Wedding Day

St. Mary’s Catholic Church

Ceremony

Knights of Columbus Hall 

Reception to Follow

Our Wedding

As long as I can remember, Megan was one of those girls who knew she wanted her wedding day to be special.&nbsp;Of course, it goes without saying that she needed that wonderful man to be there with her on that special day.&nbsp;She dreamt of having a loving husband and raising a house full of children and a dog or two.&nbsp; At the end of April 2017, during one of our sister gossip sessions, she told me how she met a guy named Clint.&nbsp;One of her lifetime friends, Chelsea, had just started dating Clint’s lifelong friend, Keegan.&nbsp;The girls planned to meet up at The Fuzzy Duck Saloon in Nashville to celebrate the end of finals.&nbsp;Keegan also had a few friends there playing darts.&nbsp;Towards the end of the night, Keegan and Chelsea decided that Clint and Meg would be perfect for each other and wouldn’t take no for an answer.&nbsp;At that point they hadn’t even said ‘hello’ to one another.&nbsp;But my sister can talk enough for the both of them. From what I’ve been told... the night only went up from there.&nbsp;It wasn’t long after that, May 28, 2017, when they officially started dating. They were so busy with life, college, and work that there was little ‘free’ time- Megan mostly.&nbsp;But they managed to find time for each other during the little extra time that they did have.&nbsp;They continued this for a year and a half, but with all of the stress of finishing college and growing into adulthood, they needed to take a break to focus on themselves individually.&nbsp;It wasn’t a very long break.&nbsp;It didn’t take them long to realize that they could handle those life stresses with each other’s support and they were back together within two months.&nbsp;From then on, it seemed natural for them to strive into adulthood together. Next thing you know, they both landed 'big girl' and 'big boy' jobs, and Clint bought a house in November 2019.&nbsp;Shortly after, Megan left Carlyle and moved to Nashville.&nbsp;I thought it was just a matter of time before Clint would pop the question!&nbsp;But he kept us all on our toes a little longer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; COVID hit a couple months after they moved into their first home.&nbsp;This meant they got a real taste of home life together while the world was shut down.&nbsp;This was a fun change and sometimes challenging time for them, getting used to being together literally all the time.&nbsp;&nbsp; I remember her and Clint stopping by mom’s house to tell us they got engaged and show us the ring. They were making all their rounds to tell the family, since it was Father’s day weekend.&nbsp;She dropped the hint to mom first, and I quickly caught on to what was happening by seeing them hugging and celebrating and Megan holding out her left hand.&nbsp;Clint was all smiles that day.&nbsp;Meg told us the story of how Clint pulled off the biggest surprise ever.&nbsp;He made supper that night before and when it was time for dessert, he offered her a beautiful diamond ring instead of their normal DQ blizzard.&nbsp;Of course, she immediately cried when Clint asked her to spend the rest of her life with him. And she did end up getting her blizzard the next day! June 19th will always be a special day for them. Not long after their engagement, Megan and Clint brought home a puppy.&nbsp;On August 11, came along the most adorable little german shepherd, Tyson. This was the beginning of their family. Seeing them with Tyson, I can tell they will be great parents together.&nbsp;Both of them full of love, Meg the strict one, Clint the relaxed one. Now here they are, planning their special day, preparing for the rest of their lives.&nbsp;They are enjoying their long engagement.&nbsp;Busy attending friends’ weddings and other celebrations as a couple, soaking it all in.&nbsp;Clint and Megan are so excited to celebrate their day surrounded by friends and family.&nbsp;Bring on the beauty, beer and dancing!!&nbsp; --Maid of Honor, Molly Diekemper

Our Story

Molly is the Bride's spunky little sister.  Her main focus is how fun the reception will be and all of the celebrations with the girls leading up to the special day!  Like any sisters, they used to not get along as well.  As the years went on, they grew closer and now bond over car ride gossips and life.   They talk or facetime every day.  She is excited to gain a brother, she always teases that Clint is the exact opposite of her sis.  Molly wishes she could go on their honeymoon trip with them, because Hawaii looks like such a great time.   

