Bride
I go by many aliases, including Betsy for childhood friends and family and Libby in adulthood. I went to college at Allegheny in the snowy Meadville, PA, then moved south to St. Louis for grad school at Washington University (go Cards!). I then moved even further south to avoid snow entirely and be closer to my grandparents in New Smyrna and Gulf Shores. I currently work at the University of Florida in tomato breeding and enjoy cooking, watching Steelers football, snuggling my cats, and reading.
Groom
Tyler was born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. He attended Wakulla High School where both of his parents were teachers in the school district. Tyler earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Florida State University, where he also competed on the cross country and track teams. Since completing his master's in 2013, Tyler has worked in the long term care industry in both Florida and Alabama. Tyler met Libby while serving as the Administrator of a facility in Ocala, FL.
Matron of Honor
Maggie is my favorite sister, my bunk bed mate, sharer of the wardrobe, and first best friend. She's been married almost a decade to Brett, so it bodes well to have her next to me at the altar!
Bridesmaid
Lacey and I met on our freshman hallway at Allegheny College, then both moved to the Midwest for grad school. We bonded over books, underappreciated trashy movies, and any excuse to wear a costume. Hopefully, now that I'm married we will no longer be mistaken for a couple at hibachi.
Bridesmaid
Jacqui and I met on our freshman hallways at Allegheny College, where I was quickly introduced to 1) the fact of gluten's existence 2) how to decorate for a cozy abode 3) be about 50% less sure of myself. Jacqui is now an art therapist in Pittsburgh with two delightful cats, boyfriend Kevin, and a house that's always the best decorated.
Bridesmaid
Jodi and I lived on the same hallway freshman year and were roommates for 2 years at Allegheny. Jodi immediately left us to join the Peace Corps in Tanzania, which miraculously had good enough internet connection to allow Skype dates with 4 of us! Jodi now lives in Baltimore with her boyfriend Britten and two cats, and is working at the Baltimore Public Library while also pursuing her library science degree.
Bridesmaid
Melissa and I went to grad school at WashU together, where we survived by splitting a wine club and sharing dinner over a bottle (or two) monthly. Melissa recently married her high school sweetheart in their hometown of Minneapolis, and lives in San Diego, where she is curing cancer.
Bridesmaid
Kate and I met first at Rhema Christian School in the 5th grade, but much prefer to remember our time as sorority sisters at Allegheny College. Kate, conveniently, lives 10 minutes from my parents in Pittsburgh, and along with her husband Mike and their menagerie of animals, make fabulous brunch or evening cocktail hosts every time I'm in town. Kate is a PhD candidate at the University of Pittsburgh in Exercise Physiology
Flower Girl
Charlotte is Maggie's eldest child, and my first niece! She has been practicing for years for her role as flower girl, and makes the sweetest duo with her sister!
Flower Girl
Celia is my second niece, and her mommy's little doppleganger. She is a fiesty little princess who adores Frozen, Sofia the First, horses, and collecting eggs from her chickens. She is quite opinionated about everything, including flower girl dresses. When trying on for her Uncle Neil's wedding, as soon as she tried on her favorite she said "I don't need to try any more dresses. I wearing this all day!"
Ring Bearer
David is my youngest nephew, and an absolute sweetheart! He loves keeping up with his big sisters, jumping on the trampoline, riding his bike, and most of all doing anything with his grandma.
Best Man
Stephen is Tyler's older brother. He has done entirely too much for Tyler for entirely too long. He currently resides in New Orleans with his new wife Victoria. He is the Senior Web Developer for the City of New Orleans.
Groomsman
Woody and Tyler have been friend's since preschool. At one time or another they have been roommates, classmates, doubles partners, garage band mates, but mostly just friends. Woody lives in Tallahassee with his new bride Brittney and his daughter Hayden. He is the Operations Duty Officer at the Florida Division of Emergency Management.
Groomsman
Tyler's mother always told Mason that he and he Tyler would be best friends one day. In this instance, she was correct. Mason lives in Tallahassee with his wife Stacy and their 3 daughters. He works for the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity.
Groomsman
Forat and Tyler were introduced by a high school girlfriend. Their relationship has lasted a lot longer than the teenage romance did. Forat is a Hematology Oncology Fellow at the University of Maryland in Baltimore. He misses Florida most days.
Groomsman
Taylor and Tyler have been friends since Kindergarten. Countless individuals have gotten Tyler and Taylor's names mixed up. They have thought it was funny every single time. Taylor works for the Acousti Engineering Company of Florida in Tallahassee.
Groomsman
Vish and Tyler were met through a coworker of Tyler's who thought they'd be great friends. She was right. Vish is an Ophthalmologist with Ocala Eye in Ocala, FL. He is also a much better tennis player than Tyler and knows it.