St Mary of the Lake Church

Wedding Day

Wedding

Charleston Event Center

Reception

Our Wedding

We met on a crisp September evening underneath a twinkling hat. A florescent cowboy hat that is! The lights danced off his sparkling green eyes and he blinded me with his dazzling smile...

Our real story: We did meet at a hat, the Arby's hat that is. Ben was in town visiting a high school friend and I was invited to tag along by a friend. We did not speak immediately to each other, except for our introduction. We were both quite shy but like the gentleman he is, when we left Arby's he opened up my car door, which instantly got my attention. 





Towards the end of the night, we began to talk and awkwardly flirt with each other. When it was time to go, we walked to boys out and us girls went back into our dorm to hang out. I expressed what I thought about Ben and she asked if she could tell him. I said sure, not thinking anything would come of it since he went to school in Fargo, ND. 





To my surprise he asked if I wanted his number, but I chose to give him my number. From that day forward we started to text every day and Skype'd every so often. We talked about school, family life, and what we wanted in the future. We began dating October 23, 2011. 





We dated for about 5 1/2 years before asked me to be his wife on March 11, 2017. 





We are excited to start a new journey together as husband and wife.

How we met

On March 11, 2017 was the day that Ben asked me to be his wife. This particular weekend, Ben was in town for a Broomball tournament with a few of his college friends. While they were playing, I was cheering them on while trying to stay warm in the Ice Arena. It was a long day of Broomball, but the guys had fun and I enjoyed watching them play. We got back to Ben's parents house, ate dinner and decided to have a fire since it was a nice night; a bit chilly outside but we were bundled up. After sitting outside for a bit, Ben asked for my help to collect some sticks to keep the fire going. We walked down to his backyard and he asked me to plug in the light so we can see what we were doing.As soon as I turned around, Ben was right behind me, down on one knee with a single rose in his hand and a hand-made sign that read 'Marry Me' in lights. He handed me the rose, took my left hand and delivered a beautiful speech; which I can only remember a little bit because I was in extreme shock. He asked me to marry him and I said YES! We walked back upstairs, popped open a bottle of champagne and toasted to us and our future together. It was a beautiful proposal and was everything I could have ever wanted. (Ben did a great job and shout out to his mom for helping get it all set up since he was busy all day with broomball)

Our Engagement

Our Story

With careful deliberation, Ben and I have decided that the reception will be an adult only event. 

Dress Code:&nbsp;Formal attire

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Brother from the same mother. Friends since birth. Has the style of the family and keeps me up to date on news worthy events. I&nbsp;am honored to have him by side on our&nbsp;special day.&nbsp;

Jake Pederson

Andrea is my wonderful sister I have had the pleasure of knowing for 25 years. She is my sister, best friend and sometimes mother. She has always been there for me no matter what transpired between us growing up. Her and I could talk on the phone for hours if we could but sadly we have to go to work everyday and she has a family to take care of.&nbsp;I am so excited that she is going to be a part of our day.&nbsp;

Andrea Jaskola

Danielle and I have known each other since the day she was born. We are cousins on the Kosidowski side but we act more like best friends/sisters than cousins. We have been through a lot together and had the greatest time living together for awhile before I moved to Bismarck, ND. We have had many late night talks, sleepovers, TV show marathons and dinner dates weekly.&nbsp;I am so&nbsp;honored that she said yes to being my Maid of Honor and&nbsp;is going to be standing next to me as I enter into a new chapter of life.&nbsp;

Danielle Kosidowski

Met Freshman year of college when we were stuck being random roommates. Choose to keep living with him till he graduated. He has treated me like a brother and has accepted me into his family. Mug Club Member.&nbsp;Thankful he has&nbsp;chosen&nbsp;to be my friend, and glad to have him in my wedding.

Kevin Kruger

Met Nick in Chemistry and have had a "bond" ever since. Had the joy of going to Burgers at the U, introducing me to the sport of Broomball, and working on the outdated fraternity house together. Nick was the founding member of Mug Club.&nbsp;I&nbsp;am thankful he accepted being one of my groomsman for our wedding day.

