Nuptial Mass

The Blanche

Reception

Our Wedding

In the summer of 2018, Meredith accepted an internship doing research on tobacco plants with Altria in Richmond, Virginia. That summer, Meredith and Robert met and instantly hit it off! Altria extended Meredith’s internship through to December and she and Rob extended their relationship too. Working a short drive from Rob’s school, The University of Virginia, Meredith and he were able to continue dating. However, when it came time for Meredith to return to Cornell University in New York, they decided to maintain a friendship due to the distance. They kept in touch over the years and miles apart; often reconnecting in person when they travelled near each other. In the Spring of 2024, Robert suggested they change their long-distance friendship to a long-distance relationship, Meredith agreed. In February 2025, Robert proposed to Meredith at the Rotunda on the Grounds of the University of Virginia. It was only fitting for the next stage of their life together to start in the land where it all began.

Our Story

The Proposal

Through the Years

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

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Courtyard Lake City

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Parking at The Blanche

Across From Marion Street Bistro134 NW Hamilton St, Lake City, FL 32055 Darby Pavilion Parking Lot325 NE Hernando Ave, Lake City, FL 32055 Behind the Blanche154 NW Veterans St, Lake City, FL 32055 Front of the Blanche205 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL 32055 Front of the Courthouse101-123 N Marion Ave, Lake City, FL 32055 Beside the Courthouse153 NE Madison St, Lake City, FL 32055

Getting to Lake City

via 1-10 West, from the Jacksonville Airport (JAX)

1. Exit the AirportFollow signs for I‑95 South toward downtown Jacksonville. 2. Merge onto Interstate 295 West (J.T. Butler Blvd.)Keep following signs for I‑295 West/Orlando, smoothly circling around Jacksonville’s northern perimeter. 3. Join I‑10 WestMerge onto I‑10 West toward Tallahassee. This is the major route heading west out of Jacksonville. 4. Continue to Interstate 75 NorthWatch for signs as I‑10 West merges and transitions into I‑75 North. You’ll remain on I‑75 for most of the journey. 5. Exit at Lake CityTake exit&nbsp;414&nbsp;off I‑75 (signposted for Lake City / US‑41/US‑441). 6. Getting to EpiphanyAt the end of the exit ramp, turn onto&nbsp;SW Malone Street (US‑41/US‑441 South).Drive a short distance, then make a&nbsp;left onto SW Epiphany Court.The church will appear on your&nbsp;right at 1905 SW Epiphany Court.

via I-10 East

1. Take I‑10 East toward Lake CityDrive eastbound on&nbsp;Interstate 10&nbsp;through North Florida. You’ll pass exits for towns like Live Oak and Wellborn. 2. Exit onto US‑90 East (Exit 275)Take&nbsp;Exit 275&nbsp;for&nbsp;US‑90&nbsp;toward&nbsp;Lake City. This route takes you directly into town, bypassing the I‑75 merge. 3. Continue on US‑90 EastHead east on&nbsp;US‑90&nbsp;for approximately 5 miles. You’ll enter central Lake City and pass local landmarks, shopping centers, and gas stations. 4. Turn right onto SW Epiphany CourtJust after passing&nbsp;SW Main Blvd (US‑41/US‑441), look for&nbsp;SW Epiphany Court&nbsp;and make a&nbsp;right turn.(Note: If you reach the intersection with&nbsp;US‑41, you've gone slightly too far.) 5. Arrive at the ChurchEpiphany Catholic Church will be on your&nbsp;right, located at&nbsp;1905 SW Epiphany Court.

via I-75 South

1. Take I‑75 South into FloridaIf you're heading down from&nbsp;Georgia, continue on&nbsp;I‑75 South&nbsp;across the state line into Florida. You’ll pass exits for Jennings and White Springs before approaching Lake City. 2. Exit at US‑90 East (Exit 427)Take&nbsp;Exit 427&nbsp;for&nbsp;US‑90 East&nbsp;toward&nbsp;Lake City. This is one of the main exits for the town. 3. Turn left onto US‑90 EastAt the bottom of the ramp, turn&nbsp;left&nbsp;onto&nbsp;US‑90 East. You’ll be heading toward downtown Lake City. 4. Drive approximately 3.5 miles into townStay on US‑90. You’ll pass gas stations, fast food spots, and shopping centers as you get closer to the city center. 5. Turn right onto SW Main Blvd (US‑41/US‑441 South)At the intersection with&nbsp;Main Boulevard, turn&nbsp;right&nbsp;onto&nbsp;US‑41/US‑441 South. 6. Turn right onto SW Epiphany CourtAfter less than a mile on Main Blvd,&nbsp;turn right onto SW Epiphany Court—a small street just before the downtown area. 7. Arrive at the ChurchThe church will be immediately on your&nbsp;right:Epiphany Catholic Church, 1905 SW Epiphany Court.

via I-75 North

1. Take I‑75 North toward Lake CityTravel north on&nbsp;I‑75&nbsp;through North Central Florida. You’ll pass exits for towns like Alachua and High Springs as you approach Lake City. 2. Exit at US‑90 East (Exit 427)Take&nbsp;Exit 427&nbsp;for&nbsp;US‑90 East&nbsp;toward&nbsp;Lake City. 3. Turn right onto US‑90 EastAt the bottom of the ramp, turn&nbsp;right&nbsp;onto&nbsp;US‑90 East. You’ll be heading toward downtown Lake City. 4. Continue into town (about 3.5 miles)Stay on US‑90, passing local shops and businesses as you make your way toward the heart of Lake City. 5. Turn right onto SW Main Blvd (US‑41/US‑441 South)When you reach&nbsp;Main Boulevard, turn&nbsp;right&nbsp;onto&nbsp;US‑41/US‑441 South. 6. Turn right onto SW Epiphany CourtLess than a mile later,&nbsp;turn right onto SW Epiphany Court, a small street just before you enter the historic downtown district. 7. Arrive at the ChurchYou’ll find&nbsp;Epiphany Catholic Church&nbsp;on your&nbsp;right&nbsp;at:1905 SW Epiphany Court, Lake City, FL 32025.

Meredith & Robert

Meredith & Robert

M&R

Nuptial Mass

Reception