Sarah & Andrew Married April 26, 2025 Los Encinos in San Antonio
Well, Friends and Family, we know that Sarah and Andrew are here today to get married and that they are perfect for each other. (Can I get a “heck yeah?”)
Friends, how did we end up here today? How did these two people somehow not only end up meeting, but also end up falling in love and choosing to spend the rest of their lives together? Well, I’d like to spend the next few minutes telling you a true version of how that happened.
This love story begins the way all great 21st century stories begin --- he swipes right!
It's the chilly early days of November 2015. Andrew, a shy but undeniably handsome man, is nervously preparing for a date. It's not just any date, but one with a woman he met on the dating app, Tinder. Her name is Sarah. He's intrigued by her profile and her beautiful blue eyes that sparkled in her profile picture. He's interested, yes, but also very nervous
On the other side of town, Sarah is also getting ready for the date. She's excited, her heart racing a bit as she applies her lipstick. She had found Andrew very handsome on his profile and she's definitely interested in getting to know him better.
She decides to meet him at the Pilot down the road from her house. Andrew drives up to the Pilot and parks his truck. He looks around, but doesn't see Sarah anywhere. He takes out his phone and starts to text her, asking where she is. Just as he's about to hit send, his truck door flings open and in jumps Sarah! She looks even more stunning in person, her blue eyes shining brighter than in her picture. Andrew is startled, not expecting someone to just jump into his truck. But he's also amazed at her fearlessness. 'This can't be real life,' he thinks to himself.
Sarah laughs at Andrew's surprise. She likes his shyness, it's endearing. She's also glad to see that he's as handsome in person as he was in his profile picture. She's definitely interested in getting to know him better.
And so, their first date begins, filled with laughter, a bit of surprise, and the hint of a growing attraction. Both Andrew and Sarah are excited, nervous, and curious to see where this date will lead.
Edit ImageAndrew and Sarah are now at the Red Robin, a lively place buzzing with people. Andrew, being the gentleman that he is, opens the door for Sarah. They head inside, and the aroma of delicious food fills their noses. They're seated at a cozy table for two, and they start to look over the menus. As they wait for their food, they talk. Andrew is a great listener, and Sarah finds herself sharing about her life, her dreams, and her love for movies.
Andrew is equally open, and Sarah is intrigued by his stories, his honesty, and his quiet strength. Soon, their food arrives, and they dig in. The food is tasty, and the conversation is even better. Both Andrew and Sarah are smiling, laughing, and thoroughly enjoying each other's company. Sarah is pleasantly surprised by how well the date is going, and Andrew is equally pleased.
After dinner, they decide to go watch a movie. “Deep Water Horizon” is playing, and they both agree to watch it. As they sit in the dark theater, Sarah can't help but feel a spark of excitement. Andrew, though still a bit shy, feels the same. The movie is intense, but the real thrill for both of them is sitting next to each other, sharing this experience.
As the movie ends, they walk out of the theater, both of them a bit quiet. It's not an awkward silence, but rather a comfortable one, filled with unspoken words and shared feelings. They agree that the movie was great, and they both had a great time. Before they even part ways, they're already planning their next date. They're not sure what they'll do or where they'll go, but they're both looking forward to it.
And that date leads to the next, and soon Andrew and Sarah are building a life and a future together.
Andrew and Sarah have planned a trip together. They are an hour down the road when Andrew suddenly says he has to turn around and go back! He's forgotten something! Sarah is a bit put out - this pushes their arrival back by two hours! He won't even tell her what he forgot!
After that delay, they finally arrive at the Golden Nugget in Louisiana. They're strolling down to the end of the pier, watching the boats go by, keeping their eyes peeled for any turtles. The air is filled with anticipation, and Sarah has no idea what's coming.
Suddenly, Andrew stops in his tracks. He takes a deep breath, looks at Sarah, and drops to one knee. Sarah's eyes widen in surprise as he begins to speak. He tells her how much he loves her, how he can't imagine his life without her. He asks her to make him the happiest man in the world. The words are out, and he's so nervous that he almost puts the ring on the wrong finger!
Edit ImageSarah is shocked, but in the best way possible. She's jumping up and down with excitement, almost pushing them both over the pier. Andrew's heartfelt words have touched her deeply. She hears him ask her to marry him, right there on the pier next to the Golden Nugget. She's so excited, she can barely contain herself.
A crowd has gathered around them, and there's a round of cheers as Sarah says yes. Andrew is a bit shy with all the attention, but he's grinning from ear to ear. He slips the ring onto Sarah's finger, and they hug and kiss, their joy clear for everyone to see. Sarah can't believe it. She's engaged to the man she loves, the man who turned around an hour into their drive because he had forgotten the ring. The man who made them two hours late, but she didn't care because it was all for her dream ring.
The excitement of the moment begins to settle, and they both take a moment to soak it all in. They're engaged, ready to start the next chapter of their lives together. They're learning more about each other every day, and can't wait to see where their journey takes them.
And here we are today.
They did it! Can we give it up for Sarah and Andrew?
