March 8, 2008
St. Luke's United Methodist Church
The Skirvin Hotel, Grand Ballroom
The Future Soderbergs
13 October 2007
The Wedding Party
Officiant:
Matt Stuemky
Bride's Party:
Jordan Johnston , Maid Of Honor -- Cousin of the Bride
Meredith Tipton , Matron of Honor -- Sister-In-Law of the Bride
Lindsay Soderberg , Bridesmaid -- Sister of the Groom
Lisa Reichardt , Bridesmaid -- Friend of the Bride
Amanda Jannitz , Bridesmaid -- Cousin of the Bride
Allison Llewelyn , Bridesmaid -- Friend of the Bride
Groom's Party:
Chad Stoerner , Best Man -- Friend of the Groom
Trey Tipton , Groomsman -- Brother of the Bride
Daniel Narviez , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
Jason Fuller , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
Timothy Zacharias , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
Matt Stuemky
Bride's Party:
Jordan Johnston , Maid Of Honor -- Cousin of the Bride
Meredith Tipton , Matron of Honor -- Sister-In-Law of the Bride
Lindsay Soderberg , Bridesmaid -- Sister of the Groom
Lisa Reichardt , Bridesmaid -- Friend of the Bride
Amanda Jannitz , Bridesmaid -- Cousin of the Bride
Allison Llewelyn , Bridesmaid -- Friend of the Bride
Groom's Party:
Chad Stoerner , Best Man -- Friend of the Groom
Trey Tipton , Groomsman -- Brother of the Bride
Daniel Narviez , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
Jason Fuller , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
Timothy Zacharias , Groomsman -- Friend of the Groom
About the Bride
Amanda graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a BA in English: Writing. She is currently a Conceptual Editor at an international publishing house based out of Oklahoma.
Her very favorite color is Hot Pink, and her very favorite person is Grant Edmund Soderberg.
Although wedding planning has been an adventure, she's enjoying every minute of it.
She loves the Lord and is so thankful that He gave her Grant--she can NOT wait to be his bride!
Her very favorite color is Hot Pink, and her very favorite person is Grant Edmund Soderberg.
Although wedding planning has been an adventure, she's enjoying every minute of it.
She loves the Lord and is so thankful that He gave her Grant--she can NOT wait to be his bride!
About the Groom
A student at Texas A&M University, Grant transferred to OCU to study music. He subsequently fell in love with Oklahoma....wait, just kidding!
Grant graduated from OCU with a BS in Political Science. He is currently working in the Edmond area as a Wealth Management Advisor.
A sweetheart of a man, Grant's cool head, loyalty, and impressive presence impact everyone who meets him. But don't let him fool you!! Under that polished exterior is a goofy boy who just wants everyone to have fun.
Grant has never met a stranger; just ask his parents about his people meeting skills as a toddler!
Grant is a strong leader whose greatest desire is to protect those he loves.
Grant graduated from OCU with a BS in Political Science. He is currently working in the Edmond area as a Wealth Management Advisor.
A sweetheart of a man, Grant's cool head, loyalty, and impressive presence impact everyone who meets him. But don't let him fool you!! Under that polished exterior is a goofy boy who just wants everyone to have fun.
Grant has never met a stranger; just ask his parents about his people meeting skills as a toddler!
Grant is a strong leader whose greatest desire is to protect those he loves.
The Engagement
To begin the story, we must start at Thanksgiving.
After a long discussion regarding Christmas plans, the pair realized their differing holiday expectations. Amanda expected for them to spend Christmas with their own respective families, yet Grant expected them to spend Christmas together. Finally, in extreme exasperation, he "let it slip" that there might be a specific reason why he wanted to spend Christmas morning with her.
From then on, Amanda expected the proposal to occur on Christmas morning.
In mid December, Amanda graduated from college and moved out away from campus. Still surrounded by overflowing boxes, she received a call from Grant informing her of a work-related dinner they had to go to the next day.
Fighting frustration (she hadn't even had a chance to do laundry in between finals, graduation, and moving!), she was ready to go at five on the appointed evening, December 21st. He picked her up, then casually mentioned that the dinner wasn't until eight.
Sensing Amanda's growing irritation (after all, she did hurry to get ready on time!), he told her they would stop off on the way there. "As a thank you," he said, "for going with me to this dinner on last minute notice." Soon they arrived at the Chickasha Festival of Lights, one of Amanda's favorite holiday events.
As they approached the entrance, Grant told her they would drive through the display, since it was so cold. The next thing Amanda knew, the car was parked and Grant was climbing out of the car. He led her through the park, encouraging her that they might as well enjoy it...the road was so blocked with cars it would take too long to drive through.
They walked around a bit, enjoying the special displays of lights. Christmas lights are Amanda's absolute favorite.
They headed towards the lighted bridge. Grant stopped Amanda; a gentle glow building behind his deep eyes. He told her that he wanted to give Amanda her Christmas present early.
He handed her a long, rectangular package. She unwrapped it to find a hot pink Bible with the name "Amanda Soderberg" engraved on it. She opened the cover and found he had written pages about how much he loved her. The last line read, "Amanda, will you..."
She looked up to see him at eye level, lowered to one knee.
He said many sweet and amazing things, which she will always cherish but never remember! The moment was a blur as he put the most beautiful diamond she's ever seen on her finger.
