David's Country Inn

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story is a long story.&nbsp;A story of real, enduring love. And it begins a long time ago with the start of a friendship. With both of us being born at our parents’ church, naturally, we were around each other often. We were both part of the youth group and became friends at our very first Winterfest. Crushing on each other shortly after we were there, eventually led to us hanging out at a Ruby Tuesdays for dinner dates. I finally mustered up the courage to ask Vanessa out. This was a time when being in love meant seeing how many times we could break night on the phone, and getting in awkward positions so that our legs or hands would be just barely touching when we sat next to each other in church or at the movies. But it was in those little moments that our "puppy love" became a seed that was planted in our hearts and kept growing even if we tried to ignore it. Of course, like most young romances, that love eventually gave way to heart break. But behind the scenes, that heart break was a lesson. The first of many. God was teaching us to be patient and to trust in His timing. Those lessons in heart break would make way for reconnection, then another few lessons in poor timing. But tough times and uncertainty forged us in a way that prepared us for something we may not have been expecting. We became adults, learning along the way what we wanted out of love, learning what God wanted for us in our love lives, and truly learning how to love each other in a way that would last. Now, that same seed of "puppy love" that was planted 15 years ago has blossomed into the oak tree that is our love today. A tree that has never stopped growing, despite the twists and turns our journey has led us through. We have been through every type of love together. The first love of friendship, then learning through our puppy love; finding a path and making mistakes through young love, and finally, reconnecting through this deep, wonderful, God-centered love that we are overcome with right now. All the tears and laughs and mistakes and successes that our love has brought us through have led us to this moment in our journey that is taking place right now. The moment where we take the next step and ultimately make a commitment to each other. It is the next chapter in our story that we cannot wait to get lost in. It is a chapter that will begin on July 16th, 2023, where we hope you can join us on the first day of the rest of our lives.

Our Story

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Vanessa Mercado

Michael Guerrero

Milagros Mercado

Henry Mercado

Sara Guerrero

Miguel Guerrero

Tiffany Mercado

Dennis Reynoso

Franyeline Rodriguez

Samuel Mercado

Sarah Guerrero

Isaac Quiroz

Yeiny Moreno

Diana Martinez

Diobel Rodriguez

Michelle Lopez

Israel Lopez

Genesis Carvajal 

Harold Ogando

Sophia Pichardo 

Dahlia Veloz 

Leo Veloz 

Wedding Party

Q + A

If you plan on staying a few nights near the venue before/after the wedding, Airbnb's in the area are an option. Below are a few hotels near the venue.

Towneplace Suites 

Near The Historic Palace TheatreMake yourself at home in one of the 123 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with refrigerators and stovetops. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.When you stay at Residence Inn by Marriott Mt. Olive at Intl Trade Center in Mount Olive, you'll be near ski lifts, within a 5-minute drive of Allamuchy Mountain State Park and The Historic Palace Theatre.  This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Wild West City and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Waterloo Village.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Allamuchy Mountain State Park - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  The Historic Palace Theatre - 2.2 km / 1.3 mi  Waterloo Village - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi  Wild West City - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi  Lake Lackawanna - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi  Hopatcong State Park - 6.5 km / 4.1 mi  Lake Lackawanna Golf Course - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi  Budd Lake Municipal Beach - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Pax Amicus Castle Theatre - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi  Roxbury Mall - 10.2 km / 6.4 mi  CO Johnson Park - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi  Kittatinny Valley State Park - 11.7 km / 7.2 mi  Stephens State Park - 12 km / 7.4 mi  Hackettstown Medical Center - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi  Mine Hill Beach - 13.1 km / 8.2 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 65.3 km / 40.6 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 42.4 km / 26.3 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 44.9 km / 27.9 mi Manville, NJ (JVI-Central Jersey Regional) - 51 km / 31.7 mi The preferred airport for Residence Inn by Marriott Mt. Olive at Intl Trade Center is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and an outdoor tennis court. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Mount Olive? This hotel has 400 square feet (37 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Residence Inn by Marriott Mt. Olive at Intl Trade Center. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Residence Inn by Marriott Mt. Olive at Intl Trade Center

Near a train stationStay in one of 125 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.With a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Rockaway Mount Arlington in Mount Arlington, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Barnes Brothers Marina and Roxbury Mall.  This hotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Hopatcong State Park and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Mine Hill Beach.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Barnes Brothers Marina - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi  Roxbury Mall - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi  Rockaway River - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi  Hopatcong State Park - 6 km / 3.7 mi  Mine Hill Beach - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Lake Hopatcong Golf Club - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi  The Historic Palace Theatre - 7.3 km / 4.5 mi  Rockaway Townsquare - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Kindred Hospital New Jersey - Morris County - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Saint Clare's Dover Hospital - 8.8 km / 5.5 mi  Hedden Park - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi  Lake Shawnee - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi  Raccoon Island - 11.4 km / 7.1 mi  Budd Lake Municipal Beach - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi  Allamuchy Mountain State Park - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi  The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 55.8 km / 34.7 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 32.9 km / 20.4 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 37.2 km / 23.1 mi Manville, NJ (JVI-Central Jersey Regional) - 76.3 km / 47.4 mi Linden, NJ (LDJ) - 69.9 km / 43.4 mi The preferred airport for Courtyard by Marriott Rockaway Mount Arlington is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area. Additional amenities at this hotel include a picnic area and a banquet hall.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Mount Arlington? This hotel has 960 square feet (89 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.Enjoy a satisfying meal at Courtyard Bistro serving guests of Courtyard by Marriott Rockaway Mount Arlington. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Courtyard by Marriott Rockaway Mount Arlington

Brook Falls Farm

Near Pax Amicus Castle TheatreMake yourself at home in one of the 44 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.Located in Budd Lake, Days Inn by Wyndham Budd Lake is within a 5-minute drive of Budd Lake Municipal Beach and The Historic Palace Theatre. This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Allamuchy Mountain State Park and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Pax Amicus Castle Theatre.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Budd Lake Municipal Beach - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi The Historic Palace Theatre - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi Pax Amicus Castle Theatre - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi Allamuchy Mountain State Park - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi Wild West City - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi Hopatcong State Park - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Stephens State Park - 8.1 km / 5 mi Waterloo Village - 8.1 km / 5 mi Roxbury Mall - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi Lake Lackawanna - 9.8 km / 6.1 mi Lake Lackawanna Golf Course - 10.4 km / 6.5 mi Centenary College - 10.8 km / 6.7 mi Schooleys Mountain County Park - 11.9 km / 7.4 mi Stryker Airsoft - 12 km / 7.4 mi Hackettstown Medical Center - 12 km / 7.5 mi The nearest airports are:Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) - 64.3 km / 39.9 mi Morristown, NJ (MMU-Morristown Municipal) - 41.3 km / 25.7 mi Caldwell, NJ (CDW-Essex County) - 45.4 km / 28.2 mi Manville, NJ (JVI-Central Jersey Regional) - 52.8 km / 32.8 mi The preferred airport for Days Inn by Wyndham Budd Lake is Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Budd Lake? This hotel has facilities measuring 340 square feet (32 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Vanessa + Michael

Vanessa + Michael

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