Occupation 

Patient Care Coordinator

Education

Associate’s Degree

Hobby

Reading & Gardening 

Favorite Food

Chicken Alfredo

Favorite Music

Country

Favorite TV Show

Yellowstone & Friends

Favorite Holiday

Christmas

Our Story

We first met through our local 4-H Club, though we didn’t realize it at the time. Spencer was a close friend of my brother Cody, so it was only a matter of time before our paths crossed again. One day while Spencer was visiting our farm, we started talking and instantly clicked.

After a few “accidental” run-ins, Spencer finally asked me out. Our first date was at Texas Roadhouse, followed by a hike to a lookout tower where we shared our first kiss.

A few years later, on our dating anniversary, Spencer proposed with “Will you marry me?” engraved on a spoon I was using to eat a Dairy Queen Blizzard. That spring, we broke ground on building our home together.

We were married in May 2021 on an unusually hot Wisconsin day. The ceremony was at our church, and the reception took place at a local historic museum. Due to the pandemic, we kept it small—just 50 guests—but being surrounded by our closest family and friends made it all the more special.

Our Home

We built our home in 2018. It's a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom open-concept ranch home. Spencer's cousin was the general contractor, while Spencer and his dad, who is a plumber, handled all the plumbing work. Amanda's uncle, a talented cabinet maker, custom-built the cabinets, and Spencer helped with their installation. We took on many of the projects ourselves, from tiling the floors to staining the woodwork and completing the landscaping.

Our backyard has a patio with a pergola, perfectly positioned to enjoy stunning sunsets over the valley. With a spacious one-acre yard, there's plenty of room for children to run and play. Our home is located in a quiet subdivision of 18 houses, each on one-acre lots, offering privacy and safety-an ideal setting to raise a family. 

We live in a rural township with around 1,900 residents, nestled in an agricultural community just 20 minutes from two larger cities. Our town hall has a playground, soccer field, and half basketball court, making it a great gathering spot for families. We’re also lucky to have about 5,000 acres of state forest, offering hiking and skiing trails, and the county marsh wildlife area spans over 14,000 acres, perfect for exploring nature.

Our community is close-knit, with an active 4-H club that organizes a variety of activities for youth, helping to build strong ties and a sense of belonging.

We love visiting zoos, especially one that spans 130 acres and allows nearly 800 animals to live in large natural habitats. We also enjoy museums, annual festivals, fairs, and local fire department picnics. We look forward to sharing these traditions with a child and creating special memories together.

I am the oldest of three siblings. I have a younger brother and sister who are twins. My parents have been married for 37 years, and my sister has been married for a year. She and her husband live about 20 minutes away in the same small town as Amanda's brother and sister-in-law. My parents and brother live just ten minutes away from us, and we often stop by to visit them and their dog, Sheldon.

As of now, my parents only have "grand dogs," so they are ecstatic for their first grandchild. It goes without saying that they are looking forward to being called grandma and grandpa.

I have uncles and cousins who live in the area, as well as a grandmother, an aunt, and an uncle, along with one cousin who lives about two hours away. Additionally, I have another aunt and two cousins who live in Michigan. Overall, most of my family lives within an hour of us.

Amanda's Family

My family and I are very close. It consists of my parents, who have been married for 34 years, and my younger brother, who is also married. My brother and sister-in-law live about twenty minutes away, and we usually see each other once or twice a week. My parents are excited to become grandparents, as this will be their first grandchild. They look forward to celebrating birthdays and holidays with them and sharing in the joy that comes with it. Additionally, they are thrilled to introduce their grandchild to life on the farm.

I have a very large extended family that includes my grandparents, aunts, uncles, and many cousins with younger children. I feel fortunate that all of our extended family members live in the same state, allowing us to see each other frequently throughout the year for small gatherings and holidays.

Spencer & Amanda - A Look Into Our Life

Family Traditions

We love celebrating holidays with both of our families. Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas are always spent together, and with Amanda's family, we also celebrate Mother's and Father's Day. One of the highlights on Spencer's side is the annual 4th of July family reunion—this year was the 75th! We also host our own barbecue and fireworks show at home for family, friends, and neighbors.

In the fall, we make fresh applesauce and pies and grow pumpkins to decorate and carve for Halloween. Our neighborhood goes all out for trick-or-treating, and we love seeing the kids' costumes.

At Christmas, we spend Christmas Eve with Amanda’s grandparents, then Christmas Day with Spencer’s family for lunch and Amanda’s large extended family for dinner—over 100 relatives in total! At home, we decorate a tree, enjoy visits from the Elf on the Shelf, and drive through the local park’s light display.

Our Godchildren

We love spending time with the children in our lives. Earlier this year, our close friends Kayla and Brett asked Spencer and me to be the godparents of their daughter, Cora, ad we were thrilled to say yes! We've been cherishing our time with her, enjoying baby snuggles as we begin to form a special bond. Cora has an older brother, Leo, who we're also close with. We often watch Leo when his parents need a sitter and love seeing him grow. We feel truly honored to be part of their lives in this meaningful way.

Since Amanda was seventeen, she has been the godmother to her cousin Gage when he was born. Sixteen years later, Gage is now driving and playing varsity football. Spencer and I enjoy attending his games and celebrating milestones in his life as he grows into a young adult.

Life On The Farm

Amanda's parents own and operate a dairy farm where they raise heifers, just 4.8 miles from our home. We both love helping on the farm, especially during the harvest season. Spencer is always hands-on, helping operate and repair equipment when needed. We have our family garden, where everyone pitches in to grow a variety of vegetables and pumpkins for fall decorating. In addition, we raise our own livestock, which provides us with meat for the year.

The farm is more than just a place to work; it's where we spend quality family time, sharing meals and enjoying each other's company while helping with the daily tasks that keep it running. 

Adventures

As a couple, we love exploring new places and experiencing different cultures. Traveling to new destinations and creating lasting memories together is one of our favorite things to do. In our home state of Wisconsin, we enjoy visiting Door County and exploring the beautiful state parks scattered throughout the area. Nationally, we've had the pleasure of visiting both the Smoky Mountains and the Rocky Mountains, with the Smokies being our favorite so far.

We're passionate about the outdoors, whether it's hiking through a national park or taking a scenic tour, and we're excited to share these adventures with a child one day. We can't wait to introduce them to the beauty of the Smoky Mountains and our love for Dollywood.