Barnes’ Place

Wedding Day

Barnes’ Place, LLC.

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Jason and I met online. He was interested, and lets just say, I didn't feel the same way. His profile was bold and straight forward. I thought I swiped so he would not see my profile anymore, but I swiped the wrong way. Jason started to chat with me and I decided that he seemed pretty fun. He asked me to have a beer downtown, and I decided I could handle that. Our first beer turned into a 7 hour conversation and the rest is history.

Our Story

Photos

I am the bride! I am a teacher at North Middle School. I teach 8th grade Reading. This may or may not be why I like a cold cocktail. I am a mom of two, Grace and Ben. I have a wonderful bonus daughter and son-in-law and their three beautiful boys that call me nana! Most days I feel like I'm in the circus, animals included, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

Sara Staber

Jason is the groom. He is a conductor for BNSF Railroad. He has an unhealthy obsession with collecting sports cards and memorabilia. When he actually has time off from his job that does not allow him to have a life or plans, he enjoys going to local breweries for craft beer. 

Jason Frost

Jason is the brother of the bride. He has a beautiful family and his boys keep him very busy.  We have an ongoing argument about who is the favorite child. I like to think I am mom's favorite, but we all know it's him, the baby of the family. Lol

Jason Foulk

Ben is the son of the bride. He is a freshman at Elk Point Jefferson High School. Our life revolves around what sport is in season. If anyone would like to help with the grocery bill, we would appreciate it. He is always hungry! We also think we may need to have his hearing checked. It seams he never hears anything that comes out of our mouths. I think he is the most forgetful kid I've ever met. Amazing how he can't remember to do things around the house. I suppose that is normal. I guess I am blessed with a pretty great kid overall.

Benjamin (Ben) Staber

Zach is a friend of the bride. Zach and I have been friends since high school.  He lovingly started calling me the dirt eater at track practice. Ask him if you want to hear the story! Zach has always been there for me no matter what! I love him, but I probably love him the most because his wife is one of my best friends!

Zach Lewis

Nick is a friend of the couple. He is married to one of my best friends so he is stuck with me no matter what. Plus, his mother-in-law is my second mom. No one messes with Mama Chris! Nick likes to smoke food on his smoker, but he never invites me over to eat?!?! His other job is to follow his daughter around and watch/coach softball.

Nick Collins

Rhiannon is the sister-in-law of the bride. I win! Best sister-in-law ever! She rocks everything she does and she is a co-chair of the Foulk Family Support Group! IYKYK! If you need further information on this support group get in contact with her or any other member.

Rhiannon Foulk

Grace is the daughter of the bride. She is a freshman at Iowa State University.  She is majoring in animal science.  She would like to become a veterinarian. If she brings any more stray animals home she may be homeless.  

Grace Staber

Michaele is a friend of the bride. When she married her husband she got me too! Now, I can say she is one of my best friends! Word to the wise, don't have her make you dinner, especially not mac n cheese!

Michaele Lewis

Amanda is a friend of the couple.  Amanda and I have been friends longer than I can count on my fingers and toes.  I guess that means we are old. Whatever the case may be she is one of my best friends and would drop everything in a heartbeat if we needed something.

Amanda Collins

Nephew of the Bride. This little spit fire brings so much love and laughter to our family. He sucks up all the knowledge he can from his older brothers.  He is a rockstar athlete at the age of five and I think he would out drive me on a par three any day of the week.  

Myles Foulk

Friend of the couple. Kate is sweeter than that ice cream sundae in her picture.  We have known Kate's parents since, well lets not date ourselves now.  She has already been practicing putting her hair in curlers for the big day! 

Kate Piepho

Nephew of the bride. Ryder is in 7th grade and loves sports. He can fish by the hour and never get board. In addition to being an usher in my wedding I'm also going to put him in charge of my finances so I can learn to pinch pennies like he does. 

Ryder Foulk

Nephew of the bride. Eli is the jokester of the crew and always pushing the limits. Sounds a lot like his dad if you ask me. He is in 6th grade and is also a big sports fan. He and I are a lot alike. When we have extra cash we are going to get ourselves a new pair of shoes!

Eli Foulk

Friends of the couple. Rick and Jeri are my sister-in-law's dad and bonus mom. We have been blessed to be taken in as family over the years. Thanksgiving would not be the same without them. They are always up for a good theme for Thanksgiving! IYKUK, If you have any good theme ideas for next years Thanksgiving let us know!

Rick & Jeri Fyock

Friend of the bride. Kayla or K2 as we call her at work is my work wife. We share a classroom together and we know what the other one is thinking or going to say, just by looking at each other.  We often finish each others sentences or say the exact same thing at the same time. Teaching would not be nearly as fun if I didn't have her to teach with! So blessed that she has become such a dear friend!

Kayla Murphy

Kayla is a friend of the bride. Kayla or K1 as we call her at school has also shared a room with me. We no longer share, but her room is right next door. I'm so blessed to work with such awesome teachers!

Kayla Merrill

Carrie is a friend of the bride. We have known each other for a very long time. I was blessed with the honor of being in the delivery room when she had her first son. When we are together it's nothing but fun! I will make it to a Sunday fun day this year.  Just watch the bottom step, it's a doozie. 

Carrie Gilmore

Wedding Party

<a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1752610431401&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Staber/Frost Wedding</a> Last day to make reservations is November 1, 2025. You can still try after this date however, they do not have to honor the wedding party rate.

Aloft Waukee

We will have a 27 passenger bus that will transport from the hotel to the wedding for those staying at the hotel. At the end of the night there will be a shuttle leaving the venue and returning to the hotel. Times will be shared as we get closer to the wedding.

Majestic Transportation

Travel Accommodations 

Q + A

Explore the charming shops, bars, and restaurants in this historic neighborhood, likely to be decorated for the holidays and possibly hosting events as part of the annual Holiday Promenade.&nbsp;We enjoy...<a href="https://eastvillagedesmoines.com/listing/quintons-bar-deli/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Quinton's Bar &amp; Deli</a>506 East Grand Avenue Des Moines Alleged Lee's (Fun Whisky Bar)510 E Grand Ave Des Moines, IA

East Village:

Holiday Lights Displays:&nbsp;Consider visiting the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park for its Winter Wonder Lights display, featuring over 50,000 holiday lights, or Uptown Ankeny for its animated holiday displays.

Holiday Lights Displays

&nbsp;Enjoy ice skating at this outdoor rink, open throughout the holiday weekend, including Thanksgiving Day (online registration recommended).

Brenton Skating Plaza

&nbsp;Do some shopping at this large mall in West Des Moines.&nbsp;

Jordan Creek Town Center

Engage in hands-on exhibits and educational experiences at this family-friendly museum, open throughout Thanksgiving weekend (except Thanksgiving Day.) Great for kids.

Science Center of Iowa

&nbsp;Immerse yourself in the vast collection of plants from the Midwest and around the world, housed within the impressive domed conservatory and outdoor gardens.

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers wall-to-wall aerial action for all ages, making it a great option for families or those wanting to burn off some energy.

Sara & Jason

Sara & Jason

Pictures to Remember our Big Day