 5 mi from the city center of Boise, Oxford Suites Boise features an indoor swimming pool and a full business center with meeting facilities. Each guest room here comes with a cable TV, the Oxford Suites signature premium bedding package, and a soaking tub. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, a microwave, refrigerator, coffee machine, WiFi, and wired internet access. A 24-hour gift shop and a fitness center can be found on site. The Edwards Boise Stadium 22 &amp; IMAX as well as a number of shopping opportunities are a short 5-minute walk away. Several restaurants are less than 0.6 mi from the hotel. Oxford Suites Boise is 4.7 mi from Boise Airport and 6.5 mi from Boise State University.

Tyler & Cathleen

Tyler & Cathleen

T&C

Wedding Day

4:00 PM–8:00 PM

Reception