Nick Wyers

Larrissa and I met freshman at Saint Catherine's University during softball try outs. From the first day our personalities just seemed to compliment each other. We had many late nights at the Pulse, going Downtown, or just staying in and watching a movie. She is one of my best friends and the most caring person I have had the honor to know. I&nbsp;am so happy that she is going to be apart of our day.&nbsp;

Larrissa Karl

Katie Ubl and I met Freshman year at Saint Catherine's University. We were in the same TRW class (The Reflective Woman) and did not truly start hanging out until we were Resident Advisor's our Sophomore year. She is another one of my best friends and someone I consider more as a sister than friend. We have been through a lot together but we are always there to catch each other when we start to fall. We have had many late night talks, mid-day coffee dates and study dates as well. She is the sweetest person I&nbsp;have had the pleasure of knowing and I am so honored that she is going to be standing up next to me on the day I&nbsp;say 'I do'.&nbsp;

Katie Ubl

Tyler has been a friend since Junior year of college. He didn't steal my soul the first time, but I&nbsp;can not guarantee I&nbsp;still have one.&nbsp;Tyler is one of my&nbsp;North Dakota friends that makes it feel like home when we lived in Bismarck. Mug Club Member. Glad he is able to stand by my side during our wedding.&nbsp;

Tyler Hill

Dan and I&nbsp;met when we were in first grade and rode the same bus to school. Dan and I always get together when we travel home to see my parents and still occasionally get a fishing tip planned. Dan is one friend that I can always count on to be there&nbsp;with a fishing rod and beer. Thanks for accepting the invitation to stand by my side for our wedding.&nbsp;

Dan Cooke

Kelsey and I&nbsp; have also known each other since Freshman&nbsp;year at Saint Catherine's University. We&nbsp;lived across the hall from each other in Stanton. We have had our share of late night talks, our weekly Toppers topper sticks/Kardashian&nbsp;marathon and running through the halls in our togas. I had the honor of being by Kelsey's side at her wedding this past June and I&nbsp;am so excited that she is going to be by my side during my wedding. She is another one of my best friends and I am so glad to have her in my life. College and adult life would not be as fun without her in it.&nbsp;

Kelsey Elling

Kyle is a quite person but very intelligent young man who enjoys video games,&nbsp;technology and studying&nbsp;Japanese. He is working right now to move to Japan to continue his education.&nbsp;Thanks for guiding people down the aisle.&nbsp;

Kyle Kosidowski

I have known Danielle since she was in middle school. She is fun loving with a bit of a sarcastic side. I have watched her grow up into the young woman she is now and I cannot wait&nbsp;for her to be my sister. She is goofy and shares a love for cats and otters just like Ben. She is currently attending the U of M and I cannot wait to&nbsp;see where life will take her.&nbsp;

Danielle Pederson

Austin is an outgoing person with a friendly personality. He enjoys video games, being outdoors, youth ministry and hanging out with friends. Thanks for guiding people down the aisle.&nbsp;

Austin Kosidowski

I have also known Rachel since she was in middle school. She is an intelligent young woman who is known for her quick wit. She is extremely goal-oriented and when she sets her mind to something there is no stopping her. She is a hard worker and I cannot wait for her to be my sister. She recently graduated from high school and will be attending UW-Madison this fall.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rachel Pederson

Jasen is my sister's oldest son, making him my oldest nephew. He is a quiet boy but loves to play videogames and show you all of his pokemon cards. He is the sweetest boy you will meet and loves his brothers. When asked to be our ring bearer he was a bit confused but accepted the position&nbsp;because he loves his auntie.&nbsp;

Jasen Jaskola-Kosidowski

Wedding Party

Registry

Q + A

Wedding Rate when you reference the Kosidowski-Pederson Wedding.&nbsp;Close to Jimmy's Food and Drink

Country Inn & Suites

Please plan to carpool because parking is limited at the venue.&nbsp;Starting at 10 pm there will be a shuttle service provided:First Stop:&nbsp;AmericInn Lodge &&nbsp;Suites White Bear LakeSecond Stop:&nbsp;Jimmy's Food and Drink / Holiday Inn Express &&nbsp;SuitesThird Stop:&nbsp;Country Inn &&nbsp;SuitesThe bus will only be dropping off at these locations

Minnesota Central School Bus

Wedding Rate when you reference the Kosidowski-Pederson Wedding.&nbsp;

Close to Jimmy's Food and Drink

Breanna & Benjamin

Breanna & Benjamin

Registry