The Bridal Shower

The Bachelor Party

The Bachelorette Party

Thelma Sadoff Center For the Arts

The Rehearsal & Dinner

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

Emily Anne Vogels was born August 13th, 1991 in Appleton, WI to Gerald and Catherine Vogels. In 2009, she graduated from Wrightstown High School. She attended UW-Green Bay from 2009-2013. She graduated Summa Cum Laude with bachelors degrees in Psychology and Human Development with a minor in English, honors in both her majors, and the Chancellor's Medallion. After which, she attended UW-Oshkosh from 2013-2015, earning her masters degree in Cognitive and Affective Sciences (Experimental Psychology). As of Fall 2015, she is pursuing her PhD in Experimental Psychology - specializing in relationships, sexuality, gender, and statistics - at the University of New Brunswick in Fredericton, NB, Canada.

Meet the Bride

Derek Michael Keimel was born March 5th, 1992 in Waukesha, WI to Michael and Sylvia Keimel. In 2010, he graduated from Hartford High School. He attended UW-Oshkosh, pursuing a degree in Political Science for several years. He graduated from the University of New Brunswick in the Spring of 2017 with a bachelors degree in Political Science with a minor in History and the Richard B. Hatfield Prize in Political Science (for the top graduating student in the major).

Meet the Groom

I had just finished my first semester of grad school at UWO. I was doing research over winter break and was in the psychology building basement 25+ hours a week with a another grad student - Sarah. Her birthday was coming up and she invited me to her birthday bash at a local pool hall. There were only a few people there - a few other grad students and Sarah's best friend. After a little while, two guys showed up. Sarah introduced them as one of her roommates and his friend. I knew one of Sarah's roommates was dating her best friend so I was trying to figure out if he was the single one or not. A few of the grad students went off to play darts and I asked Sarah if that was the roommate who was dating her friend. "No, Derek's the single one." I've always been a notorious flirt so this statement gave me the go ahead to flirt without worry of intruding on someone else's man.Derek eventually made his way over to those of us playing darts and asked who was winning - I was surprisingly. He told me to aim for the triple 17 and somehow I actually hit it and won the game. The next game did not go as smoothly and everyone got a laugh out of my lack of aim as I missed the board completely several times. Derek kept encouraging me saying I could turn it around - I didn't. Although, I did have a mild comeback near the end.Eventually we made our way back to the pool tables and the other grad students made their leave. Derek suggested a game of pool with guys versus girls. I instantly objected since I knew we were sure to lose if it were guys versus girls. Derek suggested that his friend Scott and Sarah be on a team and that he &amp; I be the other team. He and I played several games together and won most of them. He tried to help me line up shots, showing me where to aim. In between shots we found out that we had a shared interest in Mel Brooks, Joss Whedon, and a few other things. He was funny and just as flirty as I was.We eventually walked back to Sarah and Derek's to play Cards Against Humanity. Derek and I spent the whole time just talking to each other. When the night came to a close (at 4 am). I still needed to walk a few blocks home so Sarah volunteered Derek's friend Scott to walk home with me since he was going in the same direction. It made sense but I was still a sad that it wasn't Derek.The next morning I looked Derek up on Facebook and sent him a funny video I had mentioned the night before in hopes of sparking a conversation.The next week when I saw Sarah, she grilled me about whether I was "actually flirting or Emily flirting." I told her that I was actually interested in him and that she could tell him that. After a few days, I still hadn't heard from him aside from him adding me on Facebook (he told me after the fact that it was because he couldn't think of a way to subtly start a conversation). I caved and sent him a message - a simple "Hey What's up?" A few hours later, he messaged me back and included his number. After that we began texting non-stop. I remember when he asked me on a date (and actually said that he "would like to take me out on date") I started jumping up and down out of sheer excitement. I guess things just all fell into place from there.

How We Met: Emily's Side of the Story

I worked until 9 or 10. After I went to my roommate's (Sarah's) birthday party at Varsity. Most people were already there. They were playing darts. That's when I first talked to Emily - while she was playing darts. Then we played pool. After, we went back to my place and played Cards Against Humanity. I was going to walk her home but Scott was going that way &amp; did it instead. Nice job Scott. Then we talked on Facebook for a bit and I got her number. I asked her on a date and we went ice skating and to IHOP.

How We Met: Derek's Side of the Story

I had gone to a PhD interview in Florida and had been gone for 4 days - the longest Derek and I had ever gone without seeing each other since our first date. He picked me up from the airport, and we drove home. We chatted about my interview, my upcoming interviews, and what I wanted out of a PhD program - nothing atypical. When we got to the apartment, I asked Derek to help me with my bags. He said he couldn't because he had to carry his soda - a little weird but I wasn't going to complain. I walked in the front door of our town house style apartment to realize I forgot my phone in the car. I called out to Derek &amp; asked him if he could go look for it. Then I said I was going to go check for mail (since he hadn't checked for mail once while I was gone). I went out to the mailboxes. My brain briefly tossed out the idea that maybe he was going to propose - his weird behavior, that fact that his voice came from an odd place in the apartment when I called out to him, the fact his voice sounded off when I called out to him - but I quickly dismissed the notion. I walked back to the apartment and saw the door was still open. I was a little frustrated that that meant he hadn't gone to get my phone, but it also seemed off that he hadn't. I walked into the apartment and walked up the stairs to the main floor. I noticed how clean the apartment was and mentioned how nice it looked. I noticed he wasn't in his spot on the couch - odd. I looked towards the kitchen: there were decorations up and he was on one knee with the ring. Afterwards, he told me of how he had run inside, thrown on the lights, tossed his coat, started the camera, got on one knee, and then I showed up and left before even walking upstairs. The video of this "failed attempt" is hilarious as you can see him get deflated as I leave and then shrug at the camera exasperated, as if to say "This woman! Am I right?!" I love it because it just feels very much like me - in my own world and almost always late for everything - and him - finding humor in the situation and adjusting accordingly but still needing to tease me for it a bit.The other video of the proposal itself is very sweet and cute. Several of my friends have gotten teary-eyed watching it.

