Lehmann Rose Garden - Missouri Botanical Gardens

Wedding Day

Wedding

Spink Pavillion - Missouri Botanical Gardens

Reception

Our Wedding

Stephanie and Greg met one evening&nbsp;during the summer of 2016 while&nbsp;in line at Lakota Coffee&nbsp;in downtown Columbia, Missouri.&nbsp;

After a few hours of caffeine-fueled conversation, and appalled that Stephanie hadn't yet experienced the&nbsp;delicious Korean-Mexican fusion that is Seoul&nbsp;Taco,&nbsp;Greg suggested that they get some dinner there. They then moved on to Sparky's Ice Cream for dessert, where they stayed until the employees kicked them out.



Over the course of the night,&nbsp;Stephanie somehow managed to spill coffee, taco, and ice cream on herself, but Greg was not deterred. In fact, he found her clumsiness so endearing that he was determined to see her again.

The First Date

Greg and Stephanie travelled to St. Louis on December 22nd, 2017, to spend&nbsp;Christmas with Greg's family. That night, a nice snowfall occurred. The next morning, they decided to get some lunch at Companion Bakery before heading to Creve Coeur Park to walk around and enjoy the snow-covered scenery. Little did Stephanie know, Greg's sister Lindsay was hiding in the bushes and covertly taking pictures. Greg approached the Dripping Springs waterfall and explained the story behind it&nbsp;to Stephanie. He then suggested that she step up onto a ledge nearby. When she asked why he wanted her to do it, he replied, "So I don't have to kneel down as far." and asked her to marry him. She cried and nodded.

THE PROPOSAL

Having emphatically discussed their desire to adopt a&nbsp;dog-- and what to name it--&nbsp; on the long drive down to Texas the previous November, Stephanie began subtly sending&nbsp;Greg adoption listings&nbsp;in early 2017.

Having never had a dog previously, Greg was understandably cautious. Stephanie, however, wanted to adopt every single dog she saw.&nbsp;

It wasn't until Greg, on a whim, checked the listings himself and saw&nbsp;Sophie-- a 1-year old&nbsp;Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever mix-- that he gave in. He showed her to Stephanie, and they arranged a meet and greet.

Sophie joined the family two days later.

THE DOG

Our Story

Details

Brian and Greg have known each other for 24 years (i.e. since Brian was born). As kids, they spent a lot of time dominating pick-up sports&nbsp;with neighborhood friends and playing as many co-op videogames as they could find (RIP&nbsp;Floyd). They had the good fortune of attending the University of Missouri-Columbia at the same time (Greg for&nbsp;graduate school and Brian for undergrad), where they shared weekly lunches and&nbsp;played intramural soccer together.

Brian Christopher Lambert

Leslie and Stephanie's friendship goes all the way back to 4th grade.

Leslie Smith

Anya Johnson

David and Greg's friendship&nbsp;goes back to their time at Truman State University, where David served as Greg's big brother in the Delta Chi fraternity. During undergrad, the two of them were nearly inseparable. Some of Greg's favorite memories from undergrad consist&nbsp;of the two of them simply driving around Kirksville, listening to music, and talking about the complexities of life.&nbsp;

David Isaiah Taylor

Karina Eldredge

Austin and Greg's friendship goes back to their time at Truman State University, where they were both members of the Delta Chi fraternity.&nbsp;They bonded in the Spring of 2008&nbsp;over a love of science fiction/fantasy, videogames, and literature. Greg owes his love for the Wheel of Time book series to Austin, and appreciates how supportive of a friend he has been over the past 11 years.&nbsp;

Austin Richard Alan Green

Ariane Casper

Scott and Greg met in May of 2017, when Stephanie and Greg took a roadtrip to Virginia to visit her parents. He instantly respected Scott's laid back attitude and looks forward to having him as a brother-in-law.

Scott Michael Johnson

Ruby Desai

Lindsay Lambert

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

We have reserved some block rates at different hotels around the venue and the Lamberts' home.&nbsp;Some may also include a shuttle service to the venue depending on the number of people who book.&nbsp;There are many options downtown, as well as less expensive ones in the suburbs. We have listed a few suggestions, but most places should be within reasonable driving distance.

Notes

The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta St. Louis

3 star hotel close to Forest Park and Central West end, 8 minute drive from&nbsp;the venue. Ask for the Johnson-Lambert&nbsp;group rate or use the link below to book&nbsp;before April 10 ($139-$149). They have a complimentary shuttle from 6:30am-9:15pm.

Parkway Hotel

Closer to the Lambert residence, about 35 minute drive from the wedding venue; Ask for the Johnson-Lambert&nbsp;group rate or use the link below to book&nbsp;before April 10th&nbsp;($109-$119).

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Louis Westport

Hotel near Central West End, 6 minute drive to the wedding venue. Ask for the Johnson-Lambert group rate before April 10&nbsp;($179/night).

Stephanie & Greg

Stephanie & Greg

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