Kinast Connection

6.28.2017

Hello everyone,

As I believe you are probably are all aware Tyson and I are all engaged. He asked me on April 3rd with the help of all five dogs.

Gus delivered a note Tyson had written (a new task/trick we had been working on and I had not suspected anything to do with engagement or marriage), Lauren had the ring attached to her collar and Clark, Barnabas and Clifford wore bandannas that said "Will you marry Dad please?".

As I think you all know (at least I hope our save the dates e-vites worked :D ) we are getting married on November 4th at the Hesston Arboretum. The ceremony is going to small. It's just going to be our two family's and two friends each. My therapist, Dr. Beth, is going to be our officiant. So for those of you who have yet to meet her you will get the privilege at the wedding!

My bridemaids will be my good friend from Chicago, Katie, and of course Theresa. Tyson has asked a friend from middle school and a friend from college to be his groommen. Gus is going to walk me down the aisle (with my father) and stand with me at the alter and Lauren will be standing with Tyson at the alter. Barnabas and Clark are going to be our ushers (with help of course. :D). Clifford will be staying home because of his anxiety unfortunately.

I found my dress surprisingly quickly. Mother, Theresa and I just went to look at dresses and I ended up deciding I wanted the second one I tried on. I'm very excited about it. Right now our colors are navy and burgundy. Our flowers are going to be mostly sunflowers. We will have a light supper after the wedding. My main goal is for it to be casual and relaxed. I want the day to be special and having family there is most important to me.

In other news, Tyson and I were featured in a story in the HutchNews. It was supposed to be a story about our dog training business however as soon as the reporter heard about how Tyson and I met I had a feeling the story was going to be different and it was....as you can see if you click on the link.

Finally, Tyson and I are in the process of purchasing a house. There are more inspections to be done and we won't know for sure until we finally close in August but here is the link to the listing (the pending offer is us!!!). It is right across from the library children's department. The inside is hardwood floors and has original light fixtures, wood working and many other antique features. It's in great shape and we are excited and nervous for the next few weeks.

Here are a few pictures from our engagement!