Wedding Party
Christine Stafford
Maid of Honor
My best friend of 16 years. We grew up together and have celebrated all of the important milestones in both our lives together. I can confidently say I would not have become the person I am today without her. Nothing will ever come between us. She has been by my side through thick and thin so of course she'll be right next to me for this milestone too.
Britney Lawrence
Bridesmaid
She was the very first friend I made in college and she went through all those struggles and joys with me. 7 years later she hopped in a car and moved to Iowa with me for us to both start a new chapter in our lives. She was with me when I met Nathan and I'm overjoyed she'll be with me now. My literal ride or die.
Emily Laska
Bridesmaid
One of the first friends I made when I moved to Iowa. This woman was always encouraging, always honest, and always dancing to her own tune. She reinvigorated my interest in music and was always open to sharing ideas and opinions with me. We've spent many nights dancing until our feet hurt and we'll be doing it again at the wedding!
Delmy Alvarado
Bridesmaid
Delmy has been a close friend of mine since 9th grade. We've shared our hopes and dreams and beliefs in many long conversations and over many cocktails! She's been a constant source of inspiration and joy. We've gone months without speaking when life just seemed to get in the way but we never missed a birthday or a chance to see each other and catch up, and when we do its like no time passed by. I am honored to have her walk with me and know her beautiful smile will be lighting up all our photos and memories!
Jennifer Desrosiers
Bridesmaid
Jenn and I met in college, my fellow creative. We helped each other constantly just keep our sanity through the new environment and insane workloads we had to deal with. Many late night study sessions were started with the best of intentions but soon devolved to eating chicken and rice and complaining. Jenn has always been there when I needed an ear or a shoulder to lean on and always had the best of advice. Can't wait to party into the night with this beautiful soul!
Sarah Rabinowitz
Bridesmaid
Sarah was the very first friend I made when I moved to Iowa, you could even say she's the first friend I made as a grown up! We bonded quickly and soon became roommates. With Sarah I had the best summer of my life, she always knows how to have a good time! She always encouraged me to be my best self and we helped each other grow. Because of her I took chances I never thought I would (including online dating, THANKS SARAH!). Any event with Sarah is bound to be a good time! I can not wait for her to be the life of the party!
Sirena Decker
Bridesmaid
My fellow proud cat lady, Sirena is an amazing human, open minded, articulate and always open to new adventures! She got hired on at my previous company and we became fast friends that endured even after we stopped working together. We've spent many late nights talking about life, love, cats (of course) and our dreams of the future. Our couples nights were our first foray into adult board game night (like regular board game night but with drinking). I am over the moon that she will be with me every step down the aisle in November!
Anthony (Ant) Frein
Best Man
My birthday twin, my fellow rugby aficionado, my co-coach, has been with me for many of my craziest adventures and shenanigans. He's been my best friend since 2011, GO CYCLONES! Any event with Ant is bound to be a good time and I am thankful he continues to stand by my side.
Allen (Owl) Tessmer
Groomsman
What can I say about Allen "Owl" Tessmer, or as you may know him "Owl from college?" He's been a faithful rugby comrade since he helped introduce my passion for the game at Iowa State, Go 'Clones! Always the life of the party, I'd say I can't wait for you all to meet him but chances are he knows more of you than I do. Always a great addition to the team!
Brandon (Bay) Bay
Groomsman
Bay has been with me since the start of my rugby journey 1/3rd of the 3 Musketeers, the right side of our front end dominating force. There's no party without Bay. I am grateful he is making the trip to stand with me like he always has.
Mike (The Beard) Missen
Groomsman
The true embodiment of "a hooligan's game played by gentlemen," Missen has been with me since my very first rugby practice. We've been on many adventures together (Team Tip), it's safe to say no one thought either of us would be where we are today and I can't wait for my teammate to stand with me at the start of this adventure as well.
Tyler (Zoz) Zoz
Groomsman
Another faithful rugby comrade, Zoz has been a partner in crime on many adventures, both on and off the field. Always got your back in a ruck and always the life of any social. I am looking forward to celebrating another step with this dude by my side.
Eric (E) Garlock
Groomsman
The second best rugby player in the Garlock clan and a companion in many near death experiences (Some closer than others). E is always reliable and knows the word to every rugby song, which is always a great addition to any event. E always has my back and I know he always will.
Stefan Chambers
Groomsman
Stefan and I never played rugby but he was always my most reliable teammate since I was 4 years old. My kid brother who never lets me down and I am constantly proud of. I had the honor of standing with him at his wedding in 2019 and I am so honored he agreed to stand by me at mine.
Brandon (Murph) Murphy
Usher
Oh Captain, my Captain! Murphy helped introduce me to the rugby world and taught me how to balance discipline and fun. He's always been a great leader and a true friend, he lead our team to many victories so leading you to your seat should be a piece of cake.
Kurt (Rocket) Willms
Usher
Rocket helped introduce me to the game we all love and mentored me in true rugby fashion. That means late nights watching and learning from different matches, tough practice sessions and intense drinking sessions. Rocket is a reliable mentor both on and off the field, he led me and he can lead you to your chairs!