Join Anne & Michael on the Ninth of July to celebrate their marriage
A little bit about the bride and groom
Anne grew up in a log cabin in rural Pennsylvania with her parents Gene and Katherine Hause. While she wasn't born a Texan, she got here as soon as she could! She moved to South Texas for high school where she learned to love tacos and surfing. In 2010, she moved to Houston to complete her master's degree in public health. Currently, she's working on her Ph.D. at Baylor College of Medicine developing a vaccine against RSV (a respiratory virus dangerous to babies and the elderly). She has a passion for global health and hopes to work internationally with underserved populations. Anne also loves travel, gardening, and yoga!
Michael is a native Texan and grew up in San Antonio with his brother, Ryan, and parents, Dan and Cynthia O'Connor. After high school, he moved to Houston to attend Rice University and hasn't escaped yet! Michael currently runs a software development consultancy building web and mobile applications for local non-profits, small businesses, and other clients. He usually works from his couch in collaboration with the couple's Great Pyrenees dog, Bea. Michael loves to travel and looks forward to living and working abroad. He also enjoys photography and the outdoors (especially mountains!).
Our Story
We met, like many modern couples, online. He wrote about his desire to join the Mongol Rally--a 10,000 mile journey through the mountains and deserts of Europe and Asia--and I thought, "that's my kind of guy!" We're big backpackers with a taste for high places, so it was fitting that Michael proposed on the summit of Alta Peak in Sequoia National Park (with a thunderstorm moving in behind us!). The proposal was so natural, I didn't even realize that it was happening! We're always planning our next big expedition, so when he asked me to join him on the ultimate adventure, of course I said yes.
Save the weekend
We can't wait to see you in the mountains
Events and Activities
We've got an exciting weekend planned!
Our wedding is on the 9th, but we know it's a long way to travel for some of you so we hope you'll join in some more fun before and after the big day.
Friday, July 8
Welcome Barbecue
James Ranch, near Durango, CO
1-4 PM
Drop in to join us for grass-fed beef burgers, artisanal cheese, and mountain views.
Dress: Outdoor casual. Be ready for an afternoon shower!
Saturday, July 9
All events at Eureka Lodge, Eureka, CO.
Yoga with the Bride
8-9 AM
Relax and stretch with Anne as she gets ready for the big day!
Dress: Yoga attire
Cocktails & Ceremony
4-6 PM
Mountain weather can be a bit tricky, so we'll get down to business when the skies look clear. Until then, enjoy the Eureka Lodge with drinks and appetizers. Transportation will be provided from Silverton to the Eureka Lodge for the wedding ceremony (click here for details).
Dinner and Dancing
6-11 PM
We'll be serving some delicious Colorado-inspired food, including elk, quail, trout, and loads of seasonal veggies. Afterwards we hope to see you on the dance floor!
Dress: Mountain formal--dress to impress, but be prepared for inclement weather and a chilly night. Ladies: heels are not encouraged as the ground is uneven and rocky at Eureka Lodge
Sunday, July 10 (and beyond!)
The southwest Colorado area has tons to do--beautiful scenery, exciting activities, and all sorts of shopping. If you have time to stick around, please check out our local activities page for some ideas.
We'll see you soon!
We're looking forward to seeing everyone and hope you can make it to the party! Please see the rest of our website for information about accommodations, activities in the area, and health and safety in the mountains.
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