St Paul Lutheran Church

Wedding Ceremony

Wedding

Alta Community Center

Reception

Wedding Reception

Our Wedding

That One September Day...

Ryan and Natalie met one late September night in 2024. Ryan's brother, Jeff, and sister-in-law, Megan, had something up their sleeves, but told neither one of them. Jeff had told Megan he felt Natalie and Ryan were very similar and Megan thought so too, so she thought it would be a good idea to bring Natalie along with to Ryan's Annual Harvest Party. She felt it was a nonchalant way to see if Ryan and Natalie would talk to each other and if there was any interest there.The night seemed to go well. Ryan had said hello to Natalie, completely clueless as to who she came there with, but never made her feel unwelcomed at all. Natalie then recalled Ryan from her work's previous Ride For A Cause Rides they do every year and did not know he was Jeff's brother. So, Natalie and Ryan have crossed paths before but never had truly talked to one another. After supper that night, they all sat around a fire as Natalie admired baby Josie that Ryan kept holding and wanted her turn at holding her too. Eventually Ryan gave her up to Natalie, but not long after, baby Josie started to cry, so Natalie got up to walk around with her. It was then when Ryan had a moment and went and talked to Natalie for a little bit. As the night went on, the two made some small talk, but nothing formed from it...until the next morning...when Ryan kicked himself for not asking Natalie for her number. He then asked Megan if she could give him Natalie's number. She then text Natalie asking for her ok to hand it out, and she said it was fine to give out her number.Natalie and Ryan began texting each other and before you know it, they were out on a date - 10/4/24 - a date where they both felt that immediate connection as if it were love at first site. They went on a walk after supper that night and found a $1 bill; Natalie felt the $1 bill was her dad giving her a positive sign toward Ryan. Little did Natalie know, Ryan held on to that $1 bill and it’s still hanging on the bathroom mirror where he put it that same night. The two clicked so well together, that they continued to talk, and before you knew it, they became inseparable.

Our Story

Professional Engagement Photos Taken by Sasha with 712 Collective - Iowa and Midwest Photography

Photos

Bridesmaids:Best Girl: GretaMaid of Honor: Nicole MeyerMatron of Honor: Destiny JorgensenBridesmaid: Tayler FlorineBridesmaid: Lana FlorineBridesmaid: Taylor HansenPersonal Attendant: Veronica TaylorFlower Girl: Ellie RichterFlower Girl: Maya RichterFlower Girl: Josie TaylorFlower Girl: Lorraine Richter Groomsmen:Best Man: Matt HansenGroomsman: Eddie TaylorGroomsman: Evan HansenGroomsmaid: Abbi HansenUsher: Chuck HansenUsher: Brett Taylor

The VIPs

Q + A

We have a block of rooms reserved here! When calling in, you will mention wanting to book a room for the Meyer/Hansen wedding block. Rooms will only remained blocked until 6/1/26, so please make sure to reserve your room early!

King's Pointe Waterpark Resort

No room blocks have been saved here, but you are welcome to reserve your stay here! Less than 2 miles from Buena Vista University and Storm Lake, this hotel offers rooms with free WiFi and cable TV. A microwave and refrigerator are included in each room at Quality Inn Storm Lake. Each air-conditioned room also includes a hairdryer. An on-site fitness center is available to all guests of Quality Inn Storm Lake. The 24-hour front desk provides free coffee every morning. A complimentary continental breakfast is served each day. Little Storm Lake Game Management Area is 7 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Storm Lake Golf Course is 3 miles away.

Quality Inn - Storm Lake

No room blocks have been saved here, but you are welcome to reserve your stay here! Business Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite. Rooms Stay in one of 28 guestrooms featuring LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Attractions Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.Storm Lake Golf Course - 0.1 km / 0.1 miChautauqua Park - 1.5 km / 0.9 miHarker House - 2.4 km / 1.5 miLiving Heritage Tree Museum - 2.4 km / 1.5 miBuena Vista University - 2.8 km / 1.8 miAurelia Public Library - 24 km / 14.9 miAurelia Golf Club - 24.6 km / 15.3 miNester Stiles State Preserve - 26.1 km / 16.2 miSanford Lane Park - 36.9 km / 22.9 miPoulson Park - 36.9 km / 22.9 miSanford Museum &amp; Planetarium - 37 km / 23 miCherokee Public Library - 37.1 km / 23.1 miCherokee Depot - 37.2 km / 23.1 miCherokee City Hall - 37.3 km / 23.1 miCentral Park - 37.4 km / 23.2 miThe nearest airports are:Fort Dodge, IA (FOD-Fort Dodge Regional) - 91.9 km / 57.1 miSioux City, IA (SUX-Sioux Gateway) - 127.3 km / 79.1 mi Location With a stay at Lighthouse Inn in Storm Lake, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Storm Lake Golf Course and a 2-minute drive from Chautauqua Park. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Living Heritage Tree Museum and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Harker House. Headline Near Storm Lake Golf Course

Lighthouse Inn

No room blocks have been saved here, but you are welcome to reserve your stay here! A short drive from the shores of Storm Lake, this hotel is 1.5 miles from Kings Pointe Waterpark. It serves breakfast every morning and features free Wi-Fi access. Cable TV with HBO is included in every room at Super 8 Storm Lake. They come with a coffee-maker, a safe, and a work desk. The front desk at the Storm Lake Super 8 is staffed 24 hours a day and offers fax and copy services. Guests can get a snack or a drink from the on-site vending machines. The center of Storm Lake is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. The historic Harker House museum is a 10 minute walk away.

Natalie & Ryan

Natalie & Ryan

N&R