Wedding Day

SS Peter & Paul Catholic Church

Ceremony

Knights of Columbus

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story began way back in 5th grade during a four-week STEAM education program at Starbase in Battle Creek, Michigan. Jacob, from Clarksville Elementary, was part of what I can only describe as the most spirited group of boys I had ever seen. But amidst all that energy, there was something about Jacob that stood out—his quiet confidence, his easy smile, and yes, his undeniable cuteness. Smart too, which didn’t hurt.Even back then, I knew something was different. After that trip, I came home and told my mom,&nbsp;“I’m going to marry that boy.”&nbsp;Something about him just stuck with me.Our schools merged in 6th grade, so we began seeing each other more frequently—simple exchanges in the hallway, small moments that felt bigger than they were. And fun fact: in middle school, we even shared the same sports number, which, in our adolescent brains—okay, maybe just mine—only confirmed that it was meant to be.Fast forward to sophomore year of high school, when we had physical science together. Jacob made the bold move to sit by me—not with his friends. Everyone around us could tell how strong our connection was; we often had people asking why we weren’t already together. It was pretty clear how we felt about each other.Whether it was shooting hoops on the basketball court, tossing a football, or just hanging out, our bond grew stronger with every passing year. By junior year, we both knew it was time to take the leap from best friends to something more. That moment came when Jacob took me to Mooville. We spent the day laughing, sharing stories, and simply enjoying our ice cream. At just the right time, he asked me to be his girlfriend. It was simple, and sweet, and I couldn't stop smiling.Now, we’ll admit—our house is a&nbsp;little&nbsp;divided during college sports season. Jacob is U of M’s biggest fan, while I proudly consider myself Tom Izzo’s honorary assistant. But even with his questionable taste in sports teams, I still love him. (We’ve learned to overlook each other’s flaws.)Fast forward seven years, countless memories, and a whole lot of laughter later, Jacob proposed on the Lowell Timber Footbridge on a warm, sunny afternoon overlooking the Grand River. I was overwhelmed with happiness—truly ecstatic at the thought of building a life together. That moment was peaceful, perfect, and unmistakably&nbsp;us.We share a love for the outdoors, staying active, and simply enjoying each other's company—whether we’re on an adventure or just spending quiet time together. Now, we’re beyond excited to celebrate this next chapter with the people we love most.

Kristine Possehn & Jacob Elenbaas

Kristine Possehn & Jacob Elenbaas

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