Erin & James
Wedding Party
JAMES
Groom
James grew up in Hettinger, ND before going to college at Washington State. He took a while to figure out what to do with himself after college but eventually made it to UND for medical school. Describe yourself in 3 words: "Extroverted, boisterous, athletic". He also said "man of the house", which is four words and also really funny. Describe me in 3 words: "Lovely little lady". What are you most excited for about the wedding? "Unlimited bloody marys and mimosas. Oh also seeing you in your dress".
ERIN
Bride
The oldest of the Wenzel sisters, I was born and raised in White Bear Lake, MN. I then spent 8 cold years up in North Dakota but that got me several good friends, a few diplomas and James. Now I'm working as an ER doctor in a local hospital. Describe myself in 3 words: "coffee, Franklin, naps". Describe James in 3 words: "loves Washington State". What am I most excited for regarding the wedding? Brunch buffet and the dessert bar. Seriously. Wait until you see the dessert bar.
Alexi
Bridesmaid
Alexi is my younger sister by 3 years. Currently in dental school, I admire her ambition, willingness to forgo a paycheck to further her education and commitment to everything she does. Describe yourself in 3 words: "Alexi's a star" and "talks a lot". Describe me in 3 words: "unhealthy sleeping habits". What are you most excited for regarding the wedding? "Being a star, brunch and getting a nice picture of us since we never take those on purpose". What would you like to say to the wedding guests? "I offer black market teeth cleanings" and "if you hear Africa by Toto, you should participate by singing and interpretive dancing".
Abby
Bridesmaid
The littlest Wenzel in both age and stature, Abby is my youngest sister. She works teaching social studies to the youth of America. I most admire her confidence, quick wit and easy going nature. Describe yourself in 3 words: "Taco Bell enthusiast". Describe me in 3 words: "obsessed with cat", "has no soul". What are you most excited for regarding the wedding? "Open bar, looking like the Kardashians, buffet in that order". What would you like to say to the wedding guests? "Hey gurl hey" and "bring Post Malone if you can".
EVAN
Groomsman
James met Evan when they both worked as CNAs in Dickinson, North Dakota. James was a groomsman in Evan's wedding. Evan is now the godparent to our cat, Franklin. Evan currently works as a nurse in Oregon. Of Evan, James says "we've had some good times". Describe yourself in 3 words: "Bears, beets, Battlestar Galactica". Describe James in 3 words: "Smart, stoic, funny".
KURT
Groomsman
Kurt and James have known each other since first grade as wee lads in Hettinger, ND. Kurt currently lives in Kansas and works as a traffic engineer and has a really cute baby. James was a groomsman in Kurt's wedding and we are grateful that Kurt is returning the favor. Describe yourself in 3 words: "Roundabouts are life". Describe James in 3 words: "Rather be golfing".