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Ashley Wright & Mitch Simonson

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At this bonfire was when Ashley Wright first met Mitchell Simonson. While there wasn’t a flame ignited between the two of them that evening, their paths would cross again.

Throughout that summer, they would see each other again and again, through gatherings coordinated by the unassuming matchmaker, Ryan Bishop. And yet, “that summer, no sparks flew at all”, said Ashley.

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A Bishop brought them together

By Jason Sethre Ryan Bishop played a great role in the future unity of Mitchell Simonson and Ashley Wright. This happens all the time. A mutual friend introduces two people and they fall in love, and maybe some day get married. But, the significance of that introduction is often far greater than they could have ever imagined.

The odds of a big city girl from Dallas, Tex., meeting a small town farm boy from rural Preston, Minn., would be pretty slim if it weren’t for one night at a bonfire.

Six years ago in 2008, while Ashley Wright was working at Niagara Cave in Harmony, she was invited to a bonfire in the area. In years past, Ashley had met Mark and Jenny Bishop through an exchange program.

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But, their relationship endured the more than 900 miles between them as they kept in touch all throughout Ashley’s final semester. They talked a lot, and after that semester was over, they mutually decided to have her move up to Minnesota. So, after Ashley graduated, Mitchell traveled down to Texas to pick up his future bride-to-be to bring her back up to his hometown. They rented a U-Haul, loaded up, and began their journey.

While Ashley didn’t grow up on a farm like her fiance Mitchell, she did grow up out in the country until she was 8-yearsold when her family moved into the city. She considers herself a big city girl, spending the last 10 years in Texas.

Meanwhile, Mitchell grew up working on the farm with his father, Dean Simonson.

She likes cooking and crafts, and he likes building derby cars.

Ashley has enjoyed watching Mitchell compete in demolition derbies, such as the Fillmore County Fair. This past summer, she saw him compete in three demolition derbies.

And, together, they both enjoy antiquing.

Since Mitchell has grown up on the farm, he has introduced Ashley to a lot of things she wouldn’t get to partake in while living in Dallas.

“I got to drive a Bobcat!” she said. And, with Mitchell chuckling in the background, he talked about the different items she picked up and moved around with the Bobcat skidsteer loader. Like Eva Gabor on the famous sitcom Green Acres, Ashley has learned a lot about life on the farm.

The proposal While Ashley didn’t know this was coming, they had both been thinking about their future together. And, on October 25, 2014, it became official.

After dating for a couple years, it appeared it was time to take this relationship to the next level. “We had a good little date night at home,” said Ashley.

At the end of the night, she said, “This was a pretty good night.”

And, he said “What could make it better?’”

She responded, “Ice cream?”

He said, “Think bigger!” And, then he proposed. After she said yes, they did have some ice cream -- a mutual favorite. As Mitchell said, “Who doesn’t like ice cream?”

The wedding Within a week or two, the newly engaged couple began planning their wedding, which is scheduled for July 31, 2015.

The ceremony and reception will be held at Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery in rural Spring Valley. With plans for an outdoor wedding, they have all of the details finalized. Their

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colors will be gold and pink.

They have already selected their four bridesmaids and groomsmen for each side of the isle, along with their ring bearer and flower girl. Ashley is quite organized, already sending out “save the date” cards to roughly 300 people.

And, after their wedding, they plan on taking a short trip to Chicago for the weekend, with plans of taking a honeymoon in

January of 2016 to some place warm. As Mitchell said, “It doesn’t make sense to leave Minnesota during the nice days of summer, so we’re waiting to take a honeymoon vacation during the winter months.”

As they begin their lives together in marriage, Mitchell will continue a family tradition of farming in rural Preston while Ashley works at St. Mary’s Hospital as a nurse.

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adds, giggling. “It’s so sappy and sounds so funny to hear it now.

We grew up a block away from where we live now, near Creekside Park. We met each other halfway, at the park, out by the swing set. That was our first date.”

Both from Rushford, Heather graduated with the class of 2009; Kasey, the class of 2010. She is the daughter of Chad & Deanne Vix. He is the son of Curt and the late Jill Olloff. When Heather headed to Western Technical College in LaCrosse, Kasey headed to Rochester Community Technical College, but the pair stayed together. Heather graduated with a degree in massage therapy in 2011, while Kasey left RCTC to pursue a career with Bay State Milling.

“Kasey has such a humorous personality. He has always made me laugh and overall a genuine guy who puts others first,” gushes

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From swing sets to sweethearts

By Kirsten Zoellner In small towns and even smaller schools, it isn’t unheard of to find a pair of high school sweethearts.

