Christine & Hogan
Wedding Party
Kelsey Reyes
Matron of Honor
Kels! My BFF for almost 20 years! I really had to do the math a few times here because we couldn't possibly be old enough for that to be true?! I am pretty sure we stopped aging at 23. I will never forget meeting Kelsey in 8th grade English when her cell phone started blaring Fergie behind me and she answered it in the middle of class like it was no big deal. I knew immediately that she was supposed to be my friend. I could tell stories of our friendship for hours, there are too many to count. Over these years we have shared all of the laughs, adventures, concerts, bottles of wine, outfits, travels, songs, some poor choices, many more good ones, and all the things in between. We lived together in 4 apartments over almost 10 years and somehow she still agrees to hangout with me. She is incredibly genuine, supportive, sneakily hilarious, a style icon, and everything I want to be when I grow up. She is the black cat to my golden retriever. Shout out to her husband Justin for being a bonus bestie, and for helping to create our newest and cutest bestie of all, their daughter Florence :)
Dr. Caroline Crosby
Maid of Honor
Caroline! My new sister in law! I have always wanted a sister. I have already started raiding her closet, and Caroline if you are reading this you will never see this shirt I am wearing again. But seriously I won the sister lottery with this one. She is kind, compassionate, determined, fiercely loyal, and one of the silliest geese around. I am basically obsessed with her. Not to mention she can also save your life which is a nice added bonus. I can think of no one better to make napkin hats with on thanksgiving, make elf references with through all of December, or sneak into the closet with to try on our future engagement rings. That last part might look a little different now that I am all BLINGED out, but don't worry, I'll still participate. Hopefully one of these days soon we will arrive to the closet to find yours missing, and we can start this wedding process all over again (HINT HINT Justin Davies). I can't wait to make fun of Hogan with you for the rest of our lives!!!!
Lindsay Saba
Bridesmaid
Lindsay! My loudest, wildest friend! She thinks we started hanging out in college but she is wrong, we were friends in high school. My favorite memories with Lindsay are waking up in Iceland expecting to see views of the northern lights, maybe a fjord off in the distance, but instead seeing Lindsay's head 5 inches from mine sleeping like a rock with her mouth open wide, or peeing together off the side of a cliff while we watched the whales, or eating gas station hot dogs along the way. But seriously that trip was awesome and everyone should go to Iceland. Hogan loves when I talk about it. Back to Lindsay--she is always up for an adventure, she thinks she is the hottest girl to grace this planet (not wrong), will make you laugh harder than you ever have, and will defend you till the end even when you are totally wrong. She is truly more herself than anyone I have ever met. 11/10 friend. She also got Hogan a new BFF when she found her Joe, and they are probably scheming as I type this on how much golf they can squeeze in around the wedding in Ireland. Also if you hear us talking in weird accents, just ignore it. It probably cant be stopped.
Katherine Labonte
Bridesmaid
Kitty! My feistiest, spiciest friend!!! I decided to choose a picture of Kathy with Hogan because I think she has more pictures with him than even I do, and I mean look at how big his smile is in that photo?! Suspicious. She has been a loyal third wheel for the entirety of our relationship. She is always down for a trip to Europe, or anywhere for that matter. She will be the first to say yes to a concert, or to try a new restaurant. Her hair will always look better than mine, and her outfits will always be on point. She will tell you exactly how it is, and she probably won't sugarcoat it, but she just might be right. I can't remember exactly when it was that Kathy and I became besties, but somewhere in between high school parties we weren't supposed to be at and frat parties we probably didn't want to be at, we became a unit. She is the first person I text when I have something stupid to say, and she will always respond the fastest. My fav memory of Kathy is the time she took the million bobby pins out of my hair after Julia's wedding, while I laid on the ground and laughed. I think Hogan has a funny memory of her from that night as well but its probably best that I don't share it here. She is honest, head strong, and I will always want her in my corner. She can be kinda sassy sometimes though so watch out.
