Rehearsal

St John's Parish Catholic Church

Church Rehearsal

The Fox Den at Ooh De Lally

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Castle Unicorn

Reception

Our Wedding

It's a love story...

It all started in November 2021, when Christina walked into her new job in Omaha and spotted Tyler, standing between cubicles, passionately informing a handful of visitors of Omaha's best BBQ. He was wearing torn jeans and a T-shirt, his dark hair pulled into a bun. Christina heard his voice booming from 20 feet away and thought, “That guy's obnoxious...” but she also couldn’t help but notice his charisma and the way he was making everyone laugh. At that same moment, Tyler noticed Christina: her Adidas sneakers, hair tied with a black ribbon, and a quiet confidence that drew him in. Soon enough, they were placed on the same project, where a friendship blossomed. Tyler showed respect for Christina's designs, and Christina took genuine interest in Tyler's nerdy hobbies. They joked and bonded over conversations about their families, friends, and of course, their cats. After a trip to Wisconsin, Christina brought back Spotted Cow for Tyler. Tyler found Christina's small, thoughtful gestures like this endearing. The two began to spend more time together: they would get lunch, talk about life at her kitchen table, and drift toward one another in group settings. Christina playfully pried into Tyler's dating life and offered to set him up with a girl from barre class (surprise: she never followed through on that). Christina was impressed by Tyler's acts of service and consistency, even as a friend. Her bike broke; he showed up and fixed it. She needed a computer cord; he vanished and reappeared with the right one. He also cooked meals for her (like the kind that require 100 ingredients and a few hours to make!). Needless to say, the two enjoyed each other's company, and the line between friends and more-than-friends got fuzzy. Love is patient, and that's exactly how this love felt. After a long bike ride on a warm Sunday in July 2024, they finally admitted their feelings to each other (after Christina somewhat bullied Tyler into it). Turns out the friendship they were scared to risk had already become the foundation of something better. Now, after a few years of divine timing, laughter, and hours that passed like minutes, they can't wait to spend the rest of life together! It's a monumental gift to find such a partner, and to be able to celebrate it with all of you.

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Best friend since age 4. Wise, generous, and known to make any event extra fun! Lives in Colorado.

Jeanna

Best friend since college. They lift heavy things, play games, and nerd out over shiny cardboard together. Lives in Omaha.

Justin

Best friend since high school. Food and travel enthusiast and full of empathy. Has a zest for life and ALSO enjoys long walks through the cemetery! Lives in Chicago.

Megan

Friend since college. Once biked for 350 miles from Pittsburgh to DC with Tyler, colloquially known as senpai, and a fellow cardboard enjoyer. Lives in Omaha.

Mickey

Friend since kindergarten. Adventurous, enjoys a challenge, and can talk to anyone! Has a pickleball podcast. Lives in Colorado.

Kristin

Friend since college. Vacation aficionado, rave connoisseur, what happens in Colorado stays in Colorado. Lives in Houston.

Hoang

Friend since high school. Grounded, loyal, and shares a love for specialty coffee. Ask her about moving cross-country! Lives in California.

Lauren

Christina's eldest brother. Deep thinker, organized trip planner, funny without trying. Ask him about F45! Lives in Austin.

Andrew

Coworker-turned-friend. Bonded over Runza, trip planning, and Taylor Swift. She's witty, a bottomless pit of random knowledge, and a speed-reader. Lives in Omaha.

Maddie

Christina's older brother. Calm and collected with a goofy side and a love for novel experiences! Wouldn't let Christina date in high school. Lives in Iowa City.

Nick

Tyler's younger sister. Creative event planner, sneaky-good-cook, and mama of two. Ask her about her farm's baby goats. Lives in Fairbury, NE.

Brooke

Christina's younger brother. Funny, confident, and comes out of DJ retirement at least twice a year! Lives in Omaha.

Matt

Christina's nine-year-old niece with a heart of gold! Enjoys gymnastics, sparkly things, and babysitting her siblings. Lives in Iowa City.

Seraphia

Christina's youngest brother. Imaginative, reflective, and infected with whatever makes you want to run a marathon. Ask him about national parks! Lives in Omaha.

Marilise

Watson

Ridley

Caleb

Cody

Note: It's impossible to summarize our best friends in a few short words! We will brag about any one of them any day.

