Katie + Blaine: Married

It has been a year since a boy from Minnesota and a girl from Kansas said, “I do.” 365 calendar days since family and friends gathered round in celebration of the couple, who first were first matched through an online dating site, promised forever.  12 months since the dreams of forever for the girl, who bravely ventured to the Twin Cities for their first encounter, came true with the boy who left his dogs, his family, and his home to start a new one with her.

One year ago today, we celebrated as Katie + Blaine became husband and wife.  Today, we celebrate the joy, love, and happiness that one year has brought.  Today, we celebrate one of life’s greatest gifts: the ability to love another and accept their love in return. And today, we celebrate the many more joys and triumphs that life will bring for this sweet couple.

Here is a look back at the day where the overflowing love remains fresh in our hearts and our minds.

Many of the preparation for the day took place at Katie’s parent’s house.  We were surrounded by memories,  mementos, and moments that stole our hearts.
Katie + Blaine lit up when seeing each other for the fist time.  Then Katie brought out her uber cute nose wrinkle smile and it was ON!Helllllooo hydrangeas!  You are my very favorite.  Especially when paired with good-looking, delightful, impeccably dressed company. Katie + Blaine: we were so privileged to share in your love.   You two set an example of how to love one another by your every thought, word, and action.  We know that when Baby Butenhoff arrives in just a couple of weeks, he or she will be loved abundantly bytwo individuals who make one great team.  We wish you all the happiness that this world and the next has to offer.

Love,
Pete + Emily

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