The Barn at Lone Eagle Landing

Wedding Day

Our Wedding

Alex & Montana met one fateful day on the Farmington High School track when Montana was catching a ride home with her best friend and her her best friend’s dad. Her dad happened to be Alex's high school soccer coach. Alex missed a weekend practice and was running as a punishment. Montana and her bestie were responsible for timing said punishment. Alex did not make the time and Montana kept her mouth shut. The Bonnie to his Clyde from day one.    Nearly a year later, Alex was on his senior trip with friends at the Lake of the Ozarks. Montana came to him in a dream. You guys I swear to God I’m not making this up. He couldn’t get her out of his head and asked a friend for her number. He texted his most romantic pickup line that was sure to be a hook-line-and sinker… “what’s up?”   With a teensy age gap, Montana and Alex navigated a relationship that could only be described as a forbidden wild young love. Cue Taylor Swift’s Love Story to really set the angsty 16 year old mood. Lots of run-ins at parties, wasting gas just to spend time together, and a few middle of the night window escapes from the Krause residence.    As college, moves, and life got in the way- Montana and Alex took time apart. They grew and learned about life individually. But they were always drawn back together every so often, an invisible string tying them together. They were always wondering if the other was doing well and wanting the best for one another.   Now let’s get to the good part… Picture it: Country Days 2022. Montana goes out and has one objective for the night… find Alex Pinkston. Everyone who was present that night can confirm. She was on a mission and she was going to marry him. At the end of an unsuccessful night (Al stayed home- not a big Country Days guy) Montana settled for a text as her grand gesture. One that would bring the whole story full circle, “Heyy what’s up.” Hook, line, and sinker. And the rest is history.

Our Story

Photos

Wedding Party

Q + A

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Farmington, an IHG Hotel

Crown Pointe Lodge, BW Signature Collection

Hampton Inn Farmington

Travel

This winery isn't too far from the wedding location. It's our favorite! Set on a beautiful lookout, this winery has beautiful outdoor seating, yummy food (or you can bring your own snacks), and a wall of 24 taps that you can pour with the touch of your wristband.

Charleville Brewery & Winery

Another one of our favorite wineries. A quick drive from town, Twin Oaks is a classic Farmington fav!

Twin Oaks

Crown Pointe Golf Club

If you're looking to stretch your legs after a travel day, Elephant Rocks is a super cool spot to enjoy views and get a little outdoor time in. Pack a lunch and make a day out of it with a picnic on the rocks!

Elephant Rocks State Park

Montana's very favorite place to shop. This mom and daughter shop owner duo are the sweetest. On the downtown strip, there's a few more apparel stores, a coffee shop, and dining options near by if you're just looking to get out and explore for a little while.

Montana & Alex

Montana & Alex

Travel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Farmington, an IHG Hotel

Crown Pointe Lodge, BW Signature Collection

Hampton Inn Farmington