Wedding Day

Ceremony

The Hidden Meadow and Barn

Ceremony and Reception

Our Wedding

Our story began all the way back in 2010. Amber was just starting as a freshman at Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School. One day after school Amber's brother, Paul, brought home a friend after school. This friend ran up to Amber and gave her a huge hug stating "Hi Amanda," Amber looked at her brother extremely confused and Paul just shrugged his shoulders. Well as you may have guessed this friend was Andrew. This is where Amber and Andrews friendship began. Andrew consistently called Amber the wrong name for about 4 months, before Amber finally mentioned that her name was actually not Amanda. Andrew, Paul, and Amber spent that whole year hanging out whenever opportunity arose. From working at the local grocery store (HUB) together, going to pep band, watching scary movies on the weekends, and frequent trips to Bdubs. Andrew and Amber continued to be friends after Andrew left for college at the end of that year. Fast forward to 2013, Andrew moved back home from college and resumed working at the local grocery store that Amber still worked at. Andrew and Amber's friendship grew and started to blossom into the love that they share today. On 4/8/2014, Andrew finally asked Amber to be his girlfriend. Andrew and Amber spent the rest of the summer hanging out every day prior to Amber leaving for Carthage College in Kenosha, WI. Which would separate them by 5 1/2 hours, though they knew that it was something they could handle. Throughout Amber's time at college Andrew changed jobs and living circumstances multiple times. Andrew made every effort to come visit Amber every other weekend and to be there for every sorority event. Andrew and Amber had their challenges during this time but ultimately it grew their love for one another stronger and stronger. They not only started to grow as a couple but as individuals. Amber decided that she wanted to do even more schooling and Andrew of course, being the kindest person continued to support her in her decision to move to North Chicago for pharmacy school. Andrew took a promotion for Kwik Trip and moved to Iowa during this time. Andrew and Amber continued their long distance relationship and always made time for one another in anyway that they could. Fast forward to 5/20/21, Andrew and Amber were on vacation in Mexico. Andrew surprised Amber by asking her to commit to a lifetime of adventures together and of course Amber said YES! Amber currently lives in Madison, WI completing a Post-GraduateYear One Ambulatory Care Pharmacy Residency at the Madison VA. Andrew lives at his home in Cedar Rapids, IA where he works as a car wash technician for Kwik Trip. The two are excited to finally get to be together after what will be 8 years of a long distance relationship. Amber and Andrew are looking forward to celebrating their beginning of forever with you on 9/4/22!

Amber and Andrew 

Our Story

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Emma and Amber have known each other since Amber was in 1st grade and Emma in Kindergarten and the two have been best friends for just about as long. Emma has been a life-long friend to Amber by always being there for her in more ways than Amber can even count. The two have been on countless adventures together and good luck getting the two of them to stop talking. Emma is a kind, beautiful, god-fearing friend that Amber couldn't imagine doing life without. 

Emma Barr

Courtney is Amber's amazing sister in law. From the moment the two met, Amber knew that Courtney was the one for her brother. Courtney is so kind hearted  and fun loving, Amber loves any time that they get to spend together. Amber is so grateful to finally have a sister in her life and to be so lucky that is someone as genuine as Courtney.  As a big sister does, Courtney can always be counted on for creative solutions and advice in any situation that comes up. Courtney is always a great support whenever Amber needs her. 

Courtney Klankowski

Janet and Amber have been best friends, sorority sisters, roommates, and fraternity brothers. The two have shared some of the biggest moments in each others lives together.  With the two both being chemistry majors together at Carthage and going through pharmacy school together. Janet is extremely smart, humorous, and someone you always want on your team when playing a game.  The two have spent countless hours talking, going to wineries and their favorite restaurants, and studying together. Amber cherishes the friendship that they share together. 

Janet Haro

Kaitlin is Amber's very first friend. The two only being a few weeks apart, have known each other since they were babies together at Lynnie's Daycare, aka "The Zoo." The two have been inseparable despite living in different towns and even states a majority of their life. Kaitlin and Amber have always put in an effort to continue to stay connected even throughout their adult life, including their annual trip to visit Lynnie's cabin. Kaitlin has a beautiful soul and anyone is lucky to be her friend. Kaitlin and Amber are never short of laughs and adventures when they are together. 

Kaitlin Dick

Kaley has been a very close friend to Amber since freshman year at Carthage College. Kaley and Amber have been roommates together and someone Amber can always count on. Even so much has staying with Amber after getting a concussion after hitting her head at a college party. Kaley is a strong, independent, courageous woman. She has the biggest heart and Amber feels incredibly lucky to have her as a friend. 

Kaley Held

Devon is one of Amber's close friends that she met at Carthage College.  Amber and Devon have remained close even with Devon living abroad in Ireland for apart of their friendship Devon always will make time for phone calls to stay in touch. The two share a love for traveling and any quality time they can fit into their busy schedules. Devon is an open-hearted , trustworthy, reliable friend that Amber can always count on to help her see things more clearly. Amber is honored to have Devon in her life. 

Devon McGrath

Tanner Dolan

Paul Klankowski

Brandon Reuter

Devin Boynton

Joe Tomman

Dan Nusse

Mason Tomman

Wedding Party

1st pick up schedule prior to ceremony:&nbsp;2:15pm shuttle arrival at Coffee Mill Inn &amp; Suites 2:20pm&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;departure2:25pm shuttle arrival at AmericInn - Wabasha 2:30pm&nbsp;&nbsp;departure2:35pm&nbsp;shuttle arrival at The Historic Anderson Hotel House&nbsp;&nbsp;departure 2:40pm 1st drop off 3:05pm at Hidden Meadow and Barn 2nd pick up schedule prior to ceremony:3:25pm shuttle arrival at Pepin Motel 3:30pm departure 2nd drop off 3:45pm at Hidden Meadow and Barn 1st pickup schedule after the reception:9:45pm shuttle arrival and 10:00pm departure to each hotel 2nd pickup schedule after the reception:11:15pm shuttle arrival and 11:30pm departure to each hotel

Amber & Andrew

Amber & Andrew

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