Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

It all began at work. A few brief encounters during the school year had left Christian with a big crush on Ms. Wolf. It wasn't until summer however, when Christian was assigned to Amanda's classroom as a teacher's aide, that Christian decided that he had to make his move. A few casual hangouts among friends later, Christian asked Amanda out for pizza and a trip to the Van Gogh experience. From that day forward, they became each other's best friend and other half. Who knew working at a a school is where they would find true love.

Our Story

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Lori and I met as random roommates during sophmore year of college. We became friends soon after becoming roommates. She was my rock and continues to be there for me today. No matter how our life changes or time has passed since we talked our friendship has never changed. She was right when she told me, "Your guy is out there, getting ready to be with you." I couldn't imagine anyone else being my main girl on my special day! 

Lori Eckre

Morgan and I met as neighbors sophomore year of college over an open door contest. I have always felt close to Morgan as we have the same immature humor and we have had many similar experiences in life. Morgan is always down to hangout or just sit and talk about life.  Her friendship all these years has truly meant a lot. 

Morgan Gothmann

Jordy and I met in college, actually through fellow bridesmaid Morgan. Jordy is the friend that can always make me laugh with her jokes/facial expressions in any situation. She also is one I can sit and talk about my faith with no judgement.  She has been and continues to be a friend that I cherish. 

Jordy Lee

Amanda and I met towards the end of college. I met her through both Morgan and Jordy.  AP is my name twin and we both always respond whenever someone says our name.  She is the planner of our friend group and I know I can always count on her to plan a fun time. She is also down to hangout and makes me feel included. I appreciate her friendship so much! 

Amanda Preisinger aka AP 

It all began in Ms. Hawanchaks classroom in 8th grade. Connor is Christian's first friend he made after moving to Minnesota. They remained close all through high school and college and Connor continues to be Christian's best friend. Over a decade later, Connor is now the Best Man at Christian's wedding. 

Connor Olson

Tanner is Christian's younger brother and oldest friend. Through every cross country move and through all the years, Tanner has been a constant and steady rock in Christian's life. Though life is full of curve balls, Tanner has always been there to remind Christian of home. Christian knows that no matter what Tanner has his back, including on the Big Day. 

Tanner Cockrill

Christian first met Josh during a job interview at Ace Hardware & Paint. Over the next six years, Josh would come to realize that hiring Christian was the best decision he ever made as a manager and that he was the best employee in the world, maybe ever. (His words, not Christian's.) In all seriousness, Josh is the big brother that Christian never had. He's always ready to work through any problem, offer advice, and bring humor to any situation. All things Christian will need on the Wedding Day! 

Josh Kooy

Payton and Christian met while working at Ace Hardware during the height of Covid. Christian was on break from college and Payton was a senior at Lakeville North. The two became close friends over the next couple of years and got into all sorts of shenanigans at work. (Sorry Josh!) No matter how much time passes, Payton continues to be one of Christian's closest friends. 

Payton Rodewald

Wedding Party

Q + A

Whether you are coming from near or far, there are several places to stay when the party is over.

Where to stay

Hampton Inn20851 Keokuk Avenue, Lakeville, MN&nbsp;55044Phone: 1-855-605-0317 Hampton Inn14400 Nicollet Court, Burnsville, MN 55306Phone: 1-855-605-0317 Holiday Inn &amp; Suites20800 Kenrick Avenue, Lakeville, MN&nbsp;55044Phone: 1-877-859-5095 Candlewood Suites21060 Kenrick Loop, Lakeville, MN&nbsp;55044Phone: 612-808-5580 Fairfield Inn14350 Nicollet Court, Burnsville, MN&nbsp;55306Phone: 952-435-2887 Wyndham Mpls South14201 Nicollet Avenue, Burnsville, MN&nbsp;55306Phone: 952-435-2100 Baymont by Wyndham17145 Kenyon Avenue, Lakeville, MN&nbsp;55044Phone: 1-877-504-7694

Travel

Since our venue is nearby and close to the cities, there is a lot to do close by. Some of our favorite things to do are go to museums, art galleries, hiking, bowling, or seeing a movie. -Bowlero Bolling Alley (Lakeville)-Lakeville Movie Theater (Lakeville)-Ritter Farm Park (Lakeville)-Ames Center (Burnsville)- Mall of America (Bloomington)-Walker Art Museum (Minneapolis)-Minnesota History Museum (Minneapolis)

Amanda & Christian

Amanda & Christian

Travel

Where to stay