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WEDDING AND RECEPTION

Reception

Our Wedding

What started as casual conversations turned into something real, and the rest is our story: Some love stories don’t start with roses and candlelight, they start with soda/pizza runs and convenience store small talk. Ours began at Casey’s in Elsberry, back in August 2019. I had just moved to town a few months prior, starting over in a new state, figuring life out one shift at a time. He was new too, just settling into his role as the town’s newest police officer. We crossed paths through work and became fast friends. He’d stop by the store regularly, checking in, keeping an eye on things, not just for me, but for the whole community. (Let’s just say a few shoplifters underestimated how well we worked together) ﻿That Christmas, he even helped my family during a difficult time, he helped me land a job interview with Mercy because he believed in me and saw my passion. If it weren’t for Tom, I wouldn’t have had that opportunity. That was just one month before the pandemic began, and his support gave me the strength to face what came next. Though we were just friends back then, we stood by each other through life’s many ups and downs. It wasn’t until July 2023 that our friendship turned into something more, and everything shifted in the best way. Our first official date was at Sushi AI, and from that night on, something just felt right. It was a simple evening, but it marked the beginning of something we both had been waiting for, whether we knew it or not. Not long after, we faced one of the most terrifying moments of our lives. Tom was seriously injured in a shooting accident, and as I held him, waiting for help to arrive, it was in that moment, everything stopped, the fear of losing him was overwhelming. By the Grace of God, he pulled through, and together we began the long road of healing. Just 2 short weeks of almost losing him, I faced one of my own most personal heartbreaks, while Tom was still in the ICU, my son, Dan, was admitted at the same time and this being a third admission in under a year, it was then decided it was time he needed to be cared for outside of our home. It was a painful decision and a time filled with grief and uncertainty, but Tom was there, steadfast, kind, and strong...and still healing himself. Just like I had been for him, he was my anchor. That’s when I truly knew: this wasn’t just love. This was something deeper, tested, unshakable, and Full of Grace. Today, our life is rooted in intentional togetherness. With 8 kids and 4 grandkids, life moves fast, but we choose to slow down where it matters most: with each other. Whether we’re tagging along on work trips, grabbing a bite at our favorite local spot, or just sitting in quiet, comfortable silence, we make space for connection. We’ve been through a lot. But through it all, we’ve shown up, side by side. He’s still the one who makes me laugh the hardest, even on the hard days. And I don’t take a second of it for granted. This is love we’ve worked for. And it’s worth every bit of it. Our story may not be traditional, but it’s ours, raw, resilient, and real. We’ve walked through fire, and now we’re walking toward forever. Hand in hand.

This Love, This Life—Together

Our Story

Photos

Krista Sewell

Michael Scydick

Corinne Horton

Matthew Larson

Best Man's wife and Tom’s friend of 30 years—true family. From Arnold, MO

Jackie Scydick

One of Ginger's Bestie's for 16 years from Seattle, WA

Kelly Roscoe

Layla Jackson

Delilah Jackson

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Q + A

Holiday Inn Express Hotel &amp; Suites St. Louis West-O'Fallon by IHG is located in O'Fallon, within 18 miles of Hollywood Casino St. Louis and 23 miles of Six Flags St. Louis. Featuring a fitness center, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel has an indoor pool and luggage storage space. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms in Holiday Inn Express Hotel &amp; Suites St. Louis West-O'Fallon by IHG are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk, a shared lounge and a business center at the property. Six Flags St. Louis is 23 miles from the accommodation, while St. Louis Zoo is 26 miles from the property. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 24 miles away.

Holiday Inn Express St. Louis West - O'Fallon by IHG

Comfort Inn &amp; Suites St Louis-O'Fallon hotel is near the Mid Rivers Mall, Ozzie Smith Sports Complex and T.R. Hughes Ballpark. The National Equestrian Center, Family Arena, St. Charles Convention Center, Historic St. Charles and Six Flags St. Louis are just minutes away. Located just off Interstate 70, this hotel is within walking distance of the Veterans Memorial Walk, a park dedicated to honor all U.S. military personal as well as American veterans of all eras. Points of interest in nearby St. Louis include Gateway Arch Riverfront, Anheuser-Busch Brewery tours, Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis Science Center and Forest Park. Additional attractions, including St. Peters Rec-Plex, Lindenwood University Ice Arena, the Ameristar Casino St. Charles, UMB Bank Pavilion, Scottrade Center (formerly the Savvis Center) and Katy Trail State Park, are located near this hotel. The city of O'Fallon is also one of the fastest growing cities in the country, which is home to some of the world's largest corporations. There is a wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes of the hotel, with several offering free delivery. Enjoy our free hot breakfast featuring eggs, meat, yogurt, fresh fruit, cereal and more, including your choice of hot waffle flavors. Many full-service amenities are offered including a free weekday newspaper and free local calls. Guests of this pet-friendly hotel will enjoy an indoor heated pool, hot tub and 24-hour fitness center. Business travelers will appreciate free high-speed Internet access in all rooms, free wireless high-speed Internet access in the lobby and breakfast area, and the 24-hour business center with printing, copying and faxing capabilities. Meeting space is available for shows, rehearsals, seminars and a wide variety of events. There is also a boardroom available for executive meetings. All rooms include refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, irons, ironing boards, hair dryers and two-line speaker telephones. Suites with whirlpool bathtubs can be requested. Suites also feature sitting areas with sofa sleepers. Guest laundry facilities are also available. Nonsmoking rooms can be requested.

Comfort Inn & Suites St. Louis - O'Fallon

Located in Foristell, 30 miles from Hollywood Casino St. Louis, Quality Inn has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. This 2-star inn offers a 24-hour front desk. The inn has family rooms. All rooms at the inn come with a private bathroom. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 35 miles from the property.

Quality Inn

Located in Wentzville, 25 miles from Hollywood Casino St. Louis, TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wentzville has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and luggage storage for guests. Rooms contain a private bathroom with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At the hotel, all rooms come with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and American options. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wentzville offers a business center for guest use. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 30 miles from the property.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wentzville

Sleep Inn &amp; Suites O'Fallon MO - Technology Drive is located in O'Fallon, 18 miles from Hollywood Casino St. Louis and 23 miles from Six Flags St. Louis. Featuring a fitness center, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, the rooms have a desk. All rooms in Sleep Inn &amp; Suites O'Fallon MO - Technology Drive are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at Sleep Inn &amp; Suites O'Fallon MO - Technology Drive. Six Flags St. Louis is 23 miles from the hotel, while St. Louis Zoo is 26 miles from the property. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 23 miles away.

Ginger & Thomas

Ginger & Thomas

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