Molly Diekemper

Bride's forever friend. Never apart, maybe in distance but never in heart!  Met 
in grade school and had similar interests, swim team and cheer.  We didn't always get along at first, but we attribute that to us being so similar.   We've been inseparable since. Nicole is excited to watch her bestie marry her man!  And can't wait for all the fun at the reception, she bets Megan will dance all night.  Nicole wishes Clint and Megan a lifetime of happiness. 

Nicole Goolsby

Bride's go-to girl. If we're together, there's usually drinks, laughs & great stories involved.  While always making sure I was home for curfew. HA! Some of my best memories are with Alexis.  I can't remember a time this girl wasn't there for me, through the good and bad.  Random car rides, random girl days.  
Alexis describes Megan as everything you want in a friend.  She is excited to dance all night and bets Megan will be line dancing.  
Alexis toasts to the honeymoon phase never ending and a lifetime of happiness. 

Alexis Toennies

Bride's college roommate.  Sometimes random friends become the best!  Met in a college class and bonded over our stress and mutual OCD.  This girl was great at getting Megan out of her shell to enjoy the fun parts of college.  We grew to know each other better, and now we're forever wishing we were still roomies!  She predicts and is excited to see Clint cry at the sight of his bride.   Her favorite memories with the couple include third wheeling with her bestie and watching their love grow!  

Megan Lecrone

Bride's friend since diapers and basically THE reason we're preparing this day!   
Chelsea is very excited to watch her two friends finally become one.  Her favorite memory with Clint and Megan is the night it all began!  She thinks Megan will be the most beautiful bride walking down the isle and that Clint will for sure tear up when he sees her for the first time.  Chelsea describes Clint as "genuine and always there."  and Megan as "bubbly and the most generous human being."  
Chelsea wishes the couple a lifetime of happiness and all the babies so their little ones can grow together and hang out all the time.  

Chelsea Crocker

Bride's go-to dance partner and the sweetest friend.   Their favorite memories together include lots of dancing and laughing.  No matter how much time has past, they pick up right where they left off.  They may be distant relatives, but it seems more like sisters some days.  You can always count on Miranda for advice and much needed girls time.     She is ready to celebrate the love of two people becoming one.  She wishes nothing but love and happiness and predicts it will be a FUN celebration.   She describes Clint as quiet and Megan as genuine, kind and fun!  

Miranda Hilmes

Lauren is excited to officially gain another sister!!  She cannot wait to celebrate.  Her favorite memory is their family vacation to Florida when Clint and Megan first started dating.  She predicts that their special day will go perfectly and that their Fur Baby, Tyson, will make an appearance.  Lauren describes her brother as a very laid back person while Megan is very outgoing.  I guess opposites do attract! 

Lauren Johannes

Ally is Clints youngest sister.  She hopes that Clint and Megan will have a long and healthy marriage.  Mostly because she is so excited to have another sister.  She describes Megan as outgoing, while Clint is her annoying big brother that she loves.  Despite the age difference, Clint and Ally have grown very close, but still love to tease each other.  

Ally Johannes

Friendship isn't always about who you've known the longest.  It's about who walked into your life and said "I care about you, you're stuck with me." 
Megan Z is excited to see Megan walk down the isle,  she thinks Megan will cry!  She will always remember the day we went to Raging Rivers and got to act like kids again.  She describes Clint as quiet, and Megan as loud!!  Again, opposites must really attract!  Megan passes on this toast to the bride and groom: "May all your ups and downs be between the sheets." -Lincoln Seibert 

Megan Zobrist

Friendship isn't about who you've known the longest. It's about who walked into your life and said "I'm here for you" and proved it. 
Marissa can't wait to watch Clint and Megan soak up all of the happiness their special day brings.  They've had lots of fun nights out together, full of dancing, and the reception will be no different!
She hopes to get Clint out on the dancefloor.  
Marissa wishes many happy blessings and a life full of teamwork, happiness and love!  She describes Clint as peaceful and Megan as social.  

