Venue: Dover Hall

Catie & Trey's Wedding Day

Guests begin to arrive

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Dancing

Guest Transportation – Trolley Schedule

We are providing complimentary trolley transportation between Residence Inn by Marriott Short Pump at the Notch and Dover Hall for all guests on the day of the wedding. Each trolley holds approximately 25 guests, so we encourage some guests to take the first trolley to enjoy live music by our string trio (violin, viola, and cello), sip on refreshments, and mingle before the ceremony begins. Trolley Departure Times from the Hotel:• Trolley 1: 3:35 p.m.• Trolley 2: 4:05 p.m.

﻿We can't wait to share this special day with our closest friends and family! We will continue to update the following information as we get closer to the day of the wedding.

Our Wedding

DAY 1 - Breaking Through

In 2018, a young man, rushing to baseball practice, saw a very beautiful woman, rushing to soccer practice. He thought to himself “Wowwie!” and then got back to his frantic college athletics mind space. He had no idea how fortunate he would become… About a week later the young man was chatting with his roommate. Somehow, he had a class with the woman he saw, and he managed to find her Instagram with his help. He immediately sent her a DM, as to which she promptly ignored for a few days. After a handful of persistent days of messaging, he convinced here to give him her snapchat. That same day, the college boys’ soccer team had a game. She mentioned she was going with her team and the young man knew he needed to go say hello in person. He showed up to the game with his roommate and began waiting. And waiting. And waiting some more. He realized she wasn’t coming, as to which she confirmed his intuition. He immediately asked for her number and promptly called her asking to see her. It went something like - *ring*ring* “Hey, where are you? We are going to come over :)”. He just had to see her! She somehow wasn’t spooked by this and told him where she was. He came over, made some small talk, and they decided to go back to the sketchy west Baltimore apartment with the roommate chauffeuring. Over the next few hours, he failed to convince her that he wasn’t just another college boy trying to do college boy things (…this was for good reason. He was trying to come off cool or something to that effect). She said she wanted to leave and would call an uber to take her back to the campus. This made the young man very sad. His real intention was to be friends with her. It hurt him that he hadn’t manage to do that. She was ready to go back and never see him again. He wasn’t ready to give up yet though! He proclaimed he would drive her back. She accepted, likely thinking it was a faster solution to getting back to her place. This is where the magic happened. The first words in the car were “I think you have the wrong idea of who I am”. He started talking about where he came from, his beliefs, and what his true intentions were. He spoke as if they had known each other for years, not minutes. She very quickly understood this was a very different man than anyone she had ever met. The two rambled on, chatting into the wee hours of the morning until they physically passed out due to exhaustion. Two days later, the very beautiful young woman moved her things into the sketchy west Baltimore apartment. They both knew the other was the person they had been missing. The key to the void that life had left them with. The missing piece to make them whole.

Years 0-3 - The Foundation

In all seriousness, we got off to a quick start. There was no time to waste! We were both figuring out who we wanted to be and how to be that person. We had both made previous decisions that left us in an under provisioned and out of position state. We were incredible entangled in our situation at the time… The more we talked about the future, the further it realistically got from us. This is where we saw the reality of our lives for the first time. The messy truth of where and who we actually were. It became clear that an incredible amount of work, risk, and pain stood between us and where we needed to go. We pushed each other extremely hard. We required nothing less than the best effort the other had. That pressure led to a lot of fights. I mean, you throw an 18 and 20 year old in a box together with tons of stress, I’m not sure if you could expect anything less. Side bar here… We both agree, you MUST fight if there is something worth fighting for. We had a ton of pride which held us back from being the best person and partner we could be. This had to be carved away by the other person and a lot of self-reflection. With each long conversation, fight, and lesson learned, we grew stronger. Our initial bond was so impossibly strong that we simply got comfortable ‘in the hot seat’. There was no let up in this time. We did everything at 100% effort. School, sports, finances, career planning, and our relationship. I’ll spare a lot of the messy details here. In just a few short years… we became more all around capable, improved our position dramatically, and learned how to live each day with the other right by our side. We really had gone from two stupid kids to two incredible partners on something we call – The Family Mission. We became selfless for our future. The foundation was set and all we needed to do was to keep applying pressure. Everything before this was incredibly painful. But this is where everything started to click. We improved our finances, living situation, we finished up school, and a beautiful white and brown puppy came into our lives. We rarely fought anymore towards the end of this time. Our lives became one and we were on our mission. We had decided on a future we were going to have, and nothing would come between us and that future.

Years 4-5 – Up and to the Right

This is where life became exponentially better. The life we had talked and dreamed about started becoming our reality. We moved into a very nice condo, furnished our home, purchased some nice vehicles, started paying off debt, raised our little fur baby, and gained tremendous momentum in anything else you could think off. We also had become a lot better at spending time with our friends and family. We had been selfish with our time, and we made a conscious effort to start growing our relationships again. Life started slowing down and we were so incredibly grateful for all the things that had come into our lives. This started, what up to today, feels like an endless honeymoon stage. Again, we’ll leave a lot of details out here, but this period of time was a slow climb to the top. We of course still have plenty of bad days as we will never not give 100% and take risks for our future (which is almost never pleasant). But our Love and Family continued to grow stronger.

