Raspberry Hill Bed and Breakfast

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Moment to Mingle

Dinner

Our Wedding

4:30-5:00 Ceremony

5:00-5:30 Moment to Mingle

5:30-6:00 Dinner

6:00-6:30 Dances and Speeches

6:30-10:00 Open Dance Floor

Schedule

Our Story

Kinsie is the 4th grade teacher and head volleyball coach at Thomasboro Grade School. In her free time Kinsie loves to spend time with family/friends, binge watch tv shows, and read preferably on the beach somewhere! Kinsie loves making countless memories with Alex by going on walks, watching the sunset on their porch, dancing in the kitchen, and watching a good movie together. Kinsie loves the home her and Alex have created together and cuddling on the couch with their cats Sips and Paddy! 

Kinsie

Alex is a PhD student studying Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois. In his free time (if he ever gets a break from work, which is not often), Alex loves to read, watch basketball and football, and hangout with his friends. Alex loves spending quality time with Kinsie while playing tennis, hanging with the cats, going on walks, making her smile, and annoying her (which he is especially good at)! He loves the life he and Kinsie are building together!

Alex

Shannon Zinnel

Neill Stark

Mark Zinnel

DeAnna Zinnel

Kristi Upah

Mike Upah

Paityn and Kinsie consider themselves sisters and have been through every journey in life together. From spending every holiday together, to traveling, going to the movie theater, or going to get something to eat, they are always doing something together whenever they can!

Paityn Ahrens

AKA Melly! Melly was on the same floor as Alex their freshman year of college at Iowa State and a roommate of Alex's throughout the rest of college. Alex and Melly love watching football, basketball, and their Iowa State Cyclones! 

Ryan Melquist

Ainsley is Alex's sister. Kinsie and Ainsley have made so many amazing memories on all of their trips together with the Upah family and love a good laugh making fun of Alex! Ainsley has a wonderful eye of creativity and has the most beautiful soul!

Ainsley Upah

AKA just Prete! Prete was on the same floor as Alex their freshman year of college at Iowa State. Prete is always making everyone around him smile and laugh. Prete has a goofy soul and is always the life of the party! 

Ryan Prete

Hana and Kinsie played club volleyball together from 12-18u.  Hana and Kinsie are lifelong best friends who know they will forever have each other to depend on. There is never a dull moment when Hana and Kinsie are together!

Hana Carpinteyro

Hayden and Alex went to the same school as kids. Hayden and Alex played many sports together growing up. Hayden and Alex were roommates freshman year of college at Iowa State. Hayden is always there for a good late night convo while eating Taco Bell!

Hayden Bentrott

Kinsie and Tessa played on the Iowa State Women's Club Volleyball team together. They love to travel together and do anything that relates to Harry Potter! Tessa is the life of the party!

Tessa Timmerman

Owen and Alex went to the same school as kids. Owen and Alex played many sports together growing up. Owen did not attend Iowa State but lived in the "house" around the corner from Alex's college apartment, the boys would walk over where countless memories, parties, and laughs were shared.

Owen Harms

Hannah and Kinsie had many classes together at Iowa State and immediately bonded over their love for teaching. Hannah and Kinsie love to support their Iowa State Cyclones together and support each other through life!

Hannah Taylor

AKA just Winters! Alex and Winters became roommates their sophomore year of college. Alex and Winters enjoy watching movies (especially La La Land) and playing pickleball. Winters always knowns how to crack a joke!

Ryan Winters

Kenzie and Kinsie met at Thomasboro Grade School where they both work. Once they began coaching volleyball together they became immediate best friends. Kenzie and Kinsie love to spend time going to 7Brew and are always down to go out for a good time!

Kenzie Curtis

Jay was on the same floor as Alex their freshman year of college at Iowa State. Jay and Alex love to analyze Iowa State athletics and have bonded over their shared history/love of Iowa State! Jay lived in the "house" that created many memories for the group!

Jay Patel

Parker and Kinsie grew up together as babies doing everything together! From countless hours at the pool to coaching volleyball, Parker and Kinsie have continued to remain close as practically brother and sister!

Parker Newcomb

Jake was on the same floor as Alex their freshman year of college at Iowa State and a roommate of Alex's throughout the rest of college. Jake and Alex love to play video games, have a good debate, and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Jake Louis

Wedding Party

Q + A

Guide to Wedding-Appropriate Casual Attire

What to Wear to a Backyard Wedding

How to Level-Up Casual Wedding Attire

We’re so excited to celebrate with you! Our dress code is dressy casual. Polished and put-together, but comfortable enough to relax, mingle, and dance. Women may choose a midi or maxi dress, sundress, jumpsuit, or a blouse with a skirt or tailored pants. Men can wear slacks or chinos with a button-down shirt or polo. Blazers are welcome but not required, and ties are optional. Parts of the venue include grass and uneven surfaces, so we recommend footwear that is both stylish and practical. Most importantly, wear something that makes you feel confident and ready to celebrate with us!

Dress Code

Hilton Garden Inn Ames

Travel

Our Favorite Spots to Eat

Our favorite birthday, anniversary, or special occasion restaurant to go to with Alex's Family! We recommend getting the chips with all three dips and a quesadilla!

Wallaby's Bar and Grille

A great spot for BBQ!We love going to breakfast to get their ginormous cinnamon rolls or go out to dinner and listen to live music on the patio.

Cornbred Barbecue

Eat at our favorite pizza restaurant! We order a Denver Style Pizza. Don't forget to dip your crust in honey!

The Great Plains Sauce & Dough Co.

Looking for a fancier night out? We love to go to Provisions for a nice date night!

Provisions Lot F

Our Favorite Things To Do

Great place to play pickleball and tennis!

Emma McCarthy Lee Park

Great place to go on walks or cuddle up on a blanket by the water and read a book!

Kinsie & Alex

Kinsie & Alex

Q + A

Q + A coming soon!