By Terry Meadows

Heather and Glenn's love story defies the odds of a typical sports rivalry, blossoming from an unexpected meeting into a deep, enduring connection. Despite their contrasting allegiances to the Patriots and Bills, their romance took root on a quintessential sunny day, sparked by a chance encounter and a shared love for their dogs, Jax and Dunkin.

Their journey together, filled with adventure, laughter, and shared traditions, has only grown stronger over time, overcoming any obstacles along the way. Surrounded by the warmth of family and friends, Glenn's heartfelt proposal in their new backyard marked the beginning of their next chapter. They celebrated their summer wedding at Zion Springs, heralding the start of their new life together.

The Engagement

Morven Park

The Rehearsal

Rigatoni and Meatballs | Cannolis

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Elegance by Roya, Old Town Alexandria

Indochino

Dresses by Revelry | Suits by Indochino

"We loved the photos from up top overlooking the barn. The best part of our photos was by far the photographers. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day, Doug made our photo sessions so fun and he was able to beautifully capture the best day of our life."

The Ceremony

Heather: “Simply the Best” | Glenn: “Everlong”

The Reception

First Dance: "My Blood"

Dinner: Short Ribs, ChickenPicatta with Roasted Seasonal Vegetables | Donuts

"Many of our guests sought us out that night to tell us this was the best wedding food they've ever had! The short ribs were a huge hit! We also loved Friday night pizza! The wedding party loved the brick oven, such a fun yet delicious experience!"

Red Velvet with Pure Vanilla Frosting

What advice would you give to other wedding couples?

"If you are looking for a fun and stress free wedding planning process, you've found it! Zion Springs will create the wedding of your dreams and memories that you will cherish forever. John and Chris have created something truly special at Zion!

Enjoy every minute of it and trust the process! Create memories along the way and feel confident that you are in the best hands possible. Laura is the most organized, top notch wedding planner out there, she will keep you on track and the end result will be everything you've dreamed of! It will be the best day ever!"

Zion Springs: The Idyllic Backdrop for Your Wedding Day Bliss

If you're feeling inspired and eager to see more of what could be your dream wedding, we invite you to explore our Real Weddings stories on our Answers and Advice page. Here, you'll discover a world of unique celebrations that have unfolded at Zion Springs.

As an all-inclusive wedding venue, we're dedicated to removing the complexities of wedding planning, allowing you to focus on what truly matters - celebrating your love. Our extensive collection of articles is crafted to guide you through every step of your wedding journey, ensuring that your special day is not just memorable, but also your "best day ever".

All photos in this article are courtesy of Zion Springs' in-house photographer.