Our Future - The Family Mission

In previous passages it likely sounds like we are entering something that looks like retirement. However, we assure you that this is only the beginning. We’ve mentioned “The Family Mission” many times. The following are a few things we will achieve through our common mission. 	-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We plan to grow our family with beautiful babies. We want, at a minimum (Trey speaking here), five little ones. We’ve already got a few names picked out :).	-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We plan to move to Bainbridge Island, Washington. It is secluded but also right outside of Seattle. It is the perfect spot to grow our family.	-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We will continue spending more time and make memories with friends and family. Hopefully those close to us have noticed a recent uptick in time with us!	-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We will work on our health. This has lacked while focusing on other things. No more excuses haha!	-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;We will continue growing financially. We have come very far and are doing very well, but it will never be enough. We have big dreams and want to make a positive impact on the world and those close to us. We see this coming from a business we will be opening this year (2024).-&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lastly, and most importantly, we will continue becoming better partners for each other and our family. Everything mentioned is only possible through our love and faith.&nbsp;

Final Note

If you’re reading this, we would like to thank you for being a part of our lives. Every single person invited to our wedding has made an everlasting impact on us. Thank you so much for everything! We couldn’t possibly begin to explain how important you have all been to us. We love you very much!!!&nbsp;

Our Love Story

For your convenience, a block of rooms have been reserved at a special rate at Residence Inn by Marriott Short Pump at the Notch. Please only use the link attached when booking in order to receive a discounted rate ($139-$149/ night). Please note that when you book a room at the hotel, your credit card will not be charged until you check in. You are only required to provide a credit card to secure your reservation. Kindly create your reservation as soon as possible. The room block, along with the discounted rate, ends on June 3, 2025. They offer some great amenities that we think you will appreciate including:Free Full American and Hot BreakfastKitchen in all SuitesTransportation to and from the wedding (so you don't have to drive)Discounted room rate for the guests at our weddingPets Welcome ($75/reservation)Free Wifi

Residence Inn by Marriott Short Pump at the Notch

Guest Transportation – Trolley Schedule We are providing complimentary trolley transportation between Residence Inn by Marriott Short Pump at the Notch and Dover Hall for all guests on the day of the wedding. Each trolley holds approximately 25 guests, so we encourage some guests to take the first trolley to enjoy live music by our string trio (violin, viola, and cello), sip on refreshments, and mingle before the ceremony begins. Trolley Departure Times from the Hotel: • Trolley 1: 3:35 p.m. • Trolley 2: 4:05 p.m.

RVA on wheels- Trolleys

Accommodations

AIRPORT - RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (RIC)

We recommend flying into Richmond International Airport (RIC). This airport is a 30 minute drive to 'Residence Inn by Marriott Short Pump at the Notch'.

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Travel Info

DOVER HALL

HISTORY

In the year 2000, Dennis and Cindy Pryor saw their dream come to fruition as they completed the construction of an extravagant family residence. Their vision was to create a home that exuded the charm of the English countryside, a lavish abode fit for royalty. The journey towards this dream began several years prior to breaking ground on the property, with The Pryors' interior design firm embarking on a meticulous quest to source furnishings and artwork from across Europe. This endeavor took approximately four to five years before the actual construction commenced. Once the project was underway, the Pryor family, including their son, had the privilege of residing in this grand 38,000 square foot estate for nearly a decade before deciding to sell the property. The year 2014 marked a significant turning point for Dover Hall, as it transitioned from being a private residence to a venue exclusively designed for luxurious events. What makes this transformation intriguing is that the Pryors opted to leave behind a substantial portion, approximately 90%, of the estate's originally sourced furnishings. This decision resulted in a captivating juxtaposition of historical authenticity and character with the modern architectural design of the house. In 2017, the management of Dover Hall was taken over by the Dover Hall Experiences team, who embarked on their own mission. Their vision was to curate an unparalleled guest experience by hosting unforgettable events and providing upscale lodging options. Since that transition, their team has successfully hosted a multitude of events, ranging from weddings to holiday parties - essentially, any occasion worthy of celebration has found a welcoming home at Dover Hall.

EXTERIOR

INTERIOR

Dover Hall

DRESS CODE / INSPIRATION

Formal Attire: We ask guests to wear ALL BLACK Gentlemen: A black suit or tuxedo with a black bowtie/tie and a black or white shirt. Ladies:Floor-length, tea-length, or midi formal dresses. No mini dresses please. Formal blazer sets, and formal jumpsuits are also acceptable.

Please reach out to Catie or Trey if you have any questions about attire! We'd love to see our friends and family get fancy with us. Keep in mind that the ceremony will be held outdoors during the summer. We can't wait to capture everlasting moments with you in your fabulous outfits!

Engagement Photos