Austin & Natalie
Wedding Party
Nicole
Maid of Honor
- The Bride's (only) Sister - Nicole is three years younger than Natalie. In their younger years there was plenty of fighting and annoying each other (sometimes there still is), but Natalie and Nicole have become very close sisters since they have grown up and enjoy each other's company quite often. They do all sorts of things together from weekly dinners hanging out at home, family gatherings, food festivals, girls days at the Iowa State Fair and shopping of course. Nicole is such an awesome sister and Natalie knows she would be lost without her.
Josh
Best Man
- Groom's Best Friend - Josh and Austin have known each other since high school. Becoming great friends in Sophomore football. They have shared highs and lows and spend quite a bit of time together. Hambone as he is more often called is always there as a helping hand or a listening ear. They have become even closer since Austin has been dating Natalie. Living mere minutes apart, you can usually find them hanging out in Austin's backyard drinking some brews.
Brooke
Bridesmaid
- Bride's Future Sister-in-Law & Friend - Brooke is married to Austin's brother Chris. Natalie and Brooke have become great friends over the past few years that Natalie and Austin have been dating. In the first few months Austin and Natalie were dating, Natalie and Brooke only met a few times, but made a real connection when Brooke found out Natalie is also a true Iowa State Cyclones fan. Natalie and Austin got invited to Chris and Brooke's house divided Iowa VS. ISU football party and the rest is history. These two couples play board/card games, have bonfires, go to Ohana Steakhouse(where everyone gets their fill of the amazing scallops and THE SAUCE) and hang at the campground with drinks. Brooke truly has such a kind heart and is so much fun to spend time with.
Phil
Groomsman
- Groom's Cousin - Phil and Austin are cousins, but even if they weren't family they would have been friends. Throughout the years these two have grown closer sharing many different hobbies and occasions. From going on Hot Rod Power Tour (Old Car Shows), motorcycles and hunting. They have shared adventures across many states and around home. Phil is one of the nicest guys you can always count on so it is easy to see why they were destined to be friends.
Kelsey
Bridesmaid
- Bride's Best Friend from childhood - Kelsey and Natalie lived on the same street growing up, just across the railroad tracks a couple houses away. They spent a lot of time together and got in all sorts of trouble together growing up, some might say they were “partners in crime”. They share so many great memories together. Lots of sleep overs that would last late into the night with tons of laughter. Their friendship has grown up with them both and they still always know how to make each other laugh when they're together. Kelsey has always been such a loyal friend to Natalie, and you could say Kelsey has saved her in so many ways.
Adam
Groomsman
- Childhood/High School Friend- Adam and Austin met in high school and they quickly became friends. Analyzing football, politics (social and government) were among some of the in depth intellectual discussions these two had. Since high school Adam moved to Wisconsin, but they still talk quite often. Natalie and Austin have made a few trips together to visit Adam and his wife Megan. The first time Natalie made the trip was when Adam and Megan got married and Austin was Adam's groomsmen. Natalie says Wisconsin can keep their round'a'boots. Adam is a great guy who Austin considers family.
Olivia
Jr. Bridesmaid
- Bride's Favorite Cousin - Olivia is Natalie's only first cousin on her mom's side. She lives in Michigan with Natalie's Aunt Jolene and Uncle Blake. Olivia will be 11 when Natalie and Austin tie the knot! Natalie and Olivia get to see each other a few times a year, usually at Grandma and Grandpa Talbott's house. When they are together they enjoy playing board/card games, filling up the marble tower at grandma's, playing outside on the gator & swings, and doing hair and nails just for fun. Olivia is always full of energy and sweet to everyone she meets.
Cruz
Jr. Groomsman
- Groom's Nephew - Cruz is Austin's nephew, his sister Alisha's oldest son. Cruz loves his uncle Austin and all his "wisdom", but is starting to become too smart for his own good. They spend a lot of time together doing all sorts of stuff - Playing the Nintendo 64, watching movies and cartoons, tossing the football, coming along to car shows when he's able. These two have many years of more fun activities ahead of them.
Willow
Flower Girl
- Bride's Niece - Willow is Nicole's daughter and Natalie's favorite niece. Natalie loves being an auntie to Willow, and Willow loves her puppy! Natalie & Austin both enjoy being a part of Willow's life and experiencing all the milestones and firsts in her life so far. She is such a good baby and she gets spoiled all the time. She will be 1 & 1/2 years old at Natalie and Austin's wedding and she’s all ready to sprint down the wedding aisle!
Chris
Officiant
- Groom's Brother - Chris is Austin's older and only brother. Chris and Austin have a great friendship between brothers. They help each other with projects from time to time and share a drink or two as often as they can. They are both Iowa Hawkeye fans which their ladies would say is the worst thing about them. Chris is officiating the wedding ceremony at Austin and Natalie's request and they are both so thrilled to have someone close to them officially help them tie the knot.
Cash
Ring Bearer
- Groom's Nephew - Cash is Austin's youngest nephew, his sister Alisha's youngest son, Cruz's little brother. Cash is an old little soul. A lover who is concerned with everyone's well being, it is hard not to love this little boy with all your heart. He's usually pretty calm, unless his brother and Austin are goofing off and making him squeal with laughter.