Editor's Pick This Omaha couple's fall wedding had them dancing into a new life together Marjie Ducey Omaha World-Herald Dec 18, 2023 Dec 18, 2023 0 1 of 2 Lindsey and her father, Brad Beard, did a mashup of songs and dances for the father-daughter dance. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Their wedding reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Marjie Ducey Omaha World-Herald September is a big month for Matt Pohren and his bride, Dr. Lindsey Beard Pohren.kAm%96J 925 E96:C 7:CDE 52E6 2E q6?D@? qC6H6CJ @? $6AE] af[ a_`h[ 27E6C >66E:?8 @? E96 52E:?8 2AA qF>3=6] xE =2DE65 >@C6 E92? 7:G6 9@FCD]k^Am Matt surprised Lindsey with a proposal at Lauritzen Gardens. 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MADELINE MILLER PHOTO The accessories. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO First-look photos. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Sharing a moment before the wedding. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Lindsey's bouquet. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO A moment with mom and dad. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Here comes the bride. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Setting the scene at the reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Flip flops to wear during the dancing. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO New shoes for all. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Groomsmen in their new shoes. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Fun wedding gear. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Cutting the cake. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Fun at the reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO The reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Lindsey and Matt took some dance lessons. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO The father-daughter dance. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO A wall of memories. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Donuts were served at the reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Ice cream toppings at the reception. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO The gift station. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Family photos. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Family time. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Matt with the parents. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO Family photos. MADELINE MILLER PHOTO 0 Comments Locations Lincoln Stay up-to-date on what's happening Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Matt and Lindsey's wedding Matt and Lindsey's wedding