Laura McCulla
Bridesmaid
My Laurie! Oh, where to start. I have been bothering Laura with my ever persistent friendship since the beginning of college where she was unable to get away from me due to the proximity of our dorms. She will tell you she didn't like it when I would stumble into her dorm room with my cheeseburgers or taco bell after going to the bars, but she did. She especially loved it when we dragged her to T shirt night at Reggies, penny pitchers at JLs, or blared a fake fire alarm outside her door to wake her up to come out with us. She has been the Mom of the group since the beginning of time, but I recall a certain night where we had to carry her home and tuck her into bed like a baby. Laura has taught me many things throughout our years, like how to season green beans, how many pickles a person can eat, and how to properly load the dishwasher. She will always steer me in the right direction, she has integrity, she is witty, and she will compromise your toes. Laura may be rid of me in her home for now, but that's only because she replaced me with a baby of her own and has entered the true era of motherhood she has been waiting for. Jokes on her because little John and me are gonna be besties too.
Julia Patten
Bridesmaid
Juju! My first memories with Julia are from high school, specifically drinking hot beers in her closet, but my fondest memories are raising our daughters together, Harper and Penny, in our cherished house on Canal Blvd. This was during the time that she worked night shifts as an ER nurse so I would sleep surrounded by dogs in the night, and she would sleep surrounded by dogs in the day, and in our brief overlaps of being awake, we were surrounded by dogs together on the levee, on the couch, in the car, you name it, we all did it together. Julia is arguably my weirdest friend, making art late into the night, playing pranks that she thinks are THE funniest thing in the world, and I think she has like 4 jobs right now but I can't be sure at any given time. She is extremely driven while being the size of a twig, she is the master of nachos, and I can still hear the sound of her stomps from a mile away. That last part is probably why Laura compromised her toes. She can be wild and carefree, and she can be steadfast and strong. She will also be talking with me in a weird accent during the wedding week, best to just ignore us. Its an Iceland thing you wouldn't get it. Whale watchin!!
Elise Bradley
Bridesmaid
Elise! My bad influence of a friend! If I have one too many champagnes at the wedding, you know who to blame. Elise may hide behind her classy facade of a retired pro golfer, but behind those chiseled cheek bones and striking blue eyes, she is a wild woman. She has talked me into plenty of my questionable choices, but I would choose no one else to help me cause mischief. She is always down to have a good time, to make jokes at Jens expense, and to giggle into the night. Or on one specific occasion in Florence, Italy, we giggled all the way through the night to watch the exploding carts on Easter Sunday with zero sleep, thus annoying any passing Italian within a 5 mile radius. They were not laughing with us, they were laughing at us. Oh and I cannot believe I almost forgot to mention the night she called me a zoo exhibit, thanks Elise! For all the golfers out there, expect to catch Elise on the course, probably shooting a 61 or something crazy impressive like that.
Jen Fyock
Bridesmaid
Jenny Bo Bo!!! My smartest friend! Our math queen! If you need help splitting the bill for a table of 23, Jens your gal. A spreadsheet to show you how your mortgage works? Jens got it. Acronyms like EBITDA?! I cant keep up with her. She is like a human computer working day and night from her cave, but on the rare occasion she is allowed out, you will have yourself a time. Fill her up with wine and she can rap you the whole carter III album. I'll try to make sure we get a show at the wedding. For being such a smart gal I take pride in having witnessed some of her less bright moments, like the time I watched her scale an 11 ft wrought iron fence near tigerland, or the time she tried to explain to me how deep the rapper Machine Gun Kelly's lyrics really were. She is sarcastic, the butt of every joke (right Laura?!), and she will keep you on your toes. We also have this really good story about a broken phone and some ramen noodles that Jen tells best in person, please everyone ask her about it.