After snapping a few photos--with the multiple congratulations from the passerbys punctuating the air--he herded Amanda back to the car, reminding her about his work dinner. Along the drive, he quizzed her on who she was meeting. He even took her phone away so that they could talk!
Although she was getting madder and madder by the moment, since she couldn't even talk to her parents, Grant was able to keep her calmed down.
When they got to the restaurant, Grant barged right in. Amanda even apologized to the hostess! But as the pair turned the corner, there stood his and her families...waiting to celebrate the engagement with them!
It was the most magical night of both of their lives!
After a long discussion regarding Christmas plans, the pair realized their differing holiday expectations. Amanda expected for them to spend Christmas with their own respective families, yet Grant expected them to spend Christmas together. Finally, in extreme exasperation, he "let it slip" that there might be a specific reason why he wanted to spend Christmas morning with her.
From then on, Amanda expected the proposal to occur on Christmas morning.
In mid December, Amanda graduated from college and moved out away from campus. Still surrounded by overflowing boxes, she received a call from Grant informing her of a work-related dinner they had to go to the next day.
Fighting frustration (she hadn't even had a chance to do laundry in between finals, graduation, and moving!), she was ready to go at five on the appointed evening, December 21st. He picked her up, then casually mentioned that the dinner wasn't until eight.
Sensing Amanda's growing irritation (after all, she did hurry to get ready on time!), he told her they would stop off on the way there. "As a thank you," he said, "for going with me to this dinner on last minute notice." Soon they arrived at the Chickasha Festival of Lights, one of Amanda's favorite holiday events.
As they approached the entrance, Grant told her they would drive through the display, since it was so cold. The next thing Amanda knew, the car was parked and Grant was climbing out of the car. He led her through the park, encouraging her that they might as well enjoy it...the road was so blocked with cars it would take too long to drive through.
They walked around a bit, enjoying the special displays of lights. Christmas lights are Amanda's absolute favorite.
They headed towards the lighted bridge. Grant stopped Amanda; a gentle glow building behind his deep eyes. He told her that he wanted to give Amanda her Christmas present early.
He handed her a long, rectangular package. She unwrapped it to find a hot pink Bible with the name "Amanda Soderberg" engraved on it. She opened the cover and found he had written pages about how much he loved her. The last line read, "Amanda, will you..."
She looked up to see him at eye level, lowered to one knee.
He said many sweet and amazing things, which she will always cherish but never remember! The moment was a blur as he put the most beautiful diamond she's ever seen on her finger.
After snapping a few photos--with the multiple congratulations from the passerbys punctuating the air--he herded Amanda back to the car, reminding her about his work dinner. Along the drive, he quizzed her on who she was meeting. He even took her phone away so that they could talk!
Although she was getting madder and madder by the moment, since she couldn't even talk to her parents, Grant was able to keep her calmed down.
When they got to the restaurant, Grant barged right in. Amanda even apologized to the hostess! But as the pair turned the corner, there stood his and her families...waiting to celebrate the engagement with them!
It was the most magical night of both of their lives!
12 October 2007
The Beginning
If ever there was a story of God's Providence, that story would be the love story of Amanda Webb & Grant Soderberg.
Both graduated from high school in 2002. Grant found himself at Texas A&M, Amanda at OU--both studying Finance.
Fall 2004 revealed that both Amanda and Grant were in need of change. While Grant was auditioning at OCU in Oklahoma City, Amanda was in Australia, planning her move to attend Hillsong Bible College. At the last minute she changed her mind and...found herself at OCU in mid-January.
In a five-person Theory & Aural Skills class, Musical Theater major Grant Soderberg and Vocal Performance major Amanda Webb met. He cornered her every day after class, not only talking but asking her many questions. She knew he was going to ask her out. A week later, he finally did. It was the most perfect date Amanda had ever been on!!
A few weeks later, on February 10, 2005, Grant kissed Amanda--just a little peck as they exited a concert Grant had given at school. Both felt the immediate spark. Grant asked her, "What are you thinking?"
Feeling like her stomach was in her throat, Amanda responded. "That you are the man I'm going to marry."
Grant didn't say much; he led her to his car. As soon as he climbed in, he grabbed her hands and prayed over their relationship and future. After he finished, he told her he felt the same way.
They've been together ever since! :)
Both graduated from high school in 2002. Grant found himself at Texas A&M, Amanda at OU--both studying Finance.
Fall 2004 revealed that both Amanda and Grant were in need of change. While Grant was auditioning at OCU in Oklahoma City, Amanda was in Australia, planning her move to attend Hillsong Bible College. At the last minute she changed her mind and...found herself at OCU in mid-January.
In a five-person Theory & Aural Skills class, Musical Theater major Grant Soderberg and Vocal Performance major Amanda Webb met. He cornered her every day after class, not only talking but asking her many questions. She knew he was going to ask her out. A week later, he finally did. It was the most perfect date Amanda had ever been on!!
A few weeks later, on February 10, 2005, Grant kissed Amanda--just a little peck as they exited a concert Grant had given at school. Both felt the immediate spark. Grant asked her, "What are you thinking?"
Feeling like her stomach was in her throat, Amanda responded. "That you are the man I'm going to marry."
Grant didn't say much; he led her to his car. As soon as he climbed in, he grabbed her hands and prayed over their relationship and future. After he finished, he told her he felt the same way.
They've been together ever since! :)
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