Wedding Day

Prattville First Methodist Church

Ceremony

Travel from Ceremony to Reception

Montgomery Marriott Prattville at Capitol Hill

Reception

Our Wedding

Tolan and I met in the most unexpected way during my senior year of high school.... at an Alabama football game. I was there with my parents, and he was there with his dad. Somehow, even before that night, we had been connected on Snapchat for years without ever truly knowing one another. When he spotted me in the crowd, he recognized me and sent a message asking if I was at the game. I said yes....and we truly haven’t stopped talking since.About a week later, we went on our first date: a group outing in Birmingham with our closest friends. From that moment on, we were inseparable. What began as constant texting and lighthearted Snapchats quickly grew into a deep friendship, one we couldn’t imagine life without.From the very beginning, Tolan has been by my side through every milestone. Because of COVID, I didn’t have the traditional four years of high school dances—but I also never missed a single one with him. From Sadie’s to senior prom, from my high school graduation through every chapter of college, he has been there through it all - the highs, the lows, and most recently, my college graduation. No matter the season, we have always chosen each other.On September 6, 2025, he gave me one of the most meaningful moments of my life. He proposed at a small church in StillWaters that I have loved for years. A place I grew up admiring and where my grandmother was married. While it wasn’t where I had always imagined getting married, he found a way to make it part of our story forever, simply because he knew how much it meant to me. After I said yes, I turned to find my closest friends, who had been hiding nearby, ready to celebrate with us. We ended the evening surrounded by family at my parents’ lake house, a perfect and unforgettable surprise.We will be getting married on our dating anniversary, making this next chapter even more meaningful. Five years to the day from when it all began, we will say “I do” and start our forever together.Looking back, it’s incredible to think it all started with a single glance and a simple message. From the very beginning, something just felt right.

Our Story

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Decor

Q + A

We kindly request formal, all‑black attire to suit the evening’s classic, simple aesthetic. For women: floor‑length black gowns, elegant black separates, and refined accessories. For men: black tuxedos with black bow ties; black dress shoes and dress socks. Please avoid bright colors, patterns, or casual fabrics. Thank you for dressing with us on November 21, 2026.

Dress Code

Located 10 miles from Rosa Parks Museum, Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel &amp; Conf Ctr at Capitol Hill offers 3-star accommodations in Prattville and has a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 11 miles from Dexter Avenue Baptist Church, 11 miles from Alabama Capitol and 11 miles from Civil Rights Memorial. The property features an outdoor pool, fitness center, hot tub and garden. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. The private bathroom is equipped with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms at Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel &amp; Conf Ctr at Capitol Hill feature air conditioning and a desk. The accommodation can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Fitzgerald Museum is 12 miles from Montgomery Marriott Prattville Hotel &amp; Conf Ctr at Capitol Hill, while Montgomery Zoo is 12 miles away. Montgomery Regional Airport is 17 miles from the property.

Emma Grace & Tolan

Emma Grace & Tolan

Q + A

Is formal black tie attire required?

What time should I arrive for the ceremony?

Will transportation be provided from the ceremony to the reception?

What is your plus one policy?

Is the Ceremony Unplugged?

Are children invited to attend the ceremony and reception?

What is the deadline to RSVP?

What should I do if I have dietary restrictions?