By Terry Meadows
Visha and Ryan's story began in a rather charming way at their local church. Ryan first noticed Visha from a distance, captivated by her beauty, and found himself wishing for an opportunity to converse with her. That opportunity did come, but with a twist – Visha didn't recall him after their first encounter. Fate intervened when one of the pastors, perhaps sensing Ryan's dilemma, extended an invitation to both for a dinner at his home. This gathering marked their memorable meeting, where Visha finally recognized Ryan. Motivated by this encounter, Ryan wasted no time and asked Visha out the very next day, leading to their first official date. And so began their sweet journey to the altar.
The Engagement
Zion Springs
The Rehearsal
Dinner: Rigatoni and Meatballs, Pizzas | Tiramisu
Modern Trousseau, Georgetown
Black Tux
Bridesmaids: Birdy Grey | Groomsmen: Black Tux
"The main attraction of Zion Springs was that we could have the property for the whole weekend, meaning we could have continuous (and even unstructured) time with our closest family and friends. A secondary attraction of Zion Springs was the all-inclusive nature of it... not having to find vendors in a one-by-one fashion saved time (and mental space) for us."
The Ceremony
"We very much enjoyed the opportunity to have our closest people stay on site after the rehearsal dinner and into the next morning. This led to excellent and memorable interactions. We also loved being able to take pictures around the property -- the aesthetic fit our vibe!"
The Reception
Dinner: Mediteranean Chicken with Green Beans, Vegetarian Portobello Mushroom with Rice Pilaf | Donuts
"We appreciated that the Zion Springs staff knew it was their responsibility to make things run... and they did it. They made a point about making sure we knew this starting even in the planning process, and it continued all the way through the wedding day. They really did take things off of our mental plate so that we were freed up to focus on things other than logistics."
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese
What advice would you give to other wedding couples?
"It's hard to overestimate the benefit of freeing up mental space as you prepare and have your wedding... and Zion Springs is excellent at enabling you to do so. Don't lose focus on what matters: it matters more that you are getting married than do the details about how the wedding will be executed. On the wedding day, fight to be present with your spouse-to-be and your closest people!"
Zion Springs: Your Perfect Wedding Destination Unveiled
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