Add in high school drama, time away at college after graduation, and a few rough patches and the pool narrows exceedingly. So, finding a couple that started as love-stuck kids, has weathered both good times and bad, and manages to come out on the other side more in love than ever makes for a great love story.

Heather Vix and Kasey Olloff met in the halls of RushfordPeterson high school the fall of 2006. “It’s a small school and we had some mutual friends and both played sports,” notes Heather. By November, the pair was officially dating, at least by high school standards. She was a sophomore and Kasey was a freshman. “Our first date was the night of the Parade of Lights in downtown Rushford,” she

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Heather. “My first impression would have to be his brown eyes and his humor.”

“My first impression of her was how gorgeous she was and how magnificent her eyes were.

Her smile made everything better,” notes Kasey.

Still, not everything has been sweet and simple for the couple.

“We’ve had our bad parts, but we kept sticking with it,” notes Heather. The hardest of these was when Kasey’s mother, Jill, passed away in April 2012, at just 48.

“We’ve had a few rough spots, but he was very close to her. His mom always joked, ‘Don’t let Heather go. Hang on to her.’”

When Kasey proposed, the couple was living in a little apartment in Winona. He had wanted to find a way for his mom to continue to be a part of their lives and their marriage journey. Eventually, last January, he decided to propose in their home, leading Heather to the spot directly in front of their private memorial to his mother, and dropping to one knee.

“It was very emotional,” adds Heather, who said yes immediately. “I had no idea it was coming, but we’ve been together for more than eight years so I was hoping it was going to be soon.”

As to the inspiration for the planning of their wedding, Heather and Kasey stress that their families have led the way.

“They’ve been pretty much the backbone of the whole thing,” adds Heather. “I don’t know what we’d do without them. It’s exciting, but it’s a lot.”

The date has been set for an autumn wedding, October 17, 2015. The ceremony will take place at 7 p.m. by candlelight in the Rushford Lutheran Church, something Heather says she’s dreamt of since she was little. “I am shooting for a vintage/chic theme with burlap, lace, wine and much more,” she enthuses.

“We won’t have a long ceremony.

We want it short and sweet, but a memory everyone will cherish.”

While Heather isn’t giving away any details of her gown, she’s eager to share the details of the rest of the day’s events.

Eight bridesmaids will look classic and elegant in candy apple red, floor length, strapless chiffon gowns, while the groomsmen are decked out in grey tuxedos with red accents. Attendants include Heather’s sister Ashley Wilkemeyer, friends Kaylee Helgemoe, Carin Hyter, Kasey Nelson, Kayla Rislove, Erika Johnson, Tracy Todd, and Amy Todd, best man Brian Eggert, Ryan Jackson, Cody Frick, Tony Christensen, Tye Carrier, Shane Kokinos, and Justin Simon.

In a unique twist, niece Brooklynn Honsey will serve as a miniature bride. “Kasey helped raised his niece Brooklyn and he asked if she could be a part of it. It was actually his idea, which I loved,” adds Heather.

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The reception will be held at the American Legion in Rushford. The couple isn’t entirely sure of the reception plans yet, but is aiming for simple drinks and hors d’oeuvres. One element the couple is excited about is a free photo booth, which Heather won on a Facebook contest.

“We’re sending out invitations, but we want to celebrate this with everyone, even those we’re not that close to,” says Heather.

“It’s a small town; people just show up, which I like.”

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couple is still leaning towards a Hawaiian honeymoon, but isn’t ruling anything out. “We’re asking around,” jokes Heather.

“We are both big on family and want our wedding to not only be about us, but to welcome everyone else into our life and give them a time they will remember,” continues Heather.

“We also want to keep in memory Jill Olloff. She was an amazing woman and would be very proud of what Kasey has accomplished, and is greatly missed.

We also want to thank both of our families for sticking by our side throughout our wonderful adventure.”

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Guy and Carey Soland

By Barb Jeffers When Guy Soland and Carey (Bergstrom) Soland first met through a mutual friend who was working as a DJ at an event in February of 2013, they had no way of knowing that they would be making beautiful music together for the rest of their lives.

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know each other better, it did not take long for both of them to know they had found something special. Guy states “it was pretty obvious we both fell for each other pretty fast” and those closest to them could also see the love the couple had for each other.

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long at all before I knew I was ready to ask her to marry me” and after six months of dating, he planned his proposal to the woman of his dreams.

