In the vibrant heart of San Diego, amid a lingerie birthday party and a swirl of music, fate had its fun. That night, Sammy, our audacious DJ, declared within minutes of meeting Rae that she would one day be his wife—despite her not-so-single status at the time! Little did we know, this bold proclamation would set the stage for a love story written in the stars! Our journey together took on new meaning when we discovered we were expecting our beloved Rapha. It was then we realized our love was about more than just us—it was about building a family, something deeply sacred to us both. Sammy’s own story, from being found in a shoebox as a newborn to being adopted by Marti and Tom, made this moment even more profound. The proposal was as magical as it was mischievous. At the Alila, our favorite spot by the sea, surrounded by friends and family hiding in the bushes, Sammy asked Rae to be his forever. The Alila, a place where our dreams stretch out to the horizon, was the perfect setting for our next chapter. We invite you to join us in celebrating timeless love under the stars. Our wedding will take place at a friend’s beautiful home in San Diego, overlooking a serene lake and mountain range, with a ceremony at sunset. Picture an evening of elegance with white, gold, and silver, accented by splashes of fuchsia and orange, and the night of galactic glam, lasers and disco balls and the best music as we dance under the stars. The weekend kicks off with a Day of the Dead-themed rehearsal dinner on November 1, honoring the love that has come before us. On November 2, we’ll celebrate our present love with you all, and on November 3, we’ll gather for a surf-out beach brunch, releasing flowers into the ocean as we embrace the future. For a touch of whimsy, we’ll have a Make-a-Wish station where you can gaze at the stars and a podcast booth to record your well-wishes and advice. We want you to feel relaxed and inspired, so we’re suggesting accommodations close to the beach and all the activities we love in San Diego. Come as you are, dress in your finest, and join us in celebrating a love that’s as timeless as the stars. With all our love and excitement, Rae & Sammy