SEPTEMBER 2024
The Big Day
25 . September . 2024
We are so excited to celebrate our special day with our family and friends.
Thank you so much for visiting our wedding website!
Just some hours…
…until we get married!
Bride
Aurora
Cox-Steib
Rorie was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, attending elementary through graduate school in the great Rose Rock State. In 2015 Rorie moved to Northern Virginia for her first big girl job as a teen services librarian. Rorie, her sister, and Alfie drove across the country toting along all of her worldly possessions inside a u-haul trailer (including a dresser that she has been trying to give away ever since). After a year of making friends, making enemies, and dating ding dongs Rorie was ready to either enter the world of a serious relationship or take a much earned break. Just when our young hot professional had been ready to throw in the towel, enter the dashing Reed Tewell.
Our Story
First meet
Reed and Rorie first met in person on July 23rd 2016. Rorie has saved the snapchat from when she boldly gave out her address. She didn’t normally allow men to pick her up from her apartment (she has been an avid true crime fan for life) but had a good feeling about this guy. Reed picked Rorie up in his brand new lexus. The air conditioned seats still remain the fanciest feature that Rorie has ever encountered inside of a car. They dined at a now defunct restaurant in One Loudoun, Bourbon, Burgers, and Beer. Little did Rorie know, Reed had actually suggested the location due to their cheesecake in a jar. They bonded over a mutual love of eavesdropping, listening in on a woman having some sort of loud and shocking life crisis. Reed forgot his wallet and Rorie being the ever chivalrous and thoughtful dinner guest picked up the tab (Reed would like it mentioned that he did venmo Rorie for the totality of the bill plus a tip for inconvenience). After dinner the two strode arm and arm around the shopping center chatting and avoiding bugs and nothing else….
First kiss
Well maybe some kissing…..first kiss also July 23rd 2016…..let’s move on
First "I love you"
After about three months of dating Rorie had completed the “falling in love” process and was ready to speak those special words. After a conflab with her closest confidants, Rorie felt confident and ready to tell Reed she was in love. No one is surprised that Rorie said it first. Reed was a gentleman, replying to her declaration with thank you. Reed said I Love you shortly after. The emotional hare and tortoise haven’t stopped saying those three special words since.
Living together
After a lengthy courtship Reed and Rorie moved to Leesburg Virginia together in August of 2019. This was a big step for both of them, and while Rorie has never truly recovered from once having total control over the cleanliness level of her home, they have now settled into an excellent routine.
Proposal
Ahhhh….the proposal. In fall of 2021 Reed tried to propose to Rorie a number of times. Firstly he took her out for a fun day in downtown Frederick. The two strolled along the creek, had a delicious fancy lunch, and even bought a great rug you’ll see when you enter their home. Unfortunately Rorie insisted on taking a back alleyway as a short cut to their car. She loves a short cut, thus avoiding the beautiful picturesque creek that Reed had planned on popping the question at. Next Reed took Rorie out for a fun day of shopping. He got her all the books his arms could carry. Only one problem, it was pouring rain. Ever the princess Rorie waited inside the bookstore while Reed fetched the car. Finally Reed took Rorie to Eddie Merlot’s, a spot for many of their fancy dates, and after a delicious meal the two tottered back to the car. Reed came over to Rorie’s side and bam, a car down the road turned on their brights. The young groom-to-be was startled and another perfect engagement opportunity was thwarted. Long story short the two ended up getting engaged in the comfort of their own home, just those two, just perfect.
Groom
Reed Tewell
Reed was born in Jacksonville, NC. Being a child of a military family, he moved often growing up until eventually settling in the Washington, DC area around age 11. After he graduated school, he quickly grew a taste for the 'finer things' in life that the area has to offer and is always looking for the 'next best' food/event/technology. Around 2015 he set his mind on himself for self-improvement, eventually landing a great job and becoming quite fit in the process. He met Rorie after a string of awkward / meaningless dates and they hit it off immediately. The rest is history.
Captured Moments
“There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.”
Tuesday 9/24
6 p.m.
Welcome
Cocktail Party
An hour of passed apps and an open bar in the main pool area. As well as plenty of delicious non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy. A time to kick off the celebration in earnest
Tuesday
9/24
7:30 p.m.
Rehearsal Dinner
At La Caña, the restaurant right next to the main pool we will enjoy a nice plated dinner. All wedding guests are invited and expected at the Rehearsal dinner. We can't wait to break bread with ya'll!
Wednesday
9/25
5 p.m.
Wedding Ceremony
PICK UP FROM RESORT AT 4:30 P.M. by private bus. Then it will be the main event, The Wedding!
5:30 p.m.
Cocktail Hour
This will be even more great ads and bevies. Reed and I are hoping that due to our small wedding size we will make it to the cocktail hour. We picked a LOT of good apps and we don't want to miss them.
6:30 p.m.
Dinner and Dancing
The event and space are available until 10:30 p.m. We'll do some of the classics...like eat dinner and cut a cake...you know the drill. Then we'll take the shuttle back to the main part of the hotel. To continue our revelry or to sleep.
Location
Altos de Chavon of Casa de Campo
22000 La Romana Dominican Republic
Gift Registry
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