After taking Carey out to his family’s cabin near Highland, Minn. in August 2013, Guy started a campfire and while Carey was enjoying the fire, he went to his truck where he had a bottle of wine and the ring.

When he came back to the

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fire he said “let’s celebrate!” and Carey looked at him strangely and said “celebrate what?” When she turned around she saw Guy down on one knee and was very surprised. Guy states “she was smiling and I was smiling - it was perfect” and after Carey said “yes” the plans for their wedding began.

The couple planned a very simple wedding, which took place on June 7, 2014 at Faith Evangelical Free Church in Austin, Minn.

Planning the wedding was not very stressful according to Carey, who says “we had our days but it could have been a lot worse”, as keeping the wedding simple saved quite a bit of stress.

Carey and Guy Soland’s wedding day went wonderfully smooth with no issues arising on their special day. 350 people attended the wedding ceremony

of two people who were obviously deep in love.

The wedding party included best men- Steve Soland and Brian Soland, matron of honor- Jennie Erickson, maid of honor- Molly Bergstrom, groomsmen - Josh Ristau, Nathan Stafki, Joe Bergstrom, Carson Bergstrom, and bridesmaids- Renee Ryan, Becky Voca, Nashia Soland, Rachael Stafki.

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ning of their lives together.

The couple first honeymooned in September 2014 by going on a trip to Nashville, Tenn. and will be taking a second honeymoon in February 2015 when they travel to Key West, Fla. Carey says that they are setting into marriage but are still in the “honeymoon phase” and with as much love as these two people have for each other, the honeymoon phase might last quite a long time. Carey states “it is fun but challenging at times, as well” which is understood by anyone who is in a marriage.

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Minn. The couple currently resides in Preston. Carey is a surgical assistant at Mayo Clinic Methodist in Rochester, Minn. and Guy is a full-time rural mail carrier working out of the post office in Lanesboro, Minn.

Guy describes Carey as “very loving, thoughtful, hard-working, family-oriented and ‘obviously beautiful’ and adds that she is very smart, very understanding, patient, courageous, trustworthy, and ends by describing her as “perfect” for him.

Carey’s description of Guy is “very patient, loving, caring, very family-oriented, a great husband who loves his wife”, and ends by saying, “he is amazing.”

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The guide to choosing groomsmen Grooms-to-be face many decisions regarding their pending nuptials, but few may prove as delicate as choosing the groomsmen for the big day. Friends who expect to be groomsmen may be disappointed if they are not ultimately chosen, while brothers may feel left out if they are not asked to walk a bridesmaid up the aisle.

Choosing groomsmen should not be taken lightly. Grooms-tobe who are facing some difficult choices with regard to that decision can follow a few pointers to ensure they make the right call.

•Pick a number. Before you even consider who you want your groomsmen to be, speak to your fiancée about how many bridesmaids she hopes to have.

The number of groomsmen and bridesmaids typically matches, so your fiancée’s intentions may make your decision a lot easier. For example, if you have two brothers and several friends you’re considering, but your fiancée only intends to have a maid of honor and one bridesmaid, then you can just ask both of your brothers to serve as groomsmen. Friends are unlikely be offended if family members get the nod ahead of them, so discuss numbers with your fiancée before you begin trimming your list of candidates. If you already have an idea of who you want to be your groomsmen but your choices outnumber your fiancée’s, see if she has anyone else she can add to her party so no one is left out.

•Choose the best man for the job. Many grooms pick a brother to serve as their best man, and while that’s a nice sentiment, it’s important that grooms recognize that being a best man carries with it some responsibility. A best man will organize the bachelor party, give a toast at the wedding and handle any post-wedding duties, such as returning the tuxes or arranging for the newlyweds’ transportation to the airport. If your brother is already incredibly busy or if you doubt he is up to the task of being a best man, then you might be better off asking him to be a groomsman and finding another best man who’s more capable of juggling the numerous responsibilities that come with being best man.

•Don’t forget your fiancée’s family. While you should not feel pressured to pick anyone in particular as your best man, if your fiancée has any brothers, ask her if she had her heart set on including any of them in the bridal party. Some brides want their brothers to be groomsmen, so discuss this with your fiancée before asking anyone to line up beside you. This discussion can go both ways as well, as you can ask your bride-to-be to include a favorite sister in her bridal party if you so desire.

