Maidely Carlos
Nick Wallace
Maidely Carlos
Nick Wallace
September 18, 2026
How Our Story Began
Funny enough, our story starts online. I had been following a creator named CircleToonsHD, and when he announced a Discord server for fans, I decided to join. Nick joined as well, since he was friends with Circle’s brother and wanted to help out. Neither of us realized that a simple decision like that would bring us together and change everything. There was something about Nick that immediately stood out. Maybe it was his quirky sense of humor, the way he lit up when talking about video games and anime (which just happened to match my own interests), or maybe it was that unexplainable spark you sometimes feel with someone. Whatever it was, I eventually decided to reach out and send him a message. I thought, why not? That message turned into long chats, voice calls, and a connection that kept growing. We started looking forward to talking every day, and before we knew it, this friendship was turning into something much more. Long-distance wasn’t easy. Living in different states meant dealing with time differences and constantly missing each other. But we made it work, because deep down, we both knew this connection was worth holding on to. Eventually, we decided to meet in person in Atlanta. We were nervous and excited, but from the moment we saw each other, everything felt natural. Finally sharing real moments together just confirmed what we already knew — this was something real. Then the world changed. The pandemic hit, and being apart became even harder. Nick made the big decision to move to Wisconsin so we could be together. It was a huge step, but the right one. Since then, we’ve built a life together filled with love, laughter, and the occasional chaos from our cats. Now, we are stepping into our next chapter, and we are so excited to celebrate it with the people who mean the most to us.
Travel
Travel Note
Aiport Information
We are near 2 major airports and 1 regional. MKE - Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport ORD - O'Hare International Airport MSN - Dane County Regional Airport
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express
The link below will take you to the hotels website and it will automatically apply our wedding discount. If you have any questions or issues please reach out to the bride for assistance.
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Beloit by IHG
The link below will take you to the hotels website and it will automatically apply our wedding discount. If you have any questions or issues please reach out to the bride for assistance.
Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Beloit
In order to book you will need to call (608) 365-6000 and note it is for the "Wallace Wedding".
Discount Code - Wallace Wedding
Rental Car
Avis Car Rental
To receive a discounted rate you can use code J157617. Please note this is only usable through their site and not a 3rd party site.
Rental Car
Budget Car Rental
To receive a discounted rate you can use code S274070. Please note this is only usable through their site and not a 3rd party site.
Things To Do
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
A 16-acre outdoor botanical garden and 10,000-square-foot conservatory that houses beautiful flowers. They have an open air garden you can take a brisk stroll through or they have an indoor area with even more beautiful florals & butterflies!
Wisconsin State Capitol
Located just 45 minutes north of our venue is Wisconsin's beautiful Capitol building where you can book a tour and then afterwards you can dine at one of the many beautiful & delicious restaurants nearby.
Henry Vilas Zoo
A 28-acre public free zoo, perfect for any visiting kiddos!
Shedd Aquarium
The 3rd largest aquarium in the Western Hemisphere, after the Georgia Aquarium & Monterey Bay Aquarium. You can catch a spectacular dolphin show on your next visit!
Griffin Museum of Science & Industry
One of the largest science museums in the world and is home to more than 400,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits.
Anderson Japanese Gardens
A 12-acre Japanese garden with streams, waterfalls, winding pathways, and koi-filled ponds. This is where he popped the question!
Safari Lake Geneva
Safari Lake Geneva is an animal safari drive-through unlike anything else in the Chicagoland area. They are not a theme park or zoo, but a unique wildlife preserve that is home to animals from around the world.
Wedding Party
Madii
Bride
The star of the show
Suzanne
Maid of Honor
Over ten years ago, a simple sweet gesture started something neither of us could have predicted. It all began when Suzanne (Suzi) hearing that Madii had just lost her grandpa, offered her a bag of Albanese gummies to help brighten her day. From this thoughtful gesture a friendship that would grow into one of the most meaningful connections of our lives began. Suzi has recently received her MS in clinical counseling psychology & is working towards becoming an LPC. She love's sweet treats, red pandas, & The Nightmare Before Christmas. Madii is honored to have one of the most important people in her life be her maid of honor during her big day.
Alana
Matron of Honor
Alana is not only Nicks sister but a genuinely lovely human being who has welcomed Madii with open arms and an open heart, making her feel like family right away. Alana’s kindness, warmth, and caring nature shine in everything she does, and having her as part of this journey has been wonderful. She’s the kind of person who lights up a room and brings so much love and joy to those around her. Madii is beyond grateful to have Alana by her side, not just as a sister-in-law but as family.
Olivia
Junior Bridesmaid
Nick
Groom
The Co-Star
Alex
Best Man
Nick and Alex’s friendship goes back over 20 years! What started as casual conversations on the bus ride home from school and playing video games together, quickly turned into a friendship that has lasted through the test of time. Alex currently lives in Colorado with his wonderfully amazing girlfriend Tonya and their dog Balthazar. He loves building things and doing astrophotography. Nick is honored to have Alex by his side as his Best Man on this special day.
Mike
Groomsman
Nick met Mike over 13 years ago playing games. What started as building things together in Minecraft with others in an online community quickly turned into a friendship with countless laughs, and late night gaming sessions. Mike has been more than just a gaming buddy he’s been a loyal friend through thick and thin. Whether it's playing games or navigating life's ups and downs, Mike has always had Nick’s back. Outside of playing games with friends Mike spends his time taking care of his parents and helping to run his fathers window cleaning business. There’s no one better to stand by his side on this big day.
Brian
Groomsman
Nick met Brian through Suzi five years ago and it didn’t take long for them to hit it off. Bonding over a shared love of video games, anime, and tabletop games, their friendship grew naturally. Nick is grateful to have him as part of this journey and is proud to have him standing by his side on this special day.
Ezra
Ring Bearer
Harrison
Ring Bearer
Lucy
Flower Girl
Registry
FAQs
Question
What’s the Venue address?
Answer
Our venue is The Barn on Prairie located at 5828 S. County Rd G. Janesville, WI
Question
Is the ceremony & reception the same place?
Answer
Yes both are located in the same building.
Question
Can I bring a date?
Answer
Our wedding is strictly RSVP only. Due to the capacity with our venue, we are sadly unable to accommodate additional guests. We will only be able to accommodate those listed on your invitation. Thank you for understanding!
Question
Are kids welcome?
Answer
Due to limited numbers, we hope you appreciate that children are only invited if named on the invitation. Please note the reception will have adult music at times that may have explicit themes or words.
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
Please RSVP by July 10th, 2026. If we haven’t heard from you by then, we’ll assume you’re unable to make it and will be sorry to miss you.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
Dress code is semi formal (black tie optional). This means dresses below knee length or longer, dressy jumpsuits and dark suits. Bridal party will be in mauve dresses & blue suits, we ask to please refrain from wearing these colors. Please no T-shirts, jeans or khakis.
Question
Are you registered? Where?
Answer
Please see the registry on the site. We have it all connected in one place for easy convenience!
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Yes, please let the bride know if you have any food allergies or restrictions so they can coordinated with the caterer.
Question
Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
Our venue has free parking with plenty of room.
Question
What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
Please arrive no earlier than 3:30pm
Question
Do you have any hotel recommendations?
Answer
We have booked some hotel room blocks in areas that are within a reasonable distance. Please check the travel section for these hotels!
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