Thursday, January 31, 2008
About Us
Joe and I met in Salt Lake City in December of 2006. We hate to admit it, but we met on the internet. Ironically, neither of us were into "online dating" so it was pretty lucky that we found each other. We actually "met" in a coffee shop close to my house. Don't worry...I made sure he wasn't a slimeball, and we met in a public place. Since then we have been acting like a married couple, in a good way. :) Joe has 2 kids, Gracie (3) and Johnny (6) who I adore. We spend a lot of time with them, and we all get along great.
Joe and I know we are perfect for each other. Even though we aren't married yet, we've worked out a lot of kinks that usually come after the wedding....
Our first step at testing our relationship (other than the kiddos) was heading to Venezuela for 2 weeks last summer. Joe grew up there, and his extended family still lives in Maracaibo. I LOVED it. We had a great time, my spanish improved, and now the first thing Joe's family asks about when he speaks to them is me! They were awesome, and they took me in as one of their own. It was also a good test for Joe and I that we found out we could spend 14 days (that is 336 hours) together and still like each other. :)
The second step was buying a car together. After we got back from Venezuela, Joe and I bought a 1990 VW Bus to haul the kids and Bronco (the dog) around in. Its been a fun "project" and we hope to be able to have it road trip worthy soon. We had no problem taking care of the finances for the car together. Whew... second hurtle overcame.
In August, Joe proposed to me. That wasn't a hurtle at all. I was so happy. He gave me a ring that is made of African Blackwood and white gold. The diamond was from the first ring my dad gave my mom. It means a lot to me to have my moms diamond, and I love how unique my ring is. People tell me it suits me perfectly.
Our last hurtle is that we recently bought a house in Salt Lake City. We are renting it back to the previous owners until April, which helps keep the stress level a bit lower. We are both so excited to have our own place, as well as having a great space for the kiddos and visitors.
My sister-in-law said that two of the most stressful times in life are getting married and buying a house. Well, we decided to just kill two birds with one stone. We've stood up to this much, and both feel that together we can take on anything. We are so excited to be married, and to share the event with our friends and family.
Joe and I know we are perfect for each other. Even though we aren't married yet, we've worked out a lot of kinks that usually come after the wedding....
Our first step at testing our relationship (other than the kiddos) was heading to Venezuela for 2 weeks last summer. Joe grew up there, and his extended family still lives in Maracaibo. I LOVED it. We had a great time, my spanish improved, and now the first thing Joe's family asks about when he speaks to them is me! They were awesome, and they took me in as one of their own. It was also a good test for Joe and I that we found out we could spend 14 days (that is 336 hours) together and still like each other. :)
The second step was buying a car together. After we got back from Venezuela, Joe and I bought a 1990 VW Bus to haul the kids and Bronco (the dog) around in. Its been a fun "project" and we hope to be able to have it road trip worthy soon. We had no problem taking care of the finances for the car together. Whew... second hurtle overcame.
In August, Joe proposed to me. That wasn't a hurtle at all. I was so happy. He gave me a ring that is made of African Blackwood and white gold. The diamond was from the first ring my dad gave my mom. It means a lot to me to have my moms diamond, and I love how unique my ring is. People tell me it suits me perfectly.
Our last hurtle is that we recently bought a house in Salt Lake City. We are renting it back to the previous owners until April, which helps keep the stress level a bit lower. We are both so excited to have our own place, as well as having a great space for the kiddos and visitors.
My sister-in-law said that two of the most stressful times in life are getting married and buying a house. Well, we decided to just kill two birds with one stone. We've stood up to this much, and both feel that together we can take on anything. We are so excited to be married, and to share the event with our friends and family.
California Ceremony Information
WEDDING CEREMONY
SATURDAY APRIL 12, 2008 - 11:00 AM
VETERANS PARK ON ARROYO ROAD
LIVERMORE, CA
DRESS: The ceremony will take place in a natural area of Veterans Park, so please dress appropriately. Semi-Casual is fine. Ladies - you may not want to wear heals, as we will be walking on grass and field areas.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE QUALITY INN TO VETERANS PARK...
1: Start out going NORTHEAST on PRESTON AVE toward SOUTHFRONT RD.
2: Turn RIGHT onto S VASCO RD.
3: Turn RIGHT onto TESLA RD / CR-J2. Continue to follow CR-J2.
4: Turn LEFT onto CONCANNON BLVD.
5: Turn LEFT onto ARROYO RD.
6: End at Veterans Park Kiosk: 5211 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550, US
DIRECTIONS FROM JUDY AND DALE'S TO VETERANS PARK...
1: Start out going NORTH on GONZAGA CT toward DRAKE WAY.
2: Turn LEFT onto DRAKE WAY.
3: Turn RIGHT onto HILLCREST AVE.
4: Turn LEFT onto EAST AVE.
5: Turn LEFT onto 7TH ST.
6: Turn LEFT onto S L ST.
7: S L ST becomes ARROYO RD. 8: End at Veterans Park: 5211 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550, US
SATURDAY APRIL 12, 2008 - 11:00 AM
VETERANS PARK ON ARROYO ROAD
LIVERMORE, CA
DRESS: The ceremony will take place in a natural area of Veterans Park, so please dress appropriately. Semi-Casual is fine. Ladies - you may not want to wear heals, as we will be walking on grass and field areas.