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When asking friends or family members to be groomsmen, it’s best to ensure they can actually make it to the ceremony. This is a concern for grooms who are planning a destination wedding or those getting married in their fiancée’s hometown and not their own, as some guests, including potential groomsmen, may not be able to afford to attend an overseas or faraway ceremony. When asking, explain the situation to

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“Absence makes the heart grow fonder”

By Kirsten Zoellner We’ve all heard the sentiment about love and absence and it’s meant to make separation easier. Fillmore County couple Megan Boyum and Tyler Knutson may have found this true, but they also found it leads to leaning heavily on technology, phone calls, and long car trips from Lanesboro to Fargo, N.D. Round trip, it’s a meager 730 miles or more than 11 hours, driven nearly every other week for more than a year and a half.

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Tyler, 27, is a 2006 graduate from Lanesboro High School and is the son of John and Christine Knutson. He was a 2007 Rochester Community Technical College graduate and is employed as a commodities assistant at Poet Biorefining in Preston.

The couple met more than two years ago after an introduction by mutual friend Michael Graner. They kept in touch while Morgan was away at college, but initially their relationship wasn’t all sparks. “I didn’t really know who he was, but I thought he was nice. He asked me out another time, before our first date, and I actually turned him down,” admits Morgan, chuckling. “He quit talking to me!” It wasn’t long before Morgan real-

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“She was very pretty and a lot of fun to be around,” notes Tyler of his first impression of Morgan.

“She turned me down, so I quit talking to her,” he adds, before acknowledging she was worth waiting around for.

The couple had their first date two years ago last May, having a simple dinner, then sitting around talking, getting to know each other better. Morgan was away at school at NDSU, so the couple spent a year and a half growing their fondness for each other, dating long distance.

There were frequent phone calls, video calls on FaceTime, and Morgan’s monthly visits home, but eventually affection won out and Tyler took to driving to Fargo to visit. “We got to see each other about every two weeks over the last year and a half I was at school. Sometimes it was longer,” says Morgan. “I think the longest we went without seeing each other was three weeks.”

Last spring, May 16, Morgan arrived at Tyler’s house to find a bouquet of flowers on the table with a note directing her to the back lawn. Outside, on the lawn where they’d had their first kiss, Tyler was down on one knee. “I knew he had the ring, but didn’t know exactly what he had planned,” enthuses Morgan, who says she immediately said yes. Tradition is important to the couple and Tyler had already sought the blessing of both Morgan’s father and brother.

November 14, 2015 nuptials are planned. The couple will be married in the Chatfield Lutheran Church with reception to follow at the Lanesboro Community Center. “We’re not entirely sure of the details yet,” notes Morgan.

The dress has been purchased, however. Shopping with her mom, sister, and grandma, Morgan knew instantly when she’d found it. “They always say you know it’s the dress when your mom cries. That’s how I knew,” she says. Morgan is keeping all details of the dress secret. She and Tyler won’t see each other until right before the ceremony, a moment they’re planning to capture in photos.

Graner, who first introduced the couple and who has known Tyler since childhood, will serve as best man. Four other groomsmen will attend Tyler, including his two brothers, Tim and Tony, and Morgan’s older brother, Luke.

Five bridesmaids will attend Morgan, including her younger sister, Logan.

“We’ve got time to plan. We’re just looking forward to having all of our friends and family together.”

Morgan and Ty have a November 14, 2015 wedding planned.

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Engagement ring shopping guide Long before couples stand before an officiant and say, “I do,” many make another pledge to each other by getting engaged and agreeing to begin a new life together.

In a 2011 survey by from XO Group, Inc., formerly The Knot Inc., the average engagement ring costs Americans $5,200.

Canadians spend around $5,000 as well. Considering an engagement ring is typically a once-in-a-lifetime purchase, many men say the high cost is warranted and are even willing to finance the purchase or push their budgets to procure a beautiful ring.

Many engagement rings feature a 1-carat center stone with some smaller stones surrounding, accounting for a 1.4 total carat weight on average. It

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can take a groom-to-be around three months to find his (and her) ideal ring, sometimes longer. Considering a ring is such a significant investment, it pays to have some knowledge in gem selection.

Start by answering a few questions Having an idea of what you want can help anyone get a better deal, whether one is shopping for a new sofa or an engagement ring. An informed shopper can avoid being taken advantage of or buying something that really isn’t worth the asking price.

The 4 Cs is a good place for shoppers to get started. Various attributes affect the value, quality and beauty of a diamond. The 4 Cs stand for cut, color, clarity, and carat weight. The cut refers

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to the shape of the stone as well as the skill involved in achieving the shape of the facets so that it reflects the light brilliantly. The color is designated by the International Gemological Institute.

