Maid of Honor
Alana and Cassie met while working for Congressman Sean Duffy (WI-07). Six months in to their co-worker venture they discovered they both had respective opportunities to travel to Europe and decided why not go together! This cemented their friendship and shared love for travel and antics while traveling, which has gone on to include a pilgrimage to Rome after Alana was baptized Catholic (Cassie was her sponsor). A close friend to Max as well, Alana has been a big supporter of Cassie and Max's relationship, was the chief co-conspirator for their engagement and she and, everyone's favorite golden, Birdie were even part of their "quaranteam". Alana, and Birdie have become members of the family and, sometimes bonus roommates!
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Laura is married to Cassie's oldest brother Tom. A great SIL and friend, Laura is at the ready to offer advice or an in-depth discussion on Tiger King or Yellowstone (probably over GOOD wine). She is a patient ski instructor and, most notably, introduced Cassie to the all-important "taste-testing spatula" (that is a good story for cocktail hour). She is also the wonderful mom to one of our ring bearers, Ryan!
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Stephanie is married to Cassie's older brother Jack. The OG of the "SIL" club, Cassie and Stephi moved to D.C. about the same time so they have the added benefit of building a friend group together and helping each other navigate their formative years in D.C. From European adventures to "queso conventions" and now, across the street neighbors, Stephanie and Cassie are constantly sorting out life's big questions... and it usally involves a beverage or two. Stephanie is the fantastic mom to our "lead" ring bearer Henry and one of our flower girls, P.J!
Bridesmaid
Kate is Max's one and only sister. As the only girls and the youngest in their respective families, Cassie & Kate developed an immediate bond (and alliance). Kate is a great dance partner at family weddings, patiently teaches Cassie about Northern Wisconsin traditions (although, not without a bit of ribbing), and, most recently, founded a virtual book club with the Docksey gals!
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Mary Dee and Cassie became fast friends while working for Rep. Austin Scott (GA-08). Mary Dee was new to town and Cassie had just moved to a new apartment that was only a couple of blocks away from Mary Dee. From happy hours and wine walks, to morning runs (usually only after Mary Dee patiently waited at Cassie's gate until she rolled out of bed) and endless marathon shopping trips to find "just the right frame...or lampshade...or pillow." Fun fact about Mary Dee: Despite this being her first time spending any measurable amount of time in Kansas City, MO, she knows more than most about this wonderful city. Some may speculate that the wedding location was selected so she could finally put all of her KCMO knowledge to good use (another good cocktail hour topic).
Bridesmaid
Johanna and Cassie became friends while working at the RNC. Both Dep. Communications Directors, they rely heavily on each other for work related duties, but also solace, laughter and impromptu happy hours. However, Johanna and Max were actually friends first, having met during the 2016 presidential cycle. They both enjoy reminding Cassie of this fact whenever they get the chance. Johanna is about the biggest Nationals fan you will ever meet, however, always one to cheer for winners, she became a fixture at Chiefs game watches last season as well. Cassie and Johanna have embarked on several travel adventures together, most notably, she was the brains behind the, now annual, summer girls weekend in Maine. Related: Johanna would be an excellent addition to any "Amazing Race" team.
Ring Bearer
Henry Smedile is Cassie's oldest nephew, thus making him the "lead ring bearer". He lives across the street from Max and Cassie in Washington, D.C. with his parents Jack and Stephanie and his sister P.J.!
Flower Girl
Isla is Max's oldest niece and his beloved Goddaughter. A veteran flower girl, Cassie & Max are grateful she agreed to serve as "lead flower girl" for their big day. Isla, her parents Sam and Julia, and three younger siblings (fellow flower girl, Belle and ring bearers Miles and Gus) just moved to Manhattan, KS!
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Miles is Max's nephew. Like his big sister Isla, he also just made the move to Manhattan, KS!
Flower Girl
P.J. is Cassie's niece and Goddaughter. Like her older brother Henry, she and her parents live across the street from Max and Cassie in Washington, D.C.
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Belle is Max's niece. Like her older siblings Isla and Miles, she is also a new resident of the "Little Apple".
Ring Bearer
Ryan is Cassie's nephew and Godson. He lives with his parents, Tom and Laura in Monument, CO.
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Gus is Max's nephew. He rounds out his branch of the Docksey crew and, along with his parents and siblings, is a proud new resident of Manhattan, KS!
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Usher
Tom Smedile is Cassie's oldest brother. He and Cassie have always shared a love of musical sing-alongs, phone catch-ups during "windshield time", and good wine. Tom is beloved husband to Laura and proud dad to Ryan. They live in Monument, CO.
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Jack Smedile is Cassie's middle brother. Whether he liked it or not, Cassie has always had a penchant for following Jack around. From pool days, to jobs, and now she and Max live across the street from him, Stephanie and Henry and P.J.