Friday Continental Breakfast

Welcome Dinner

St. John Henry Newman Chapel

Ceremony

Reception

St. John Henry Newman Catholic Student Center

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Joe & Mitzi's House

Sunday Brunch & Area Activites

Monday Continental Breakfast

Pikes Peak Cog Rail

White Water Rafting (if enough interest)

Spring

Our Wedding

In a magical place named Colorado Springs. At an enchanted place the Broadmoor Resort, Joe and Mitzi had their first date on May 9th 2023. But it didn’t begin there, it began on Facebook dating. Mitzi was scrolling through pictures and saw Joe in his “little sports jacket”; he was different than what she had chosen before and she “Liked” Joe. Joe was also scrolling and saw he was “Liked” by this beautiful young woman, with only one picture and no profile. He was skeptical that this beautiful woman would be interested in him, but in a second, he “Liked” her back. What did he have to lose? She was so beautiful. It could be she wasn’t real; at worst he might be stood up, but there was no way he could let this opportunity pass. For Mitzi being in Colorado was lonely. She had left Texas behind to start a new life. Facebook dating seemed to be an avenue to meet new people. While cruising through Facebook dating, Mitzi saw Joe’s profile, it was so intriguing and different than what Mitzi gravitated to before. That evening they spoke. The next evening, they were meeting at the Broadmoor Resort. As Mitzi pulled up, she saw Joe walking up from the bench near the church wearing the same “little sports jacket”. What Joe saw was an enchanted carriage pull up, actually at Toyota pickup truck. The door opened and a beautiful maiden in a dress and blue jean jacket stepped out. Joe immediately took her hand and walked her to the Broadmoor. Joe fell in love on that first date at the Broadmore Resort, a 6-hour date. They talked, Joe sang to her, Mitzi told her story, they walked barefoot and danced in the grass, they had a yard of ale at the Golden Bee, and they kissed. Joe knew even then, he would marry this woman. Joe and Mitzi had their second date 3-days later. It was 8-hours. Joe wore jeans. Mitzi told Joe she wasn’t sure she was going to continue to reside in Colorado. Joe with his big personality and oversized ego implored Mitzi to stay in Colorado. Mitzi had a previously planned trip to Texas and on her return, Joe took her by train through the Rockies to Glenwood Springs for a spa weekend. On the train ride back, they agreed that their adventure on Facebook dating was over. There would be Joe and Mitzi forever. Their adventures have taken them to many places. Maryland to meet his family and friends, then to Texas to meet her family and friends. Each adventure they have been on together has drawn their relationship closer. Mitzi has loved falling in love with Joe through these three years as they have traveled and look forward to many more years and adventures. He truly makes her happy, and she loves being able to be close to him. Joe was right. Mitzi stayed in Colorado. After taking her hand in that parking lot, he hasn’t let it go since. AND THEY LIVED HAPPILY EVER AFTER

Our Love Story

One weekend away at a favorite hot springs. One fateful Valentine’s Day meal. One proposal. It’s not the beginning of our story, but it is truly a pivotal moment. Joe planned a wonderful weekend away at one of our favorite destinations. Mt. Princeton Hot Springs. A scenic and relaxing location located at the base of Mt. Princeton surrounded by the Collegiate Peaks. The warm pools of water in the Chalk Creek are created using rocks to capture the naturally heated water that mixes with the cold water of the creek. The water rushing down the creek creates an even deeper level of relaxation. After soaking the afternoon away, a dinner reservation awaited us at the Mary Murphy Steakhouse located in the Mt. Princeton Resort. Before dinner was served, while sipping Prosecco Joe simply stated that he very much enjoys spending all of his time with me. I agree. I very much enjoy spending my time with Joe and all of our adventures together. He pulls out a ring box. This box contains the same ring that his father proposed to his mother. He says “Let’s spend the rest of our lives together”. Of course, I say “yes”.~ Mitzi

The Engagement Proposal

Our Engagement Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Dress Code

Q + A

Holiday Inn Express

Cheyenne Mountain Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs Airport

Denver International Airport

Travel

Who: Out-of-Town Guests Location: Brunch at Joe &amp; Mitzi's House Friday, May 15 at 10:30am Followed by a tour of the Broadmoor Hotel and a hike at Red Rocks Canyon

Continental Cafe at Joe & Mitzi's

Colorado's Favorite Fried Chicken &amp; Country Dinners Welcome Dinner for Out-of-Town GuestsFriday, May 15 at 7pm Childcare will be provided.Cost per person:$37 (Tax/Tip included) with cash or check (they prefer cash)OR$37 + 3% fee (credit card)

Juniper Valley Ranch

Saturday, May 16 Location: St. John Henry Newman Chapel and Catholic Student Center

Wedding Day

Who: Out-of-Town Guests Location: Brunch at Joe &amp; Mitzi's House Time: 12pm Followed by a trip to Garden of the Gods, Downtown Urban Hike, Dinner at Rudy's BBQ Pay as you go:Rudy's BBQ315 South 31st Street, Colorado Spring, CO 80904

For: Out-of-Town Guests Monday, May 18 at 10:30am Location: Joe &amp; Mitzi's House

Monday, May 18Train departs for top of Pikes Peak Mountain at 2pmCost: $66.99/person

Pikes Peak Cog Railway Peak Station

(if enough interest) Tuesday, May 19Cost: $100-1301/2 Day Trip in Big Horn Canyon, Class II &amp; III RapidsFamily-friendly adventure with splashy rapids and high desert sceneryPerfect for first-timers!

J&M