Mark and MiKayla's Wedding Reception

The reception was held in a 140' x 40' tent for 350 guests. And this was a group that knew how to have fun! 

(If you've missed the wedding prep or family portraits, please click here and here.)

Congratulations, newlyweds!

Janice and Doug Johnson

Grandma Betty Bruner

Brittany Schwans, sister of MiKayla

And a great speech - in three parts! - by Lance.

Now things get a little crazy! 

The dance did not start until 9:00, just as the sun was setting, but it continued until well past 2:00. 

It's official! 

(Thanks for letting us be a witness to your marriage. We won't let you down!) 

Along with Sarah and Travis, our contribution to the newlyweds was a beautiful piece of wall art for their new home/small business. I'm excited for a drink at the new place. See you soon!

Mark and MiKayla's Wedding Portraits

After all the wedding prep, it's time for a few portraits. Based on my secret side shots, I think their (official) wedding photographer is going to have a few keepers! The barn and fields provide such a nice backdrop for photos.

Brothers

Mother of the groom, Janice Johnson, with Mark

I just love the look from MiKayla's sister Brittany, the maid of honor.

Fathers of the bride (Jay, left) and groom (Doug, right)

Johnson Family Portrait, l to r: Doug and Janice Johnson, Mark and MiKayla Johnson, Adam and Nicole Johnson, Sarah and Travis Hostler

Sarah (Johnson) Hostler, sister of the groom

Pastor Max

Congratulations, MiKayla! Welcome to the Johnson Family. It's super awesome!

Mark and MiKayla's Wedding Prep

Adam's brother Mark and his lovely wife MiKayla married last weekend at the Johnson family home just outside Mitchell, SD. The preparation for the event was a year in the making, as the fields were mowed, dead trees were cleared, and flowers were planted in anticipation of the big day. Even the barn received a fresh coat of paint. Mark and MiKayla definitely put in their time for this one, and it showed. The wedding and reception were beautiful.

Mark and MiKayla at the wedding rehearsal

The morning of the wedding, Saturday, June 23

Sorry, requisite TJ pic, this time running full-speed through the fields.

Photos from the planning and preparation stages

Tux, worried all day about MiKayla 

Hand-made fabric bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids

The ever-helpful TJ, especially talented at clearing ice cubes.