Wedding Day

Ceremony

The Short Residence

Reception

Our Wedding

A LITTLE PIZZA, A LOT OF BASEBALL & TEN YEARS IN THE MAKING

It all started at Grimaldi's Pizzeria in April 2016.Rob made pizza. Kendal loved pizza. Looking back, he may have had an unfair advantage.But somewhere between making pizzas, talking baseball, and figuring out life as two 22-year-olds growing up in Las Vegas, something clicked.They spent that spring and summer getting to know each other, building a friendship that neither could quite ignore was becoming something more. On October 27, 2016, they made it official.What followed was nearly a decade of baseball games, career changes, unexpected challenges, adventures, and plenty of pizza. Through all the twists and turns of figuring out adulthood together, they discovered something even better than falling in love: having a best friend to go through it all with.In January 2020, they moved in together. Somewhere along the way, a condo became home, Reptar the turtle joined the story, and life became a collection of little traditions, big memories, and everything in between.They didn't rush it. They built it.

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And then came Christmas Morning . . .

After nearly ten years together, Rob decided it was time to ask the big question.The setting? Christmas morning at Ranch of the Roses, surrounded by family, presents, coffee, and all the usual holiday chaos.Kendal? Barely awake. Pajamas. No makeup. Spectacular Christmas-morning hair.Rob? Down on one knee, wearing a plush Santa poncho and holding a ring.Kendal's first response?"You're fucking kidding me?!"She looked toward the camera, apparently seeking confirmation that this was actually happening.From somewhere nearby, Taylor provided a much-needed reminder:"You have to be fucking kidding me isn't an answer. You have to answer him!"And somewhere between the disbelief, the laughter, and a Santa poncho, a ten-year love story got its next chapter.Now they're making it official, right back where that unforgettable Christmas morning happened.Same team. Next chapter. One really good party.

And now, after ten years, they're finally making it official—right where that unforgettable Christmas morning happened.Same team. Next chapter. A whole new ballgame.We can't wait to celebrate with you at our Marriage Season Opener — April 17, 2027! ⚾🥂

Our Story

Photos

Taylor Short

Mindy Larson

Austin Chase

Danielle Short

Tomas 

Knox Kawalkiewicz

Steven Kawalkiewicz

Wedding Party

What Is Cocktail Wedding Attire?

Cocktail Dresses to Add to Your Cart ASAP

What Guys Need to Know About Dress Codes

Our wedding calls for relaxed, garden-party cocktail attire. Think smart tailored suits with or without a tie or flowy midi and knee length dresses. Feel free to incorporate bright colors and lighter fabrics. Pro-tip: Our ceremony is on grass so you may want to opt for wedges or block heels.

Kendal & Robert

Kendal & Robert

Travel

Otonomus Hotel

The Orleans Hotel & Casino

Element by Marriott Las Vegas Airport

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Las Vegas SW – Spring Valley by IHG

South Point Hotel Casino & Spa