Caelie & Kevin
Wedding Party
Natalie Pine
Maid of Honor
Who would of thought that I would meet my very best friend just by complimenting her dress and her saying we should grab coffee! Natalie not only has of the kindest souls I have ever encountered - she is fearless, loving, and overall whimsical. Though our friendship only started a few years ago, I feel like I have known her for my entire life! I couldn't have picked a better Maid of Honor and more importantly, a best friend,
Tom Vander Velde
Best Man
A man could not ask for a better brother and best man than this guy right here. Tom and I have shared everything growing up and I could not be more excited to share this special day with him. I can always count on Tom to have my back and help me in any way possible. He is a true man of Christ and I have learned so much from him. There is nothing stronger than family and I am so blessed to have a brother like Tom and for him to be my best man.
Joy Bleiker
Bridesmaid
A name that holds true to her overall persona- my Joy! My dear friend who I can share the most serious moments with to my Disney-loving fanatic who gets just as excited about Disney World as I do. I couldn't have been more blessed to meet her and I am so excited that she gets to join me in celebrating the sacrament of marriage!
Nick Kelso
Groomsman
My brother from another mother! I am so lucky to have a cousin like Nick to look up to. I have learned a lot about how to love by watching how he lives life. I can always count on Nick to go see the newest blockbuster or to have the latest movie news. Nick has a heart of gold and I thank God all the time for such an awesome cousin.
Jessica Hogan
Bridesmaid
Blessed with the sweetest little sister, I am so excited that Jessica said yes to being my bridesmaid! Always willing to give me fashion advice, talk with me about Taylor Swift, or just grab a cup of coffee at Starbucks. Jessica has one of the biggest hearts I have ever met and I am so thankful to God for blessing me with such a kind and loving sister!
Aravind Jagadeesan
Groomsman
LUC! Aravind was one of the first friends I made at Loyola my freshman year and has been one of the truest friends I have ever had. Whether it's a late night run to Star Grill or needing some advice, Aravind is always someone I can count on. He's always good for a laugh and he understands my crazy obsession with Star Wars and Lord of the Rings. The Force is strong with this guy!
Sarah Hogan
Bridesmaid
My Sarah... My first little sister and my first best friend. Sarah is the type of sister/friend we all need in our lives. She's honest, she's hilarious, and she's humble all at the same time. What I love about Sarah is she will always make time for anyone- If I call her to talk about something, no matter if she's busy or not, I quickly find that a "quick phone call" turns into an hour (or more) conversation. I love this girl like no other and I'm so excited that she'll be with me to celebrate my wedding!
Scott Carlson
Groomsman
It's not hard for friends to become family and spending half of my life at the Carlson's house makes it easier! Scott has been an amazing friend since the grade school years. You can always count on him to throw the best parties and to make a McDonald's run at any time of day or night! He's been there through the good and the bad and you can always count on him for a laugh! Good friendships come and go, but great friendships last a lifetime.
Hannah Taylor
Bridesmaid
My dearest and oldest friend... I still remember you moving into my kindergarten class and being excited because I knew the new kid already! (Thank you, Sunday school!) I remember your dad calling mine and asking if we'd like to be on a softball team together... I remember the giant slip n slide that your family always created during the summer - how we'd spend endless hours at your house, either watching "Splash!" or playing on the trampoline. As we grew up, I love that we didn't drift apart - how I could call you and we'd go on drives and even now - you can come over and we talk for HOURS! So thankful for our long-lasting friendship!
Blake Butkiewicz
Groomsman
There's something special about a friendship that starts in Kindergarten and lasts the rest of your life. Blake is another one of those friends who I couldn't imagine life without. I can always count on Blake to tell it like it is and to be honest with me. He always has the best stories and knows how to keep life interesting! He is the definition of a true friend and I am blessed to call him one!
Lauren Vander Velde
Bridesmaid
Sweet Lauren, the first night I met you, you said to me (after I said yes to being Kevin's girlfriend) "I've always wanted a sister!" and my heart was filled with more joy than you know. I prayed since I was little that my future husband would have a little sister that I would be close with - and I think it goes without saying that our relationship shows that that prayer was brought to fruition. You're an absolute blessing to have in my life and I couldn't have asked for a better sister in law- who also happens to double as one of my best friends!
Andrew Dolan
Groomsman
A lot of great friendships start when we are young and grow stronger as we get older and Dolan is no exception. Having been friends since grade school, I can always count on Dolan for a great conversation! From giving great advice to just talking about life, Dolan always knows how to be a great friend. There's no one else I would rather share this day with and I am so thankful to have a friend like him!
Shelby Lingeman
Bridesmaid
Filled with wisdom, grace, knowledge, and a lot of coffee, this sweet friend of mine helped shape me into the Christian that I am today. Never one to shy away from prayer, Shelby is the sweet and sassy friend that I really needed to get me through the last few years of college. Shelby, I cherish our mornings spent at the apartment kitchen table - reading the Word, listening to music that only your cool self could find, and sipping on amazing French pressed coffee. I'm so thankful that our friendship didn't stop after college and that you said yes to standing up with me on the most important day of my life!
Ellie Baugher
Bridesmaid
I had never met someone who could add the phrase -aroni (ex: "Oh my gosh-aroni!") and make up songs just about anything! But the Lord blessed me with Miss Ellie Baugher who is skilled at doing BOTH! Thank you for showing me Jesus in all things, for reminding me that Stanley the cat (sometimes) has a good heart, for always seeing the best in people (and cats), and for loving flat white lattes as much as I do. Our conversations and Hamilton sing-alongs have such a special place in my heart and the minute I say "I do" I secretly hope you start singing "Helpless" ;)
Hailey O'Sullivan
Flower Girl
The cutest little one around! We could not have asked for a sweeter flower girl and we're so excited that she's a part of our special day!
Joseph Novak
Ring Bearer
We love the joy this little man brings to everyone! It was the easiest decision to make him our ring bearer and we're so excited that he's a part of our special day!