Couple #11 - Videogames and a Non-Virtual Love

Chelsea and Nathaniel met during their freshman year of college. One day, Nathaniel popped his head outside of his bedroom door just as Chelsea was strolling by. He introduced himself and then asked her to join him for some video game playing. Although Chelsea said that she might, she never showed up for a game and Nathaniel spent a whole night in waiting.
Months later, the dorm neighbors ran into each other again at the cafeteria. This time, Nathaniel pretended not to know the girl whose eyes made him cower. Feeling snubbed, Chelsea stomped off and then proceeded to shoot dirty looks at the boy feigning forgetfulness. Finally, Nathaniel grew weary of the game of love that he and Chelsea had been dancing around for months. He went up to her and re-introduced himself. "Yeah," Chelsea responded, "we've met."
"So, if I know you and you know me, then maybe you could stop glaring at me every time we see each other," Nathaniel purred.
Now, the happy couple are college graduates (they have the same degree no less!) who have realized that they are perfect together. They have settled in San Diego, where Nathaniel proposed and where Chelsea plays video games.

Music the Only Way We Like It

Music As You Like It of San Diego will be providing all of the music and entertainment needs for our September 12th nuptials. From a live harpist for the ceremony to a tuxedoed DJ for the reception, Music As You Like It provides a diverse array of sounds and tunes to accomodate the desires of any bride, or event.

Couple #9 - Two Soldiers and One Proposal

Zeolah and Alex are two marines who were stationed in Japan in 2004 when they met.
Slowly, during deployments and training exercises, these two service members warmed up to each other. One day, Zeolah became violently ill. Alex brought her miso soup and pudding beacuse he knew that it was the only food she could stomach. It was this sweet, simple action which convinced Zeolah that he was the man for her. Upon his return from a deployment to Korea, Alex fell to one knee and proposed.
The excited couple had a bittersweet ceremony before a justice of the peace in Okinawa. Zeolah cried that day not just because she was happy, but because she missed the presence of her mother, father, and other close family members. As we all know, there is nothing better than celebrating the milestone memory of a marriage with your closest family and friends. This is what Zeolah is hoping for, - the chance to celebrate her's and Alex's love for each other with their family.

Kellerman Photography, - Escondido's Best

The Hidden Valley Retreat and Spa is ecstatic to introduce Michael and Cheryl Kellerman, of Escondido's Kellerman Photography as our "Who Wants to Win a Wedding?" contest photographer.
This Escondido couple has been successfully capturing San Diego weddings for almost two decades now. They are donating their talent, artistic eye, and services, to our lucky contest winners who will be wed on September 12th, 2009, at our 11-acre estate.

Bridal Faire and Open House at the Hidden Valley

On Saturday, May 30th, from noon - 4pm, the Hidden Valley will be hosting a Bridal Faire and Open House on our historic property in Escondido. All San Diego brides are welcome to enjoy an intimate afternoon of getting to know local wedding planners, officiants, musicians, caterers, and more. The Hidden Valley will also be announcing the winner of its "Who Wants to Win a Wedding?" contest during this event. All contest entrants must be present to claim their prizes. One lucky couple will receive a free 70-person wedding to be held on our lovely estate on September 12th, 2009.

Come on over, and enjoy the sights and sounds of our hillside paradise!
Call us at (619) 239-7700 if you have any questions, need directions, or etc.
See you then!