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When I was a member of our church youth group and attending summer camps, God laid it on my heart to one day work at a camp. During the fall semester of my freshman year of college, I applied to a camp located in Arkansas, I went through the interview process but was not offered the job. I was so disappointed. I knew God was calling me to work at a camp during the summer, and I couldnt understand why He wouldve closed that door. During the spring semester of my freshman year, a girl my parents went to college with reached out to them and said that the camp she directed needed an arts and crafts director and wondered if I would be interested. I was! I applied, interviewed, and was offered the job. My mom reminded me that God closed the door for the camp position in Arkansas because He knew something I didnt know - that a camp closer to home was a better fit! Meanwhile, in May, Brysons family relocated from Arkansas to rural Mississippi, not far from the camp where I was working. His sister came to work at the camp a few weeks after I started. We quickly became very close friends. She told me, You need to meet my brother! Yall are perfect for each other! She also told her parents and Bryson the same thing about me. Her parents told her to bring me home with her to meet them, so she did! I fell in love with her family from the moment I met them. Bryson lives in another state, so the summer came and went without me meeting him. His sister and I kept in touch, and she texted me in November telling me that Bryson was coming home for Thanksgiving. She wanted me to come and meet him, so I did! And she was right! We are perfect for each other! I thank God every day for Bryson and for closing the door to that camp job in Arkansas. It was no accident that our paths crossed - it was absolutely the hand of God bringing us together. A boy from Michigan and a girl from Mississippi. - Mary

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Our People!

My very best friend! She is my literal twin and has kept me laughing since 7th grade. She's the most self-less person, thoughtful, such a good listener, and always knows the right thing to say and when to say it. Life has never been boring with her! 
-M

Emma Bainer

My best friend who'll always have my back, no matter what!
-B

Alex Drake

My built in best friend, my sweet cousin! She brings sparkle everywhere she goes, she’s never met a stranger, and can always make me laugh! She is so confident and bubbly, and I’ve been blessed to have her through it all.
-M

Gracie Walker

Oldest brother in dire need of a shave.....
-B

Curry Doll

My friend at first sight! She’s the one that started it all! She is so bright, determined, loyal, and has such a big heart. She is all things grace, and I’ve been blessed to call her a friend and soon sister! 
-M

Mattea Doll

He has more gray hair than most 50 year old's!
-B

Eli Doll

My sweet friend and who will soon be my sister! She is all things fun, so caring, considerate, warm, and loves so well. She will never fail to make someone feel welcome!
-M

Malise Doll

His hair is longer than the brides, but nowhere near as pretty!
-B

Parker Doll

My first ever college friend, who quickly became one of my best friends! She is so loyal, compassionate, and pays attention so well. She is the life of the party and knows the exact thing that will make someone smile!
-M

Josie Rose

He thinks he's better at golf than the groom, but not even close!
-B

Levi Doll

She’s the best reason to go to Starkville! She’s so kind, so thoughtful, and such a prayer warrior! She is sunshine in human form, and never fails to make me smile.
-M

Katy Jo Newman

Tall, light skinned intellectual who is always down for a great time!
-B

Trentin Harris

My sweet friend who is always down for an adventure no matter how big or small! She is so genuine, and always smiling. She never fails to make me laugh!
-M

Olivia Moore

Chuck Chuck Buttercup! He’s the best brother a girl could have. Probably the funniest person I know, and never fails with a great comeback. He’s the bestest built-in friend, and one of the best people I know!
-M

Charlie Bowlin

Titus Doll

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If you are traveling in from some distance, the closest ﻿airport to Batesville is Memphis, TN.

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Travel

Batesville is the "gateway to the Delta". It is conveniently located off I-55 and you can be in the Delta, in Memphis or in Tupelo within an hour (give or take). There is so much rich history in the area. And of course a visit to this part of the state would not be complete without a stop in Oxford - hotty toddy!

Mary & Bryson

Mary & Bryson

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