Historically, June has been the most popular month for weddings, and many ideas offer explanations for its matrimonial popularity. For example, the month of June derives its name from Juno, the Roman goddess known as the protector of women in all aspects of life, but especially in marriage and childbearing. Given those connections, it was thought that couples who married in June would be blessed with prosperity and happiness.

An anonymous poem further claims "Marry when June roses grow, over land and sea you'll go." Although that proverb doesn't exactly capture Katelynne Eslick's life, she is...