This is a beautiful story; it’s a story of two people who took a chance on a dating app and found their happily ever after! It’s because of the moments in this story and many others that Andrew can say of Sarah, when I asked him what he loves about her:
I love her smile. I love her confidence in people that everyone can be good. I love her contagious laugh. I love how loud her laugh is. I love how hard she loves, I love that when she walks in a room it just lights up! I love how hard working she is. I love her dedication. I love how she’s gonna be an amazing mother one day. I love her patience with not just me but with others. I love how big hearted she is. I love that she has my back and will kick anybody’s butt, don’t matter how big they are! She is the first one that stands up for me and to make sure I receive respect from everyone. I love that she’s not scared to put me in my place. I love how she’s fearless and how she’s not shy. I love how loud she is and how she can just talk and talk. I love how corny-quirky she is. I love how humble she is. I love how she always knows how to make me smile. I love how kind she is - the sweetest person I’ve ever met. Honestly I love how she doesn’t know how gorgeous she is. I love how she just uplifts everyone and is quick to compliment everyone. I love how she always pushed me to excel at everything I do. I love how she always lifts me up. I love her crazy ideas. I love that she wakes up everyday happy. I love that she is honestly sunshine. I love how she always puts others before herself, especially her family. She will think of others' needs and happiness first without hesitation. I love how selfless she is. I love how she makes sure I feel heard. I love how compassionate she is. I love how she validates me. I love how everyday she makes me feel loved. I love how everyday she lets me kiss all over her and cuddle her even though she hates being touched. I love how spontaneous she is. I love how she makes everyday different. I love how she makes me crave her daily. Mostly I love how she loves me. She shows me love daily and has never fallen short. I also really love that she has never once complained about my Snap-on bill. I love how she always cheats at rock - paper - scissors. I love how every morning she wakes up with the biggest smile on her face and is always happy to start the day. Sarah brings me so much joy. I love her happy personality. I love how she’s always smiling and laughing. I love the fact that she is a sore loser. She will flip a table while playing Uno! I love how stubborn she is. I love how she is always putting her whole heart into everything. I love how she takes care of everyone. I love how she makes my lunches everyday and breakfast and serves my dinner plate first. I love how she can calm me down just by placing her hand into mine. I love how she’s my missing piece. My life is now totally complete with her.
And Sarah says of Andrew, when I asked her what she loves about him:
What don’t I love?! His kindness, he has such a kind heart and shows it daily. I love his supportive nature; he always has my back and continues to encourage me with all my dreams (even if they are crazy, and some of them very much are.) I love his sense of humor and his contagious laugh - hearing his laugh just makes me feel complete. I love how reliable he is, there has never been a time in the nine years that he’s never showed up for me when I needed him. I love his caring nature, he pays attention to the little details and always makes me feel special. I love his positive attitude, he brings joy to my life and has a great outlook on life. I love his intelligence and ambition! Andrew is always learning and striving to be better, with everything. I love his physical affection, he makes me feel loved and cherished through his touch. I love how safe he makes me feel. When I am around him I can turn off my mind and not have a care in the world, he takes care of me. I love that with every crazy idea I have he is quick to jump on board with me and has learned not to question it. I love how selfless he is, he always puts others first. I love the respect he has for me, the respect he shows me is something I admire most about him. I love that in the almost ten years we’ve been together he has continued to be my best friend. He’s genuinely my best friend! I love how he knows my many different moods. I love how he makes sure we never go to bed angry. I love how everyday he comes into our home with such excitement to see me, and how he greets me with the biggest hug and kiss everyday. I love how interested he is in hearing about my day everyday. I love how he can’t keep his hands off me. He takes every opportunity to hold me close. What I love most about him is how everyday he never fails to make me feel loved. Everyday I am never left wondering. Everyday he strives to make sure I genuinely feel loved.
Today is like no other in the story of Sarah and Andrew because they’ve invited us here to observe, and to witness and to celebrate What their love story has inspired: Promise. How they’ve grown together and come to this moment Where they want to say to each other, “I will be the person who is always here for you. I commit to loving you faithfully For as many years as we have left on this earth.”
So today, Sarah and Andrew, you are here to say publicly - To us and to each other, That the bond that started to take root online, at Red Robin and what is now, your special movie, "Deep Water Horizon", in all your mundane moments and exciting excursions - that bond - you will commit to keep strengthening wherever life takes you together from this day forward.
And so having said all that, Sarah and Andrew, do you stand here today to give yourselves to each other in Marriage?
Sarah & Andrew: “We do”
By Sabrina Camacho
officiant @TheIDoLady
Planner: Brandy Weaver w/ Black Nor White Events 210-324-4254
Acoustic Guitar, @GermanSanchez 210-454-6734
DJ Matt Smith - 830-349-8525
Photographer (NOT THESE PHOTOS - the officiant took these with her cellphone!} Victoria w/ Hip View Photography @hipviewphotography 830-521-9624
@sarahbettth
planner: @blacknorwhite.events
band: @GESguitar
photographer: @hipviewphotography
venue: @losencinos
officiant: @TheIDoLady
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