FAQs

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How did the Bride & Groom meet?

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Our story technically began in 2008 when we were 14 years old, sitting in the same high school classrooms at Lakeside Lutheran High School. We had mutual friends but ran in different circles and didn't talk except for one conversation in American Lit (which Emilie remembers, but Jared denies). Graduation came and we went off to different colleges. Over the years, there were a few almosts: a college party invitation, mutual friend outings, an alleged set up, a few liked Instagram posts, and maybe even a message that went nowhere. Fast forward to August, 2024 when we were 30 years old.. After some encouragement from her brother, sister-in-law, friends, and one margarita on a girl's day with her mom, she worked up the liquid courage and sent Jared a DM asking if he’d be interested in grabbing a drink. A week later, we met at The Yard at the Iron Horse Hotel in Milwaukee and the rest is history. All in God's good and perfect timing.

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How did Jared propose?

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Ten days before the proposal, Jared drove to Watertown to ask for my parents' blessing. On August 15th, Jared told me we were meeting his parents for dinner in Milwaukee. While I was on my way there, Jared called with a change of plans and said his parents were unable to make it because his Grandpa got the tractor stuck and needed help. When I arrived, Jared walked out with a picnic basket and he drove us to Veteran’s Park — the spot where we had a picnic early in our relationship. As we walked in the park, I spotted a blanket surrounded by flowers, candles, wine, and a picture of us. That's when I realized it wasn't just a change of plans. At that moment, Jared got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. Jared's sister, Tayler, and brother-in law, Jason, came home from North Carolina. They were in disguise to film and photograph the proposal. Jared then suggested we go to The Yard, our first date spot. To my surprise, when we arrived, both our families were there waiting to celebrate with us.

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What should I do in bewteen the ceremony and the reception?

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Our ceremony and reception are at two different locations so you will have some downtime in between. Visit the "Things To Do" page to read about some of our favorite recommendations and how you can get a drink on us!

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Will there be a shuttle?

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There will not be a shuttle because there is a hotel with a room block conveniently located in the same parking lot as the venue! See the "Travel" page for more information on hotel accommodations.

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Does your venue allow overnight parking?

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Yes! You are able to leave your car overnight until 12PM on Saturday.

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What should I wear?

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Whatever wedding attire you are comfortable in! Please feel free to wear any color.

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Will there be a receiving line at church?

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There will not be one after church, but we will receive our guests at the start of cocktail hour.

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Where should I park at the church?

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There is a small parking lot with handicap parking in the back of church on 5th Street, but guests are able to park on all sides of the streets around the church. We ask that you kindly reserve the parking lot for our elderly guests. The main entrance is located at the front of church on 4th Street.