We swiped RIGHT!
James takes his time with most big decisions… with all decisions. This is no exception. After 6 months of Covid dating, he finally asked Jess to be his official significant other.
We flew to NY so James could meet Jess’ family: Spoiler Alert- he was a hit! Upon return, we combined our lives by moving in together.
The creation of Benny Boop and completion to our little family.
James is Buddy the Elf and LOVES Christmas. It was an intimate moment shared between just ourselves and Benny Boop!
WEDDING DAY! #BennyandtheGrieves
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Casual- Be sure to bring something warm to wrap up in once the sun goes down.
Will be BBQing for the wedding party and traveling guests, but everyone is welcome to come hang around the fire pits and mingle! BYOB (limited will be provided). No glass allowed on the beach. Will provide s’more supplies.
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Semi-formal/Cocktail
PARKING: *Rideshare Options are highly recommended* Our yatch, The Icon, is located at 2527 W. Coast Highway. Guests may park at 2431 W. Coast Highway for $10 cash per car. Guests may also park at 2400 W. Coast Highway, which is located across the street from the yachts and pay by the hour.
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Flight
In distance order: SNA- John Wayne Orange County Airport LGB- Long Beach Airport LAX- Los Angeles International Airport BUR- Hollywood Burbank Airport
Hotel
We have 20 rooms reserved at a special rate for our guests: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1723573655820&key=GRP
Travel Note
We have pre-filtered local Airbnbs to assist you with your lodging needs.
Bride
Matron of Honor
"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart." - Whinnie the Pooh Janna has the eye for details and planning! In planning and in friendship, everything she does is intentional and heartfelt.
Man of Honor
“I'd go anywhere for you Anywhere you asked me to I'd do anything for you Anything you want me to Your love as far as I can see Is all I'm ever gonna need” - Backstreet Boys James is the childhood/forever friend. He’s loved me through all stages of my life. He’s the reason I ended up in CA. Our friendship has been life changing.
Bridesmaid
“Friendship is a manifestation of God's love for you, expressed through your friends, who constitute the most valuable possessions a human being can have.” - Paramhansa Yogananda Kaylee is the ultimate manifestor, my heart’s compass, my attitude adjustment, my support, my light. Our friendship has traveled across the globe and has shown the most growth. Fun fact: we have matching lip tattoos
Mother of the Bride
Groom
Best Man
Groomsman
Groomsman
Mother of the Groom
Father of the Groom
Officiant
“There is nothing better than a friend, unless it’s a friend with tacos.” The queen of puns! Forever part of each others Pea Pods, we couldn’t think of a better person to share our love and pronounce our marriage!
Honor Attendant
“You’ve got a friend in me.”- Toy Story Benny’s best friend and handler for the ceremony
Vocals for ceremony
Voice of an angel- and ironically met through church/God
Hard at work on these... Talk soon.