Kelly and Aaron went to high school together, though their paths never crossed romantically until they reconnected years later at a friend’s child’s birthday party. Aaron proposed on a beach in Mexico in June 2024, and on November 8, 2025, the couple said “I do” at Serene Ranch in Placerville — a venue that felt like home to Kelly from the moment she toured it. They envisioned an elegant, modern fall wedding with natural, rustic touches, and Serene Ranch delivered exactly that.
The couple trusted their officiant Scott to write their vows blind, resulting in a ceremony full of laughter and tears. Kelly’s son wore her late father’s crucifix down the aisle, live mariachi musicians surprised guests during cocktail hour, and Kelly and Aaron debuted a first dance they’d spent weeks perfecting. As the night cooled, guests wrapped up in provided blankets and hand warmers before sending the newlyweds off in a shower of sparklers.
We’re thrilled to feature their love story in the Summer/Fall 2026 issue of Real Weddings.
Read on to see more of their love story, their wedding vendor dream team, plus more details, tidbits and wedding photos by Artistic Photography by Tami.
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