Youngberg Hill

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Our Wedding

Our story began in March 2014. We had enrolled in the same meditation course, and spent many evenings engaged in inspirational conversations. These conversations soon turned to long walks on the beach, cozy nights in front of the fire, and cooking our favorite dinners together. On October 25, 2016, also my birthday, and surrounded by my entire family, Lyndell proposed. With my heart more full of joy than I have ever felt, I accepted as he slipped the sparkling ring onto my finger. Lyndell completes my life in more ways than I could have ever hoped for, and we are so excited to celebrate our love with all of you on August 17th.

How we met 

Our Story

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Dante is Lyndell's oldest son, and resides in Kansas City, Kansas. 

Dante Q. Walton

Father of the bride, a.k.a. Valerie's rock.

Steven Kaufman

Alex is Lyndell's youngest son, and resides in Oregon City, Oregon.

Alex J. Giani

Mother of the bride, a.k.a. Valerie's other rock.

Anita Mention

Dante Walton Jr. is Lyndell's Grandson, and resides in Kansas City, Kansas with his dad, Dante.

Dante Walton Jr.

Renee is Valerie's sister, and forever her lifeline.

Renee McKechnie

Mathilde and Valerie met during their journey in school. They instantly bonded, and have been inseparable ever since. 

Mathilde Christophersen

 Céleste is the daughter of Valerie's dearest friend, Stéphanie.&nbsp;Stéphanie came to live with Valerie's family as an exchange student over 25 years ago, and from the instant they met she became a part of the family.&nbsp;Stéphanie and&nbsp;Céleste reside in Goyrans, France.&nbsp;

 Céleste Paulus-Lemoine

Wedding Party

Q + A

Registry

In the heart of McMinnville, Comfort Inn And Suites McMinnville is close to Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum and Eyrie Vineyards. This hotel is within the region of Domaine Drouhin Oregon and WillaKenzie Estate. Make yourself at home in one of the 66 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls. Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a 24-hour fitness center.&nbsp;

Comfort Inn And Suites McMinnville (6 miles to Youngberg Hill)

Bella Collina (12.8 miles to Youngberg hill)

Hotel Oregon has 42 guestrooms; the hotel's innermost rooms afford a view of the courtyard while the outer rooms look out over McMinnville's often bustling main street. Tasting rooms are within walking distance, and more than 200 wineries are in the vicinity, allowing you the chance to pucker up for the perfect Oregon Pinot.

McMenamins Hotel Oregon (4.9 miles to Youngberg Hill)

In the heart of McMinnville, Red Lion Inn & Suites McMinnville is close to Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum and Eyrie Vineyards. This hotel is within the region of Domaine Drouhin Oregon and WillaKenzie Estate. Make yourself at home in one of the 67 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls. Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a television in a common area. A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is included

Red Lion Inn & Suites McMinnville (6 miles to Youngberg HIll)

Travel

Drive the scenic Columbia River Highway on a 3.5-hour tour to many of the region's gorgeous waterfalls. Visit a number of prominent sites, including the Portland Women's Forum, Crown Point Vista House, Latourell Falls, Multnomah Falls, and Horsetail Falls.

The Lake Missoula Flood from the end of the last ice age left scars from Montana to the Pacific Ocean. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to explore the waterfalls along the Columbia River while guides share research uncovering the effects of the Lake Missoula Flood in Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington.





The catastrophic flood propelled over 500 cubic miles (2,084 cubic km) of water, ice, rock, and mud across Eastern Washington, and covered the Willamette Valley with up to 400 feet (122 m) of water, leaving gravel bars a mile (1.6 km) wide and several stories high. Guides show you many of the signs still visible today.





The waterfalls you see along the Old Historic Columbia River Highway may include Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Multnomah Falls, Horsetail Falls, and Wahkeena Falls, as well as the Crown Point Vista House, a National Historic Landmark.

Half-Day Multnomah Falls & Gorge Waterfalls Tour

Marvel at Oregon's scenic grandeur as you enjoy dramatic views of its coastline. Stops may include Manzanita, Oswald West State Park/Short Sand Beach, Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach, Tillamook Rock Lighthouse/Ecola State Park, and of course, the majestic Pacific Ocean.

The tour begins with a stop at Neahkahnie Point. From this spot you look south for 30 miles! With a huge expanse of ocean before you, this is one of the coast’s best whale watching locations.



Next, we will stop in the town of Manzanita which is a beautiful oceanside city with seven miles of sandy beach and the third most photographed scenery in Oregon.



Short Sand Beach is our next stop. This is a beautifully secluded sandy beach with a 1/4-mile trail leading to breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.



We will continue north and stop in Cannon Beach. This picturesque small-town village by the sea is easily walkable and you will be able to explore meandering pathways, enjoy public art and courtyards spilling over with flowers.



Next your tour brings you to historic Haystack Rock, a 235-foot-tall basalt monolith that serves as a marine wildlife sanctuary. Teeming with a myriad of aquatic and avian life forms, the Haystack Rock tidal pools shelter sea slugs, starfish, sea anemone, crabs, and limpets.



No visit to Cannon Beach would be complete ¬without visiting Ecola State Park, perched dramatically on the edge of Tillamook Head.

Full-Day Northern Oregon Coast Tour

Get introduced to the city of Portland, including its history, culture, and current events. Travel through the various parts of the city, visiting Pearl District, Pittock Mansion, International Rose Gardens, Cultural District, and take a ride on the Portland Aerial Tram.

Visit Pittock Mansion, a chateau built in the French Renaissance architectural style, which is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Enjoy spectacular views of the city from the mansion's elegant grounds.



Travel into the hills to see the International Rose Garden, featuring over 8,000 roses in 550 different varietals. These famous gardens were created during World War II, as a means of protecting species of roses from extinction. Afterward, walk through the inspiring Chinese Gardens.



In addition to these prominent Portland highlights, also learn about Portland's history, geographic landscape, and culture. Visit several attractions in downtown, including Pioneer Square, the Saturday Market, and Portlandia. Explore Nob Hill and the Pearl District, just 2 of the cities eclectic neighborhoods.

Top City Sights Tour

The tour will depart downtown Portland and drive along the Vineyard and Valley Scenic Route, past orchards, lavender farms and vineyards, to the famous Willamette Valley. The Valley is Oregon's leading wine region and is home to more than 500 wineries! It is recognized as of one of the premier Pinot Noir producing areas of the world, and is often likened to France's Burgundy region. Throughout the drive out to the valley, your guide will share with you the history of Oregon wine production, the history of how our valley was formed and what makes its soil so perfect for our world famous wine grapes, as well as discuss the 6 different sub-appellations of the valley.

In the heart of the Willamette Valley, you will visit three carefully selected wineries and vineyards, where you will partake in winery tours, viticulture talks and wine tastings. The selection of wineries will offer sweeping views of the Cascade Mountain Range as well as stunning rolling hill vineyard vistas.



You will visit one winery before lunch, then pause for lunch at a local café, and after lunch the tour will visit two more wineries. If timing allows, you will also visit the Oregon Olive Mill, a premier purveyor of estate-milled Extra Virgin Olive Oil and home to the only Olioteca in the Pacific Northwest! At the end of the afternoon, you will be back in Downtown Portland, just in time for dinner!

Valerie & Lyndell

Valerie & Lyndell

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