December 10, 2022

Lauren and Kalyn would become Mr. and Mrs. Brown during their wedding ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Groesbeck, Texas. Afterwards they would celebrate with their family and friends at their reception at the Groesbeck Convention Center.

Although it was December, the weather was extremely mild. It was actually perfect for a wedding! There sun would peek out from the clouds periodically and there was a slight breeze that blew just enough to keep the air moving.

Lauren and Kalyn met through a dating app and later had their first date at a local Mexican restaurant. That date lasted over FOUR hours! The two of them talked and listened to each other the entire time. They said they were instantly comfortable with each other so their first date never felt like a “first date.”

The two of them continued their courtship and as each day passed, they fell deeper in love. Eventually Kalyn decided that he’d love to spend the rest of his life with Lauren. He wanted to propose to her, but wanted to make it special and include her late dad in some way.

One day Kalyn asked Lauren if there was a place that reminded her of being with her dad. Lauren told him that it would be the big Aggie ring on the Texas A & M University campus in College Station, Texas. When Lauren was ordering her Aggie ring, her dad commented that the ring was so cool and he wished he had that when he graduated. This gave Kalyn an idea!

January 15, 2022 - Kalyn asked Lauren to be his friend forever

Kalyn asked his family, Lauren’s family and some of Lauren’s closest friends to surprise her at the giant ring on Kalyn asked his family, my family and some of my closest friends to surprise me at the giant ring on campus. He was waiting for Lauren, down on one knee under the big Aggie ring! When Lauren approached Kalyn, he asked, “Do you wanna be my friend forever? “ Lauren said, “YES!” She thought it was so special that he tried to include her late father.

I met Lauren and Kalyn in February of 2022 on a very cold day! The sun was shining brightly that afternoon for their session. You’d never know the day started off with snow! Their engagement session was so full of laughter that I knew they were going to have an amazing wedding!

Lauren is a VERY organized individual which made the entire wedding flow seamlessly! She literally thought of everything, which included several meaningful details that included her late father in the wedding. One of his neckties was even used in her bouquet. It was beautiful and brought tears to her eyes when she saw it for the first time. She also planned a first look with her brothers who would later walk her down the aisle to stand next to Kalyn as they exchanged vows. During the Daddy Daughter Dance at the reception Lauren danced with each of her brothers and then her uncle joined in as well. Many tears were shed. Her father was definitely loved by many and it was incredibly special to Lauren, as well as many others, to have him included throughout her wedding day.

Lauren and Kalyn truly love spending time with one another. Their relationship is wholesome and based upon trust, undeniable love and compromise. Their first dance was “On My Way To You” by Cody Johnson. They chose this song because it’s about battling through everything in life and leading them both to finding each other.

They’re a beautiful couple that has the love and support of their family and friends surrounding them. They are truly blessed.

“When love exists on a soul level, it becomes something else entirely. Unfathomable, unbreakable, undeniable. Eternal.”

— N. R. Hart

VENDORS

Ceremony Venue: First United Methodist Church, Groesbeck, Texas

Reception Venue: Groesbeck Convention Center

Videographer: KJ Design

Cake Artist: Texas Cake Agency

Catering: Best Quality Meats

Band/DJ: Jarvis Jones

Bridal Gown: David’s Bridal

Bridesmaids Dresses: David’s Bridal

Make-Up Artist: Tammy Shefa

Hair Artist: Hannah Gore

Groomsmen and Groom Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Officiant: Steve Nance

Stationary/Invitations: Etsy

September 24, 2022 was a gorgeous day in Emory, Texas. There wasn’t a cloud in the sky and the sun was brilliantly shining. It was a perfect day for Tasha and Allen’s wedding at The Barn of Emory!

Tasha and Allen began their relationship online and eventually they had their first date. They went to an Allen Americans Hockey game. They vividly recall how much fun it was to be around one another as they shared lots of laughter.

The two continued to enjoy their time together as they learned more about each other. They both love traveling so they even took several trips together which further strengthened their relationship. They even developed their own Disney game, since they both love anything and everything Disney! They see who can guess the Disney song first while their on road trips. Fun fact, Tasha and Allen have traveled to NINE countries together!

“...and then I realized ADVENTURES are the BEST way to LEARN.”

— anonymous

One trip was life changing for them. They went to Niagra Falls and took a tour on the Maid of the Mist which took them directly under the falls. This was the moment that Allen surprised Tasha with a ring as he asked for her hand in marriage!

When they aren’t traveling the world, they often enjoy dinners together at Texas Roadhouse or at a sushi restaurant as well as attending sporting events, game nights or watching movies. They are definitely an adventurous couple that loves having fun together while experiencing new and exciting activities.

When I asked them what they liked best about each other, Allen said he loves how driven Tasha is to meet her goals in life. She’s always up for an adventure and a challenge. And he also likes her bootie! Tasha said she likes Allen’s sense of humor. He will have your cheeks hurting for hours! He knows everything about sports. Even if he didn’t watch the game, he will read about the highlights and then talk about the game like he watched it. She also loves the way he absolutely loves his family.

During their wedding it was obvious how much Tasha and Allen are loved by their family and friends. Many gave toasts to them and had so many wonderful things to say about both of them. In the midst of all the sweet gestures and kind words were lots of laughs - LOTS! The ceremony had so many laughing and smiling as the “shot girls” walked down the aisle tossing out Jell-O shots. The reception kept the laughter going as Allen disappeared after telling Tasha he had a surprise for her. She looked a tad worried and then she heard it…the conversation between Chip and Mrs. Potts from Beauty and the Beast! The song, Tale As Old As Time, began to play and Allen came walking into the room dressed as The Beast. Everyone literally began laughing and pulled out their phones to take photos and videos as he asked for Tasha’s hand so they could share a dance to a Disney song.

Tasha and Allen have such a fun and exciting life together that is not only filled with so much love for one another, but they are literally surrounded by love from their family and friends. It was an absolute pleasure to spend time with them during their engagement session and then spend time with them and their loved ones during their wedding.