Dr. Rachel Noto Gregorio
Bridesmaid
Rach!! We have known each other for so long that I don't even know how we became friends, it is just the way things have always been. What I do remember from those early days is Rachel telling me at what must have been 13 or 14 years old, when none of us knew our ass from our elbows, was that she was going to be a doctor. This never once changed throughout the years as I teetered from veterinarian to psychiatrist to construction management (lol), and here she is all these years later, a real doctor. She is the most hard working, dedicated, and strong person I know. But don't let all this fool you into thinking she stayed at home studying all the time, oh no. Rachel was right there beside me in high school sneaking over to New Orleans to see Pretty Lights or Mac Miller or Portugal the Man (sorry mom and dad). College was much of the same, even though amidst all the fun Rachel managed to graduate a whole year early to head to med school. Who even does that? A woman of multitudes! That's who! And this bio could not be complete without mentioning the time that Rachel, after many strawberry daiquiris, vomited out of the toyota camry window on the causeway which then blew back onto her shirt, and caused her to loudly proclaim I HAVE BEEN SHOT!!!! Love ya Rach
Ellie Niedermair
Bridesmaid
ELLIE!!! Easily my most badass friend. She can fly planes, dunk on you in basketball, and could carry you out of a burning building without breaking a sweat. Ellie and I started hanging out in high school where I was impressed by her ability to drink 30 beers and then wake up the next morning ready for another 30 more. She is willing and able to outdo anyone in any challenge, whether it be an arm wrestle, a marathon, or drinking all those beers, Ellie will beat you. She will have you rolling on the floor laughing with her antics, and she will support you through the toughest of times with ease. She is loyal, dependable, and I once saw her night swim in the Gulf in red flag waters for over two hours looking for a pair of $5 gas station sunglasses. Also MAD RESPECT because she is currently a Lieutenant Junior Grade in the Navy as a student Naval Aviator, currently flying the T-45 Goshawk until she gets her wings of gold, at which point she will fly the E-2 Hawkeye for the fleet. She also just texted me "isn't it funny that people salute me at my job?". So make sure to address her as Lieutenant Ellie and throw her a salute if you get the chance. HOOYAH!
Naomi Prentice
Bridesmaid
My Nomi! Another day 1 bestie, I cannot remember a time when we were not friends. She keeps telling me that she was mean in high school and she doesn't know why we hung out with her, and maybe I have Stockholm syndrome but this couldn't be further from the truth. She is my most creative friend, the craftiest gal you will ever meet, and a woman of true grit. In our early adulthood while many of us were playing it safe, Naomi was off to Bama (booo) where she did musical theater and then followed her dreams off to LA where she has acted, directed, and built many a set. She is deep, she is opinionated, and she will go after what she wants. My favorite memories with Naomi are when we were both in that weird little transitional phase after college, figuring out where to go next, and she came to work with me on a yacht. We would scrub and buff and shop vac oil in the 100 degree heat, all while laughing and making plans for our futures and having an absolute blast. We even got to set sail to the very luxurious Port Forchon where we actually got to work as real deckhands throwing each other ropes, tying up the boat, and cooking meals for the guests. It was basically like below deck. It was also when I learned that she gets night terrors when she woke me up screaming in her sleep and I thought we were sinking. The best times.
Kathryn Engro
Bridesmaid
Kathryn!! As you can see from these bios, I did not branch out for friends much after high school, so it is very exciting to announce that I have indeed made additional friends in adulthood! Kathryn and I were brought together through Hogan, and her fiancé, Willis, but I would argue that we are wayyy better friends than they are now. We best spend our time yapping into the night over a bottle (or 3) of wine, and it is impressive that we have not run out of things to talk about (we never will). She is hip, she is quick witted, and she wins many a heated debate. She also knows a lot of little facts about all kinds of random things. She is incredibly empathetic, and spent years as a therapist, which I have personally benefitted from in many ways but most importantly I now know that no, I probably do not have autism. Hogan might disagree with this. She is also a master of the pinterest and much more type A than me, so if you like my wedding please give her a personal thank you because most of it was her idea.
Emma Bologna
Bridesmaid
Emma!! My second addition to the friends of adulthood!! In staying true to my stubborn ways of friendship I acquired Emma through Kathryn, they have been best friends since high school, and so naturally I weaseled my way in the middle. Emma and I really cemented our friendship while she was in the process of helping Hogan and I buy our first home. She got us the coolest, cutest house on the market, and now she hangs out in it with me all the time. She is probably the friendliest person I know, and could probably make friends with a brick wall and then the brick wall would also buy a house with her help. She is outgoing and fun, but also driven and resourceful, a true go getter. If you see an eligible Irish bachelor, please send him her way.
Pat Crosby
Best Man
Truly the best man I know, in every respect. The best golf partner, the best Hermes float partner, my best friend, and the best dad a son could ask for. The only thing he is not the best at (according to my mom) is telling jokes, because my mom is of course the best at that! Dad, I am truly grateful for the life that you and mom have given me, and cannot wait to have you by my side on the big day!
