Kate & Andrew: a Match Made in a Dive Bar
The Ingredients
Andrea Nugent
Maid of Honor
Andrea was one of Kate's first friends in college. In fact, Andrea helped Kate earn her freshman year reputation...as "Near Albany," when the D.L. Hughley show at their orientation went awry. It's a long story you'll have to ask them about...since then, they've been inseparable (minus the thousands of miles they've lived apart over the years). This picture is one of their favorite's, taken on some haunted ride at a fair in Austria. Andrea has pushed Kate to take risks, be her own person, and live life to the fullest. Kate couldn't imagine taking this next step without Andrea by her side.
Ray Kleinfelder
Man of Honor
Ray and Kate knew each other throughout college, but it wasn't until senior year they became close when they led a Jesuit retreat together. Something clicked and they've have had an unspeakable bond ever since - while they haven't lived in the same state since 2011, it's like no time has passed whenever they're able to visit each other. From Disney World to Chicago to Miami to Boston, these two are a force to be reckoned with...watch out for these two when you're on the dance floor! Ray has always made Kate the most fun and truest version of herself, exactly what she needs by her side on her wedding day!
MaryAnn Almonte
Bridesmaid
MaryAnn and Kate have known each other for over a decade. They didn't become close until senior year of high school, but MaryAnn's quiet confidence and sense of humor drew Kate in and the two have been close ever since. MaryAnn was Kate's savior at the end of high school and helped her grow into the woman she is now. MaryAnn's compassion, resolve, and goodheartedness make her an amazing friend, and one Kate couldn't imagine tying the knot without.
Lauren Scanlon
Bridesmaid
Lauren and Kate played field hockey together throughout high school. Similar to MaryAnn, the two became close senior year of high school, and Kate couldn't imagine high school, college, or adulthood without Lauren by her (thousands of miles away) side. Lauren is passionate about all she sets her mind to and is an inspiration to all who know her, including Kate. Kate can't picture her wedding without Lauren by her side!
Evelyn Dunn
Flower Girl
Evelyn Josephine Dunn is the most tenacious, strong willed and spirited little girl you'll ever meet. She made Kate an Aunt and is her pride and joy! Strike up a conversation with this little woman and you will not be disappointed!
Brooke Bennett
Flower Girl
Brooke Mary Bennett is Andrew's niece. She is currently a child, aged three years.
Monster
Honorary Best Man
Monster is THE best man. He's the most handsome, cutest, sweetest, greatest, best, most amazing, biggest part of Andrew and Kate's lives. They adopted him 4 days before COVID shut the world down, and he forced them to get outside, play, and have some cuteness to stare at while locked inside their apartment. While puppy-hood was rough, Monster is the light of Kate and Andrew's lives. ...unfortunately, he will not be at the wedding.