The grading color in a diamond determines how closely a diamond’s color approaches colorlessness. The diamond will be assigned a letter grade. The lower the letter in the alphabet, the whiter the stone. Clarity refers to the amount, size, type, and location of internal flaws in a diamond, also known as inclusions. The cost of the diamond increases when there are fewer inclusions in the stone. Finally, the carat weight is the size and weight of the stone. The larger the stone, the more pricey it can be.

Another question to ask is which style of ring your girlfriend prefers? Your fiancee-tobe may have a certain setting style and diamond shape preference. It pays to know what she wants, including the type of setting the stone will be encased in. You should also know whether she will be happy with a larger stone that may have some imperfections not easily seen to the naked eye or a smaller, flawless stone.

Know your budget Many expenses are associated with planning a wedding, and some couples may not want to begin their lives together in debt. This may need to be factored in to the decision-making process. You should go to jewelry stores to price out different styles and see how diamonds compare. This way you will have an accurate idea of just how much rings cost.

Carefully consider your options. Having an intimate knowledge of what your girlfriend will want can help you to narrow down something that is reasonable.

It also pays to understand a jeweler’s return policy. Even if you may know what she likes, in the event that the ring doesn’t work out, find out if the style can be changed or if you can get a refund or make an exchange.

Other tips for savings success There are ways to maximize your budget and still end up with a beautiful stone.

•Ask for a stone that is slightly less than the next carat, for example 0.9 instead of one carat. This nearly indiscernible difference can add up to substantial savings. Experts say the price difference between a 1.90 carat diamond and a 2.0 carat diamond can be as much as $5,000. Also, choose a stone that has more surface area, which will make it appear larger even if it does not have as much sparkle.

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•If she prefers the look of platinum, realize white gold, silver or tungsten are more affordable options and will still give off that silvery hue she desires.

Mixed gold colors, including white, pink and yellow, can be unique.

•Try to buy a loose diamond.

You can inspect the entire stone and then shop around for an acceptable setting. This can save you money in the long run by buying the ring elements separately.

•Get a part-time job at a jewelry store. This way you may be eligible for an employee discount and can put the savings toward the ring.

•Don’t shy away from a warehouse store for a good deal on rings. As long as the diamond is to your liking and follows the

requirements of the 4 Cs that you desire, it should not matter where the ring was purchased.

•Make sure the store is accredited by the Jewelers of America or is a member of the Gemological Institute of America. This way you know you are buying from a reputable source and the diamonds were acquired ethically.

•Negotiate the price. Just because it is jewelry doesn’t mean you can’t comparison shop and find out if another jeweler will match a competitor’s offer. Many stores will be willing to negotiate if it means making a sale.

An engagement ring is a large purchase that requires ample forethought. Following some guidelines can yield the results couples desire.

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Baited with a blind date

By Jason Sethre This isn’t your typical angler’s story. It’s a love story for anglers.

The Panos’ of Decorah, mutual friends of Andy Kelly and Mindy Berns, set up a blind date between the two future Mister and Misses.

In October 2010, Andy and Mindy went out on a blind date.

It went well in spite of the fact that Mindy didn’t even get to see Andy on their first date.

“I didn’t even know what he looked like on our first date, because I didn’t have my contacts in,” said Mindy. “So, literally, it was a blind date.”

On their second date, she wore her contacts, and she must have liked what she saw.

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tionship, Mindy said she could see herself with Andy forever.

It was a match made in Heaven. Andy has always been a man’s man, enjoying the outdoors in all regards. And, Mindy is the same way.

They both love fishing, camping and other outdoor activities. “He’s a pretty avid fisherman and outdoorsman,” shared Mindy.

“I’ve always been an outdoors person, as well. I love to fish,” she shared.

And, so these two anglers became quite the catch for each other.

Dropping the anchor So, after four years of dating, it appeared to be time to drop the anchor and fish together for life.

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On December 21, 2014, the Sunday before Christmas, Andy decided that this was the day he would pop the question.

They were enjoying the warmth of their indoor fireplace at their home in rural Lanesboro, when they decided to exchange Christmas gifts. With the fireplace roaring, their two dogs by their side, and the movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer playing in the background, the stage was set for a proposal. But, how was Andy going to roll out the red carpet for a moment they would both remember forever?

As Mindy began to unwrap her gift from Andy, she realized he was being a jokester -- not uncommon for Andy.