Charlie-Paul Leblanc
Officiant
My Spiritual Advisor and Ordained Minister of the Universal Life Church. One hot summer day before freshman year, during high school football conditioning drills, I ran off to the sidelines to puke. I noticed was not alone in this endeavor, as there was another kid next to me, also puking. His name was Charlie. We high-fived over our shared experience, and have been brothers ever since. Anyone who knows Charlie knows that underneath his quiet, mild-mannered exterior lies a heart of gold. Whether crying laughing at our numerous bits, helping his mom move preposterously heavy antique furniture, or absolutely nailing a rendition of "Afternoon Delight," every moment with Charlie is pure entertainment. Having him marry Christine and I will surely be no different.
Jack Ingalls
Groomsman
Jangalls. The tough guy. The strongest of friendships off of the football field, but the strongest of rivalries on it. Anytime me and jack had a chance to go at each other, we did, and a big collision was sure to come. But behind all that CTE was love. Just like how behind Jack's tough guy exterior is a sweet, innocent, sensitive guy. One of my favorite people in the entire world, and I'm glad to call him one of my best friends.
Ryan Crosby
Groomsman
Known to many as "Juicy." I don't think there is any one else out there that embodies "work hard, play hard" more than this guy. Even though he's my cousin, we have been more like brothers. We have gotten into a lot together, mostly trouble. But, unlike what his parents have thought, it was not me who was the bad influence! No sir, we rode into each bout of mischief shoulder to shoulder, and I can't wait for the next chance to do it again.
Tommy Clark
Groomsman
Tommy has been like an older brother to me my whole life, someone I have often looked up to, and someone who would never let me win in chess. Mainly I have tried to emulate how his calm, collected, "Cool Tom" approach to even the most intense situations, like a boat sinking, twice. Though it usually takes a couple of rounds of phone tag first, each time we talk we pick up right where we left off, regardless of how long its been. Looking forward to doing it again in Ireland.
Patrick West
Groomsman
*Ahem* The Babe. 10/10 guy, and incredibly hard to piss off. Trust me I've tried my best. A great friend, and lover of lakes of all sizes. He'd be the perfect fit in any wedding party. Luckily we got him in ours.
John Pipes
Groomsman
JB. Just now realizing that our bond was forged before we even met. As we both wore number 58 in Jr. High football. When I heard my number had been taken over, I was trying to find out just exactly who this John Bradley guy was. Luckily for me, I got exactly the answer I was looking for. Gods of War, may your hammer be mighty.
Willis Spurlock
Groomsman
A great friend and roommate, but an even better Power Forward. Me and Wills played basketball together at Christ Episcopal, on a team that won only one game. Thirteen years later, I ran into him on the street near Tulane's campus, and we picked up right where we left off. Excited to keep this winning program going. Play the *** damn song, Willis.
James Treuting
Groomsman
The silent mysterious one of the group.
Sam Yarborough
Groomsman
Prez Yarbs. My fellow south paw. Whether we're playing basketball in the bclc, watching a Grizzlies Warriors game, or listening to his wife make fun of me, its always all smiles and laughs with Sam. Heres to few more Sammy. I'll see you in Ireland. Shirts optional.
Pete Showalter
Groomsman
Pete, from college.
Tyler Douglas
Groomsman
Geed Doug, Silverado Ron, whatever you want to call him, since freshman year at Rhodes, I have called him a friend. Tyler is truly a great guy, he is one of those friends you can always count on, unless you need a joke to hit, in that case, I'd call someone else.
Matt Nungesser
Groomsman
Nunny. When he's not taking Instagram thirst traps, he's actually a genuinely good person. Between College in Memphis and grad school in Nola, Nunny and I have lived together for nearly a decade. Familiarity breeds contempt, you say? No, impossible. We have been through a lot, from the 5:00am walks in complete silence to fall camp football practices, to jogs through city park where he is a considerable distance ahead of me. Hard times create strong friendships.
Joe Saba
Groomsman
Joe. A Youtube enthusiast, sportsman, and former police officer. If you need him, he's always one phone call away. No matter where he is, he will show up. A true friend and homie that way. Joe, can't wait to celebrate with you, hopefully nothing horrible happens.
