Rehearsal/Welcome Dinner

The Refinery at Perona Farms

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

The Love Story of Michael and Kayla Est. 2022 Every great love story begins in an unexpected place, and for Michael and Kayla, that place was a hospital in Staten Island. Amid the long shifts, busy hallways, and endless meetings, something special began to grow between them. What started as friendly smiles and small conversations soon became the highlight of each other’s days. One evening, Kayla took a chance and asked Michael if he wanted to go to a concert with her at the Prudential Center. Michael said yes—though he later confessed he had absolutely no idea who the performer was. The truth was simple: he wasn’t going for the music, he was going for her. That night, surrounded by the energy of the crowd and the sound of the music, something clicked. Their connection was effortless, their laughter came easy, and from that moment on, the two of them were inseparable. As their love grew, so did their adventures together. Whether they were exploring new cities, attending concerts, visiting Disney, or seeking out new restaurants and foods to try, every experience became more meaningful simply because they were together. Their shared love for travel and discovery brought out the best in each other—Michael’s steady presence and Kayla’s joyful spirit creating the perfect balance wherever they went. Then, one unforgettable evening, Michael brought Kayla to a place that held a lifetime of memories—Long Beach Island, where he and his family had spent summers for years. As the sun began to set and painted the sky in shades of pink and gold, Michael got down on one knee on the sand and asked Kayla to spend forever with him. Surrounded by the peaceful sound of the waves and the soft glow of the setting sun, Kayla said yes. In that moment, a place filled with childhood memories became the beginning of their future together. From that day forward, their story continued to unfold—filled with laughter, love, and the excitement of everything still to come. What began as two coworkers crossing paths in a hospital turned into a beautiful journey built on friendship, trust, and the kind of love that feels like home.

Our Story

Engagement Photos

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We've reserved a block of rooms at The Residence Inn Mt. Olive! <a href="https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1769788080841&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Click here to book</a>. Please book before 8/13/2026 to receive the discounted room rate. Check in: 3 pmCheck out: 11 am For guests arriving the night before (9/12), the same rate applies for both nights.

Residence Inn by Marriott Mt. Olive at International Trade Center

Shuttle service will be provided to the venue from the Residence Inn leaving promptly at 4:45 pm and returning guests back to the hotel at 11:00 pm.

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Michael & Kayla

Michael & Kayla

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