She unwrapped a large box, and found another box wrapped inside that box. She continued to unwrap a smaller box found inside of each gift-wrapped box.

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And, this went on for quite awhile. Mindy had no idea what she’d find inside. She figured that this was something Andy would do to be funny, as usual.

But, deep within this Chinese box structure of git boxes was a ring. And, when she arrived at the final box containing the ring, Andy proposed.

Of course, she said yes.

Sharing a tacklebox On September 15, 2015, Andy Kelly and Mindy Berns will find unity in marriage during a traditional Lutheran wedding ceremony and reception celebrated in the area where Mindy grew up.

Andy grew up in rural Lanesboro, where they will reside. And, Mindy is a Waukon girl.

So, with Mindy’s grandparents, Richard and Pat Hansmeier, having a cabin on their farm in rural Waukon, they have the perfect setting for their big day.

And, for this outdoor wedding, while the proposal just happened less than five weeks ago, Mindy has everything figured out. The colors will be emerald green and blush pink cream with gold accents.

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They have already selected members of their wedding party, with six on each side. And, Mindy will have two usherettes while Andy will have two ushers.

They are planning for a big wedding with roughly 300 people invited for the ceremony and reception. Others will be welcome to attend the reception, as well, which will take place at Nob Hill in Decorah. Andy’s sister, Amy, will be their photographer. And, DJ Dewey will take care of the music.

While the Andy and Mindy have only been working on their wedding plans for about five weeks, September will come soon. Mindy said she has almost everything dialed in, but there

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are still a few details to iron out for the big day.

And, after exchanging nuptials, they are going to hold off on their honeymoon trip. Andy has a fishing trip planned right after their wedding.

Mindy said she is hoping they can go back to Mexico. The happy couple joined Andy’s parents for a trip to Mexico last year. They would like to go back again soon.

As they look forward to their future together, sharing a tacklebox on fishing trips, Mindy will continue to work at Shear Wonders in Decorah as a beautician while Andy works at Kelly Printing & Signs in Preston as a graphic designer.

For the moment, they have no solid plans for having children right away. “But, whatever happens, happens,” said Mindy.

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Toasting the bride and groom at a wedding reception is a responsibility that typically falls on the shoulders of the bride’s father as well as the best man and the maid of honor. Though it is an honor to give a wedding toast, it also can be nerve-wracking, as no one wants to give a toast that’s memorable for all the wrong reasons.

While the best toasts are often those that veer off the beaten path, coming from the heart rather than from a how-to guide found on the Internet, there is a certain formula men and women can follow to ensure their toasts cover all of the appropriate bases without offending the bridal party or fellow guests.

•Acknowledge the guests.

Families are more geographically diverse than ever before, so more and more weddings host guests who come from far and wide to celebrate with happy couples on their wedding days. It’s customary for men and women making wedding toasts to acknowledge the guests, thanking them for being there. This is often a great way for best men and maids of honor to break the ice and

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•Explain your relationship to the bride and/or groom. Best men and maids of honor should devote a portion of their toasts to explaining their personal relationships with the bride and/or groom. Introduce yourself and explain how you met the bride or groom. Oftentimes, such stories have a comical twist that can further calm your nerves.

•Aim for a jovial toast. Wedding toasts are typically given at the wedding reception, when guests and the bridal party are ready to celebrate. Such an atmosphere lends itself to a jovial toast wherein best men and maids of honor focus on happy times with the bride and groom. Tell a funny anecdote that illustrates the special bond you have with the bride or groom. When choosing a story to tell, remember to keep things appropriate for guests of all ages, including young children.

•Steer clear of alcohol before giving your toast. Many people overindulge in alcohol at wedding receptions, but best men and maids of honor should avoid consuming alcohol until after they have toasted the bride and groom. Horror stories about drunken, inappropriate wedding toasts may seem more like an urban legend than a legitimate possibility, but the tendency for alcohol to lower people’s inhibitions makes it dangerous for men and women to consume it before giving their toasts.

•Give your best wishes to the bride and groom before raising your glass. Raising your glass to toast the bride and groom is often the last step before your toasting duties officially end.

But before you raise your glass, remember to offer your best wishes to both the bride and groom. Once those sentiments have been expressed, ask the guests to raise their glasses and toast the newlyweds.

Toasting happy couples at their wedding receptions can be stressful for best men and maids of honor who are unaccustomed to speaking in front of large groups of people. But following a certain formula and speaking from the heart will ensure such toasts go off without a hitch.

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