Marissa Manning

Jeremy is Clint's right hand man.  These boys can sit and talk about anything and nothing for HOURS.   Megan has third wheeled with these boys too many times to count.  Jeremy was actually on his way over right after Clint popped the big question.   They had fun with it and just waited for him to notice the ring.  He is very excited for Clint and Megan finally tying the knot, but less excited for his speech! 

Jeremy Zapp

Luke is excited for the wedding celebration.  Mostly, to see his friend, Clint, all grown up.   These boys share many memories living together at Rend Lake College.  They continue to be long distant friends and talk basically every day.  He thinks of Clint as a mellow dude and Megan as savvy.   Luke places a bet that this will be a fantastic wedding and wishes them all the happiness in the world. 

Luke Weineke

Handsome brother of the Bride!  Jake is excited to do some overdue partying celebrating his sister and new brother.   His favorite memories include growing up with the bride.  He predicts that his sister will embarrass herself somehow during the day.  He describes Clint as pretty chill and Megan as dramatic. 

Jacob Diekemper

Grooms old friend.  Kyle is excited for every single aspect of the wedding celebrations!  Kyle is always down for a good time and he predicts that his dress shirt will be unbuttoned way too many times from getting too hot on the dance floor.   Kyle thinks Megan is perfect for his 'boo thang' Clinton and can't wait for the special day! 

Kyle Jasper

The other reason the Bride & Groom met! 
Keegan is excited to watch Clint suffer through all the fun stuff like pictures and getting ready.  He bets $50 that Clint will tear up during the ceremony.  Keegan's favorite memory is the night it all started.  He describes Clint as "soon to be bald" and Megan as "always smiling."  
Keegan wishes that the bride and groom would get a boat or pool so we can have fun weekends.  But he also wishes that they continue to grow the true happiness  they have found in each other.  

Keegan Anderson

Jared is eager to hear the Best Man's speech.   Jared is most fond of all the sleepovers at Megan and Clint's house.  Which always include Hardee's breakfast monster biscuits and getting Megan a coffee.  He predicts that Clint will shed more tears than Megan and wishes they would go out to the bar with him more often.  When they do, they are always in for laughs, stories and surprises.  

Jared Brammeier

Brock is counting down the days to the free beer and having all of their friends in one place again.   Brock has lots of memories with Clint starting with Clint attempting a front flip at the babysitters, up to all the fun they had living together in college.  Brock bets that Bryce will not get drunk.  He describes Clint as a simple man and Megan as always smiling and always happy.  Brock wishes the couple many many happy years together! 

Brock Wuebbles

Another handsome brother of the Bride! Jaren is looking forward to partying with his family celebrating another brother!  The girls of the family are officially outnumbered.  He describes his sister as emotional and predicts that she will be the one to cry.  He thinks Clint is pretty laid back and wishes him good luck putting up with Megan.  

Jaren Diekemper

Hunter is looking forward to watching his two friends tie the knot.  His favorite memories include all the parties in Clint and Megan's new home.   Hunter predicts that groomsman, Kyle, will go to hard and have to be escorted home before 10.   He sends all his love to the couple, and describes Megan as a sweetheart.  

Hunter Beetley

Bryce is excited for the special day and the bachelor party!  He looks back on the times Clint and him would play beer pong until the sun came up.   He describes Clint as a simple man.  And thinks of Megan as very energetic.  Bryce wishes his friends a long life together and says Clint did good- don't mess it up.  

Bryce Styninger

Hudson is most excited to dance with Uncle Clint and Aunt Megan.  He hopes Clint puts him up on his shoulders.  His favorite memory is going over to their house to play with their dog, Tyson.  Hudson says Tyson is kind of wild.  
Hudson predicts that Clint and Megan will hold hands.  He says Clint is silly and Megan is funny.   

Hudson

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