Chalaini & Brian
Wedding Party
Nachesca Sweetser
Maid of Honor
My sweet sister. What a journey we have seen. Through laughter and tears, great losses and great joy, we have stayed by each others side. There is no other person I would have stand by me, as my maid of honor, than you. Thank you for your endless love and compassion, innumerable phone calls and last minute plane trips when I needed you most, I love you more than chocolate...well, maybe. Nachesca is also my wedding planner, chaos fixer and last minute Houdini. Give this woman a hug, shot or high five because I would have been so lost without her!!
Adam Tetzlaff
Best Man
Adam, from building forts in the woods and causing mayhem with the neighborhood kids to watching you become an incredible father, it's been amazing to see you grow. Those college years when I would come visit were filled with shenanigans I probably shouldn't have encouraged as the 'responsible' older brother - but they gave us some of our best stories. Now, seeing you as this thoughtful, loving dad, I couldn't be more proud of the man you've become. I'm honored to have you as my best man today, and now that we're finally living in the same state again, I can't wait for our next chapter of adventures!
Katherine White
Bridesmaid
Kaffy!! Our story is so unique and boy have we had a wild ride. From being our go to Florida spot when we visited, to living together and arguing over chores 🤣 🤣, to becoming another sister; I love giggling with you and making fun of each other and everyone around us. The depth of your love and the growth I have watched you endure has been so empowering and so amazing to be a part of. I love you to death and I am so excited to have you share this experience with me.
Joey McGrath
Groomsman
Joey - my Fred to my Barney, it's pretty wild how sharing a property line turned into sharing a lifetime of moments. From the day I moved in next door, our lives became perfectly tangled, like we'd known each other all along. You've taught me that strength isn't just about lifting heavy things or persevering through hot FL days on backyard projects, it's about facing life's storms with unwavering resilience - something you've shown time and time again. From the highest highs to the lowest lows, you've been there through it all, proving that you Can’t Stop a McGrath! Life's been one hell of a ride, my friend, and I'm honored to have you standing beside me today.
Nicole Tetzlaff
Bridesmaid
ITS HAPPENING!!!! Nicole, we have such a fun history together!! From me calling Adam my husband, to us hating Brian's ex's..... 😝 to finally becoming real sisters!! Thanks for always loving me, laughing with me, picking me up from the airport during spontaneous surprise visits!! I've always found a home in you and have always had so much fun giggling with you! Ahhhh!!!! I'm becoming a Tetzlaff!!
Brett Bales
Groomsman
Brett - the man who turned every ordinary moment into an epic adventure. Only you could transform a simple dinner into a quest for the biggest seashell cocktail known to mankind, or turn a casual day on the water into a deep-sea saga worthy of its own movie. From those unforgettable sailboat misadventures that still make us laugh, to dominating so many kickball championships we literally broke the league - you've always lived by the motto 'go big or go home.' Thanks to you, my Florida chapter wasn't just lived, it was experienced to the absolute fullest - whether we were snorkeling in crystal waters, perfecting our golf game, or turning every cookout into an event. You're more than just my adventure buddy, you're proof that sometimes the best friendships are built on saying 'yes' to whatever wild idea comes next. I'm honored to have you standing up here with me today, though I'm slightly worried you might try to turn this wedding into an extreme sport.
Deanna Flanigan
Bridesmaid
Sweet Deanna, what a joy and constant loving foundation you have been for our family. A whirlwind at the beginning of our story, baptism by fire into this family haha you have been such a light, joy and support, in some of the darkest days we've ever experiened and it's truly a gift. Watching you blossom in your ministries, navigate being married to my brother.............woof............... 😝😝 and witnessing you become such a wonderful, fun, compassionate, silly mother has been just so much fun. Growing with you as a sister, sharing in losses and triumphs, I am so blessed to have you as a sister, a friend and a BRIDESMAID!! woo!!!! Can't wait to celebrate with you sis.
Daniel Woodridge
Groomsman
Daniel Woolridge - yes, the full name is necessary, even though you're practically the only Daniel we know. It's funny how life works sometimes, bringing us together later than most, but man, did we make up for lost time. That epic summer in Nashville? Pure gold. Our legendary boat days? They should be immortalized in song (preferably country, given the setting). You didn't just help create some of my greatest memories, you were the catalyst for real transformation and growth. Through all the friends we've made and the changes we've faced, you've been the glue holding our crew together. Standing here today, I'm grateful for that twist of fate that brought you into my life when it did. Here's to you, Daniel Woolridge, full name always required, because there's simply no one else quite like you.
Alyssa Magner
Bridesmaid
UUUHHHHHLLYYYYYYYSSSSSAAAAAAAA If I had never moved to Florida, gone to another nursing school, or started another month, I would have never met you. Boy oh boy, have we trauma bonded haha. Our "study sessions" were legendary and completely ineffective, the encouraging texts of self love, take a walk, meditate..just to get through nursing school and our celebrations of actually passing..or being a Tuesday.......or the sun being up..or down 🤣 I am very lucky to have had you by my side during school, during moves, during life tearing events..can't WAIT for you to be in my wedding!!!!!!! hell yeah BROTHER!!!
Will Harrington
Groomsman
Will - 4:15 has been our rally cry through some of the most legendary (and sometimes haziest) moments of my life. From dominating beer pong tables to holding court at the dart board, we've turned every weekend into an epic soundtrack backed by Fleetwood Mac and the Eagles. Some of my favorite memories are just sitting there, diving deep into new music and even deeper into life's big questions - though let's be honest, some of those profound late-night conversations might have been less philosophical than we thought at the time. You've always known how to keep the good times rolling while keeping it real, and that's what makes you special, my friend. Having you stand up here with me today feels as natural as cranking up 'Hotel California' one more time. Here's to keeping the classic rock playing and the good times alive.
Jessica Kirby
Bridesmaid
Jess!!!! Although we have only known each other for a few years, it feels like we've been family forever. I still remember the first night we hung out, I told Brian how much I loved you. and telling you like 12 seconds after we met that we were gonna be family...told ya 😝😝. I have loved every minute of integrating into your family and becoming auntie Laini to your beautiful girls. When the four of us get together, the level of respect, fun, depth and absolute buffoonery makes my heart so full. I love you so very much and I am more honored that you are standing beside me, than I could ever express. LET'S DO THIS!!!
Tim Gillean
Groomsman
Tim - my kindred spirit in chaos and laughter. Only we could turn a late-night PokerStars win into what the neighbors probably thought was a wild party. From turning every golf round into an absolute adventure, to that questionable 4 AM tornado chase through Portland (because why not?), you've always been down for whatever ridiculous idea comes next. And let's not forget your car's 'custom paint job' - nothing says class quite like DIY camo spray paint and a Dale Earnhardt 3 on the roof. Some people might call us crazy, but I call us lucky - because life's just better when you've got a friend who matches your brand of fun and turns every moment into a story worth telling. Thanks for being the kind of friend who makes my sides hurt from laughing and never asks 'should we?' but always says 'why not?
Cheyton Flanigan
Officiant
teytonnnnnnnn.......no no nooooooo To have my little brother officiate my wedding, marrying my best friend is just so awesome!! haha you have been part of Brian and my story since the beginning, movie nights and goofy shenanigans, there's no one more perfect to MARRY US!! I am so proud of the person you are constantly becoming and the father you have become. Thank you for officiating and celebrating this amazing, profound, STUPENDOUS day with us...my brother, whom I love.