Matthew James
Michelle West

Are getting married

on 9 November, 2024 — Louisville, Kentucky

Groom & Bride

Matthew James

I met Michelle on internet dating (Bumble). At the time, I was wading through a sea of people that I did not usually like. I had a list of three people that were promising enough to setup dates with. I'm pretty close with my family and I talked to my sister Katrina about the matches. After going over the details of three, Katrina quickly picked Michelle as the superior choice. On her first date I was amazed not only by her beauty (some people misrepresent themselves on internet dating) but her intelligence. Our conversations flowed like we had been friends for years. After our date ended much earlier than I wished, I called my sister Victoria. I told her about Michelle and told her that Michelle would be in my life for long time. I'm not sure when I knew I wanted to marry her but I instantly wanted her as my partner in life.

Michelle West

My first impression of Matthew was that he is SO. INCREDIBLY. HANDSOME. and kind. Emphasis on the kind.  He seemed self assured of what he was looking for but more importantly, of who he is as a human.  I had been looking for that level of self assurance. But more so, humility. He was more than willing to let me speak at length about my areas of expertise and that was something I had not experienced before.   As I got to know him better, I got to know how reliable he is as a human and how many values we shared. At the same time, he made me laugh. And when I say laugh, I mean the belly hurt guffaws. We've shared so many moments of laughter, how could we not fall head over heels?

When & Where

Wedding Ceremony

Join us at 4:00 PM on 9 November 2024 at Patrick O'Shea's for our spiritual marriage ceremony (we already had our legal earlier in the year due to insurance needs).

Saturday, 9 November, 2024 — 4.00 PM — Louisville, Kentucky

Wedding Party

Join us at 5:00 PM on 9 November 2024 at Patrick O'Shea's for our wedding reception. We are setup in the Grand Loft. We will enjoy some quality food and drinks!

Saturday, 9 November, 2024 — 5.00 PM — Louisville, Kentucky

Hotel

For our out of town, we have arranged for a preferred rate over at the Hampton Inn:

Hampton Inn by Hilton Louisville Downtown
502.566.0205
The rate is $139 a night with an additional $10 a day for parking. For any questions or concerns please reach out to Mike West, Michelle West or Matthew James
$139 a night / $10 a day parking / 502.566.0205

Gift Registry

We're simply grateful for your presence to celebrate the occasion with us!

If you feel the need to get us a gift, feel free to get us whatever you would like. Alternatively you can send us money to use on our honeymoon or donate to some of the charities that we love. Whatever you do, we appreciate the thought!

                 

https://Venmo.com/smishmelle

https://www.peacecatalyst.org/michelle-west

https://support.dav.org/campaign/West-James-Wedding-Gift-Donation

https://www.amazon.com/wedding/registry/2KV4RIFP6KPOW

Will You Attend??

Please sign your RSVP

Sorry our RSVP has closed! If you are a close family member or friend, please call Michelle or Matthew.

The Officient

Bryanell Rop

The Groomspeople

Katrina Pousa - Best Person
Kevin Holzknecht
Mark James
Derrick James
Rachel Lewis
Victoria James

The Bridespeople

Jenna Purdy - Person of Honor
Marcia Van Ryzin
Rebecca Street Smith
Kristin Johnson
Haley Carver
Kelli Kamouski

Thank You

Thank You

Thank you for joining us for our special day! There is the family you have by blood and the family you choose. We consider all the invited our family. If you couldn't attend, we get it! Life can get in the way sometimes. Looking forward to our future years of wedded bliss!

While we are happy just to be married, if you feel so inclined you can get us a wedding gift at:

https://www.westjameswedding.com/#gifts

Thank You