The Proposal

Wedding Blog

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Our Story

Wedding Attire

Clothing

This is semi-formal to formal event.

Please NO jeans, screen print t-shirts, or workout wear.

Hats and Fascinators

Wedding hats and fascinators are encouraged (but not required). Please NO baseball hats or snapbacks.Here are some tips for picking and wearing a hat/fascinator:<a href="http://www.weddingideasmag.com/tips-for-choosing-wedding-hats-and-fascinators/">http://www.weddingideasmag.com/tips-for-choosing-w...</a> <a href="http://espada.co.uk/tips-on-choosing-hats-and-fascinators-to-suit-you/">http://espada.co.uk/tips-on-choosing-hats-and-fasc...</a> <a href="http://rubinamillinery.com/how-to-pick-a-perfect-hat-or-fascinator-for-your-face-shape/">http://rubinamillinery.com/how-to-pick-a-perfect-h...</a><a href="http://www.audries-park.co.uk/blog/hat-or-fascinator-the-choice-is-yours/">http://www.audries-park.co.uk/blog/hat-or-fascinat...</a><a href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/how-to-wear-a-fascinator-those-fetching-british-headpieces/article4264373/">http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/how-to-wear-a-...</a><a href="http://rubinamillinery.com/how-to-choose-the-perfect-fascinator-for-you/">http://rubinamillinery.com/how-to-choose-the-perfe...</a>

Dinner Options

Chicken

Chicken Cordon Bleu - Boneless, skinless chicken breast stuffed with Swiss cheese and pieces of hamGrilled Chicken - Boneless, skinless chicken breast grilled to perfection

Vegetarian 

Side Dishes

During Cocktail Hour:-Assorted Fresh Fruits-Assorted Fresh VegetablesDuring Dinner:-Roasted Red Potatoes-Tossed Salad Bar-Garlic Tortellini (cheese stuffed)

Photography

The Photographer

We've hired an amazing photographer to capture the day - <a href="http://chasingliliesphotography.com" target="_blank">Chasing Lilies Photography</a>. She requests that guests refrain from taking pictures during the during the ceremony, formal portraits, and the "ceremonial parts" of the reception, including the first dance, parent dances, bouquet/garter toss, and cake cutting. We respectfully ask that everyone leave all cameras and cell phones off during these portions of the wedding. We wish to see your faces and for you to see ours, both now and forever in the photos the photographer captures. We will be happy to share our photos with you.

Why go Unplugged?

Unplugged weddings have been increasing in popularity over recent years with the rise in popularity of handheld devices with camera capabilities. An unplugged wedding helps individuals stay in the moment with the couple and out of the way of the photographer. The flash from phones and cameras can ruin the photographer's pictures, and people may unknowingly be blocking the photographer from capturing her shot. Sadly, irreplaceable moments can go uncaptured due to guest photography at the wrong moment. Therefore, we ask you to please be considerate and refrain from photography during the ceremony and the "ceremonial parts" of the reception, including the first dance, parent dances, bouquet/garter toss, and cake cutting.You may use your phones and cameras throughout the rest of the evening.For more information on unplugged weddings, check out the links below:<a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bridal-guide/why-you-might-want-to-con_b_3331528.html">http://www.huffingtonpost.com/bridal-guide/why-you...</a> <a href="http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/smartphones-at-weddings-are-shutterbugs-ruining-the-couple-s-big-day-1.2781738">http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/smartphones-...</a> <a href="http://offbeatbride.com/unplugged-wedding/">http://offbeatbride.com/unplugged-wedding/</a>

Details

Andy

Friends with bride since 2007.She is like my little sister and we've seen each other through so much - good times and bad.

Ceilidh

Scott

Friends with the bride since 2015.She was the first person I really connected with in Canada. We have become close friends and wedding planning companions.

Emma

Friends with bride since 2009.She was my first friend I made in college - before we even got to campus.

Kimberly

Drew

Friends with bride since 2009.She was one of the first friends I made in college. We've been there for each other through every college romance and break up - often both of us going through the same thing at the same time. 

Stephanie

Ryan

Alex

Sister of the groom - thus my future sister in law!

Michelle

Phillip

Friends with the bride since 2005.He and I met the summer before starting high school on a trip to Washington DC. He has been like a brother to me over the years. 

James

Wedding Party

Road Trip (August 2014)

Derek & Emily

Engagement Photos

Getting Silly

Brewers Games

Photos

Registry

Q + A

We have reserved a block of rooms at the <a href="https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/fond-du-lac/fldwi/hoteldetail?" target="_blank">Holiday Inn</a>. Tell them you are with the Vogels-Keimel Wedding to get the discounted rate: $139/night. PLEASE NOTE: Not enough rooms were booked from our block so there will be no free shuttle service.

Emily & Derek