Adelyn Elise Neblett + William Griffith Petrus
January 11, 2025 • Sinton, TX • engaged 11 months
photos by Jason Page Photography
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How we met:
We met in middle school through my best friends, who used to joke that I should marry their cousin William so we could all be family one day. At the time, we laughed it off—but as life would have it, one thing led to another. Now, here we are: my best friends really did become family, and so did William—my husband.
The proposal:
William owns horses, and I’ve always loved helping care for them. One day I went out to help him feed, just like any other day. But this time, hidden in the feed bag was a ring box. When I turned around, he was down on one knee. It was the sweetest surprise—simple, thoughtful, and perfectly us.
Favorite detail:
Bride: The most unique part was how surrounded by love we felt. It wasn’t about the flowers or the cake—it was about the people, the stories, and that feeling of home.
Groom: Hands down, seeing her. The way she looked, the way she smiled—it was like everything else disappeared. And then the cake knife broke mid-slice and we couldn’t stop laughing. Nothing went exactly as planned, but it was real, it was us, and it was perfect.
Favorite moment:
Bride: Our first dance—even though we were both panicking about messing it up. We had no idea what we were doing, but somehow we pulled it off without stepping on each other (too much).
Groom: Watching her walk down the aisle. We hadn’t seen each other all day, and when those doors opened, it finally felt real. That’s
the moment everything clicked—I was really about to marry her.
Biggest challenge:
Bride and Groom: Cutting the cake!
Funniest moment:
Bride: When it came time to cut the cake, the knife literally broke in our hands—and sliced my finger open! It wasn’t serious, but it definitely caught us off guard. We all burst out laughing, and thankfully it was all caught on camera. Who knew cake-cutting could be so dangerous?
If you could do one thing over:
Bride & Groom: Honestly? Nothing! It was perfectly imperfect in all the best ways—and we wouldn’t change a thing… except maybe sneaking home with more cake.
Advice for couples:
Bride: Take time to enjoy the little moments. It’s easy to get caught up in the details, but the real magic is in the quiet, simple moments you share with each other.
Groom: Don’t stress about having a perfectly timed schedule—some of the best moments happen when you just let the day flow. Trust me, no one will remember if you were 10 minutes late… but they will remember the joy, the laughter, and how good the cake was.
Why you got married:
Bride & Groom: I can say for us both, marriage is a sacred covenant—a commitment not just to each other, but to God. We got married because we believe in building a life rooted in faith, love, and service. Our Catholic faith reminds us that marriage isn’t just about the big day—it’s about choosing each other every day, with grace, patience, and purpose.
How to make your spouse happy:
Bride: Listen, laugh often, and never underestimate the power of snacks.
Groom: Support their dreams—even
if that dream is reorganizing the closet for the third time this month.
What you look forward to most:
Bride: I look forward to all the weird little routines we’ll create—like arguing over what to watch, stealing each other’s fries, and being perfectly happy doing nothing together in our pajamas by 8 p.m.
Groom: Honestly? Having my best friend by my side every day. Someone to laugh with, team up with, and remind me where I left my wallet.
More advice for couples:
Bride: Don’t over-complicate the day. When you’re marrying the right person, everything else just falls into place. The timeline, the details, the little hiccups—they’re not what you’ll remember. What sticks with you is the way it felt: calm, joyful, like home.
Groom: If I could tell other couples one thing, it’d be this: don’t get too caught up in the planning or the pressure for things to be perfect. The little things—like the cake knife breaking or laughing in the middle of the ceremony—those are the moments you’ll remember most.
DETAILS
Ceremony: St. Paul Catholic Church
Officiant: Father Yul
Reception: The Petrus home on the G7 Ranch, 350 guests
Rehearsal dinner: the horse barn on the G7 Ranch, 75 guests
Wedding planner: Cheryl Durham
Photographer: Jason Page
Videographer: Blake Purcell | Dress: Rivini, Ross, Bridal Atelier
Tuxes: Men’s Wearhouse
Wedding rings & accessories: Deutsch & Deutsch, Laredo
Bridesmaid’s dresses: Amsale, Bella Bridal, Houston
Hair & makeup: Aubrey Atkinson
Stationery: Mail Center USA, Invitations, Gifts, & More
Flowers & decor: Cheryl Durham
Caterer: Black Tie, San Antonio
Cake: Cheryl Durham
Special features: passed champagne, ice sculpture, custom wine glasses
Wedding night lodging: Our home called the “Yellow House” on the G7 Ranch
Favors: Aunt Aggie De’s pralines with our wedding monogram
Bridal party gifts: custom statues by Southern Beasts, Round Top; custom money clips by Deutsch and Deutsch
Registry: The Knot
Honeymoon: Four Seasons, Santa Fe, New Mexico
