Ben and Lexie have been in school together since kindergarten. However, the first time they were in the same class was in third grade when Lexie and Ben were placed as desk partners. Lexie vividly remembers Ben being her desk partner from third grade because one day he got sick in school and decided to puke on his desk instead of in the garbage. From that day on, Lexie always hoped that would be the last time she had to sit near Ben Friederichs.

Ben and Lexie were in the same friend group throughout middle school and high school. They spent many hours and days hanging out with their friends at Lake Koronis. However, in the fall of 11th grade the start of a more serious relationship would begin.

After many nights talking through entire movies and trying not to act too weird; an awkward "Want to go out?" was asked. A shocking response of "No," was muttered as silence filled the Friederichs basement. In that moment Ben thought maybe forgetting his wallet on the first date to the movie theater had a more lasting impression than he had initially thought.

After what felt like a few eternities and a complete blow to Ben's ego later, Lexie started to laugh and said of course I will go out with you!

L&B

Wedding Day

Ceremony