Wedding Party

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We encourage you to show off your style in cocktail attire! Keep in mind the reception is mostly open-air and may be chilly in late October, so consider bringing a jacket.

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[Scroll to bottom to book!] ABOUT THIS HOTEL:Named the #1 Marriott Autograph Collection hotel in ALL of North America, we picked this hotel for our guests based on its awesome location (across from the modernized Gene Leahy park, and walkable to the Old Market) and customer service. We trust it will make an amazing home base while you're in Omaha, whether you're visiting for the first time or taking a staycation! OUR CONNECTION:This is where Tyler proposed, making it very special to us! 💍 (Check out the ballroom balcony to see the exact spot.) Plus back in 2022, Christina was commissioned to make an illustration of the hotel, its restaurant, and its bar for the hotel owners. HOW MUCH AM I SAVING?The block discounted rate is $219 (regular rate: $298), so we're able to offer our guests a $80 cost saving per night. WILL THE WEDDING PARTY BE STAYING HERE?Yes! Come join the party. AM I ABLE TO STAY ELSEWHERE?For sure, though we only offer a block at this hotel. ABOUT THE DATES:We have the block for two nights (Friday-Sunday), since the wedding is so early on Saturday. We hope you'll join for the full weekend, but it's OK to book just one night too. (You will be able to adjust the dates when you book using the button below.) BOOKING DEADLINE:September 23, 2026 NEED HELP?Right now, our double-queen rooms are all booked and we have king rooms left. However, if you prefer a double-queen instead of king, need extended dates, have trouble with getting the discounted rate, etc. please reach out to Christina, or Samantha directly at the hotel and we'll get it sorted out! Samantha: staggart@thefarnamhotel.com

The Farnam, Autograph Collection

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Experience Omaha like Tyler and Christina do!

The Joslyn is one of the best architectural gems of Omaha. It was closed several years for renovations, reopened last year, and has been winning awards ever since. And it's free! Tip: Don't miss the Fountain Court on the second floor. Also, the cafe in here is an underrated spot for a quick coffee or snack. PS: Most of our engagement photos were taken here.

Joslyn Art Museum

We adore this European cafe! It's great for a cheese board and wine, or a full-on dinner, with a daily changing menu that's hand-written (charming). Tip: Buy a bottle of wine from the shelf, sit outside, and people-watch. Also time moves slower here, and service reflects that. PS: Some of our engagement photos were taken here.

La Buvette Wine & Grocery

Giant pretzels and beer! This place has a large indoor/outdoor space, and our co-working office is actually attached to it, too, so it's a hangout of ours. Tip: Friendly for families and big groups.

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - Omaha

New science museum. They have a cafe, Fig, that is along the riverwalk too. Sometimes on Thursday nights, they stay open late for just adults.

Kiewit Luminarium

Omaha is very proud of its zoo! Check out the rainforest, desert dome, and aquarium. PS: This is where Christina met Tyler's sister, Brooke, and her family for the first time.

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

This coffee shop is a staple! Beautiful building with art-deco vibes. It has a drive-thru and is open late, too. Christina likes the granita, and Tyler likes the cold brew. Tip: Best for small groups, unless you want to sit outside among the firepits. Best to go during non-peak hours.

The Mill on Leavenworth

Adorable neighborhood coffeehouse with plants and hand-crafted drinks. Coffee is air-roasted and they make their own almond milk. Fun fact: Christina's great-aunt used to live in this exact house back in the 70s!

Myrtle&Cypress Coffeehouse

The Old Market Passageway, specifically, is a place I wouldn't want visitors to miss. It's got art galleries, quirky stores, and if you're lucky you might even find the hidden garden. The Old Market as a neighborhood is charming with its brick streets, restaurants, and shops. Worth a stroll!

The Old Market

If you're an old soul, you might love this shop full of amazing stationary items, like fountain pens, wrapping paper, journals from Japan, and rubber stamps. Tip: You must find the shop-cat named Parsnip!

Shop Five Nine

Originally the train station of Omaha, this is now a museum with rotating exhibits and an old railcar in the lower level. The lobby is breathtaking, like stepping back in time.

The Durham Museum

A cute gift shop full of "made in Omaha" goods, like mugs, socks with Warren Buffet's face on them, popcorn, hot sauces, t-shirts, and magnets.

Christina & Tyler

Christina & Tyler

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