Just thought we would give everyone a heads up: our plan is currently to get married on September 02, 2008 (as is pretty clearly indicated by this URL!) in (or around) Florence, Italy. We are bringing 24 people with us, but anyone who is likely reading this post is more than welcome to come! Obviously this invitation is given understanding that going to Italy isn’t exactly cheap, so we won’t be offended if you can’t come, and clearly we won’t be offended if you don’t either!

For everyone who won’t be attending the actual ceremony, we are having two receptions here in the states. One will be in Peoria, IL and the other will be in Ft. Davis, TX.

View Larger Map Peoria, IL

View Larger Map Ft. Davis, TX

Our tentative Save-the-Dates are September 28 (Peoria, IL) and October 11 (Ft. Davis, TX). If you know us or are reading this or don’t know that you are reading this, you’re invited and more than welcome to either (or both!) of these parties. We have some details to hammer out concerning location, time, etc. We hope to send announcements (and invitations) within 60 days of either event, but clearly the more people know, the better.

I would also love to request prayer for both Angela and me. We’re under a lot of stress with work, the wedding, work, reception plans, work, the wedding, church, getting hitched, etc.

PLEASE get us your address and any other contact info. If you are interested in going to Italy (probably around $2K per person), PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! let us know ASAP!

Also, we got 89 unique guests yesterday, thanks!

I know that I still have to explain why we’re getting married in Italy. And if you didn’t know that, apparently I had yet to explain that we are getting married in Italy. But now that you know that, the next logical question is why. But I will address that later. This is the where:

The Cortine Villa

This 15th century villa lies at the heart of the Chianti region (yes, that Chianti). It boasts three houses (along with various other buildings), two swimming pools, and a beautiful Renaissance garden. I could describe it further (or just copy/paste our travel agent’s opinion), but the pictures do it plenty of justice. Enjoy…

pictures. Like I said, people are going to be split over three houses, so I can’t promise for sure where you might end up (or what stories you’ll have to tell after).

For those who are coming, there are some interior shots. If you’re curious about the location, here’s the Google Map: The Cortine Villa

We plan to visit Florence, the Coast (possibly Lucca), and potentially Rome. We will effort to fly as close as possible, everyone is leaving from the largest international airport near you, etc.

Again, I promise further explanation at a later date for those who don’t already know. We love you all!

Joel and Angela

La Giardino

Little Pool

Little House

Little House

Little House

Middle House

Middle House

Middle House

Big House

Big Kitchen

Big House

Big House

The Front Gate

La Big Piscina

The Villa

The View

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