DIRECTIONS FROM THE QUALITY INN TO VETERANS PARK...
1: Start out going NORTHEAST on PRESTON AVE toward SOUTHFRONT RD.
2: Turn RIGHT onto S VASCO RD.
3: Turn RIGHT onto TESLA RD / CR-J2. Continue to follow CR-J2.
4: Turn LEFT onto CONCANNON BLVD.
5: Turn LEFT onto ARROYO RD.
6: End at Veterans Park Kiosk: 5211 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550, US
DIRECTIONS FROM JUDY AND DALE'S TO VETERANS PARK...
1: Start out going NORTH on GONZAGA CT toward DRAKE WAY.
2: Turn LEFT onto DRAKE WAY.
3: Turn RIGHT onto HILLCREST AVE.
4: Turn LEFT onto EAST AVE.
5: Turn LEFT onto 7TH ST.
6: Turn LEFT onto S L ST.
7: S L ST becomes ARROYO RD. 8: End at Veterans Park: 5211 Arroyo Rd, Livermore, CA 94550, US
California Open House Information
OPEN HOUSE TO FOLLOW THE CEREMONY AT THE
HOME OF JUDY AND DALE WALKER
1:00 PM- 6:00 PM
1215 GONZAGA COURT
LIVERMORE, CA
DIRECTIONS FROM VETERANS PARK TO THE WALKER HOME...
1: Start out going NORTH on ARROYO RD toward PALM DR.
2: ARROYO RD becomes S L ST.
3: Turn RIGHT onto 7TH ST.
4: Turn RIGHT onto EAST AVE.
5: Turn RIGHT onto HILLCREST AVE.
6: Turn LEFT onto DRAKE WAY.
7: Turn RIGHT onto GONZAGA CT.
8: End at 1215 Gonzaga Ct, Livermore, CA 94550-4919, US
DIRECTIONS FROM THE QUALITY INN TO THE WALKER HOME...
1: Start out going NORTHEAST on PRESTON AVE toward SOUTHFRONT RD.
2: Turn RIGHT onto S VASCO RD.
3: Turn RIGHT onto EAST AVE.
4: Turn LEFT onto XAVIER WAY.
5: Turn RIGHT onto DRAKE WAY.
6: Turn LEFT onto GONZAGA CT.
7: End at 1215 Gonzaga Ct Livermore, CA 94550-4919, US
HOME OF JUDY AND DALE WALKER
1:00 PM- 6:00 PM
1215 GONZAGA COURT
LIVERMORE, CA
DIRECTIONS FROM VETERANS PARK TO THE WALKER HOME...
1: Start out going NORTH on ARROYO RD toward PALM DR.
2: ARROYO RD becomes S L ST.
3: Turn RIGHT onto 7TH ST.
4: Turn RIGHT onto EAST AVE.
5: Turn RIGHT onto HILLCREST AVE.
6: Turn LEFT onto DRAKE WAY.
7: Turn RIGHT onto GONZAGA CT.
8: End at 1215 Gonzaga Ct, Livermore, CA 94550-4919, US
DIRECTIONS FROM THE QUALITY INN TO THE WALKER HOME...
1: Start out going NORTHEAST on PRESTON AVE toward SOUTHFRONT RD.
2: Turn RIGHT onto S VASCO RD.
3: Turn RIGHT onto EAST AVE.
4: Turn LEFT onto XAVIER WAY.
5: Turn RIGHT onto DRAKE WAY.
6: Turn LEFT onto GONZAGA CT.
7: End at 1215 Gonzaga Ct Livermore, CA 94550-4919, US
Utah Open House Information
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A WEDDING CELEBRATION
AT OUR NEW HOME
SATURDAY APRIL 26, 2008
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
1031 TALLY HO DRIVE, SALT LAKE CITY
AT OUR NEW HOME
SATURDAY APRIL 26, 2008
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
1031 TALLY HO DRIVE, SALT LAKE CITY
Registration Information
We are registered at Target. You can look us up at the store, or shop online.
Also, since we just bought a new house, we would love gift certificates for Lowe's (I'm sure we'll have lots to get there....) or IKEA (we LOVE IKEA).
Also, since we just bought a new house, we would love gift certificates for Lowe's (I'm sure we'll have lots to get there....) or IKEA (we LOVE IKEA).
Hotel/Lodging Information (California)
I've blocked out rooms at the Quality Inn in Livermore for Thursday April 10 - Sunday April 13.
To make a reservation, call 925-606-7171, and tell them you are with the Walker/Bravo Wedding party. They will give you a discounted rate.
The rates are....
2 queen beds $69.99/night
1 king bed $69.99/night
Suite (1 king bed and a pull out couch) $99.99/night
YOU HAVE TO MAKE THE RESERVATION BY MARCH 10 TO GUARANTEE THAT THE ROOMS WILL STILL BE HELD, AND GET THE DISCOUNTED RATE.
Call me if you have questions.
To make a reservation, call 925-606-7171, and tell them you are with the Walker/Bravo Wedding party. They will give you a discounted rate.
The rates are....
2 queen beds $69.99/night
1 king bed $69.99/night
Suite (1 king bed and a pull out couch) $99.99/night
YOU HAVE TO MAKE THE RESERVATION BY MARCH 10 TO GUARANTEE THAT THE ROOMS WILL STILL BE HELD, AND GET THE DISCOUNTED RATE.
Call me if you have questions.
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