James & Katie
Our Party People
Maddie Meirow
Maid of Honor
The “Friend Mom”, the one Katie has known the longest. Maddie's first impression of Katie was when Katie walked into her house and immediately opened her fridge and started looking for something to cook/eat. The bond Katie and Maddie share is simple yet delicate, and a beautiful one. Katie and Maddie have what you call a "Real Life Friendship," that has assimilated to both of their growing lifestyles. Maddie is the friend who has always been strong and steady at her side, no matter what. Katie had the honor of standing up in Maddie's wedding when she married her husband Chris. Maddie and Katie share a love for the moon and stars, and Katie loves Maddie as big as the moon and stars combined. Katie is the proud Aunt of "Moosey" and "Ellie," Maddie and Chris' fur-babies. The #NARP
Jamie Sepin
Bridesmaid
The friend who’s emotional support has no bounds. The teammate, who will always have an alibi ready. Jamie has the memory of an elephant, and remembers EVERYTHING. Jamie is the friend who stumbled in several dark hours with the Bride, when very few others did. Jamie is the one who brings out the adventure in Katie’s wild side. Dance parties in the summer heat, or quarantine daytime margaritas, are just a few of the organic natured lifestyle of Jamie and Katie’s relationship. Jamie is happily engaged herself, to Anthony also known as "Jeeves," and she loves explaining that nickname to people. She's also the best gift-giver ever, so thoughtful! Katie can’t wait to help her plan her big day as well very soon. The #leftelbow
Karri Trombley
Bridesmaid
The planner, the organizer, and the listening ear when the Bride needs a pep talk. Karri is an asset to the Bride in many ways, but especially when the Bride misses her Mom, Karri talks it out with Katie from a similar perspective. For that she has been adopted by Katie's Dad. Karri is the type of friend that is never afraid to tell the Bride she is being selfish or spoiled. Even though she is weirdly obsessed with Tom Brady, (whom she met in real life actually-ask her), Katie still thinks she is a one of a kind friend, that she could absolutely not live without. Mother to 3 wonderful growing young men, Karri has truly shown Tyler, Brennan, and Ryan how to be good men, and how to always strive for greatness. Katie still can't figure out where Karri hides her wings. #homieeelrespect
Taylor Barr
Bridesmaid
Taylor or "Tay-Tay," is about her business and holds the Bride accountable to her desires, and she's “sorry not sorry!” Taylor loves the Bride's father like her own family, and bakes for him as often as Katie will allow. Taylor, with the help of her husband Aaron, are raising the next Tom Cruise of his age group. Their son Connor is the brightest light in any room he enters. Katie had a front row seat to the start of Taylor and Aaron's love story, as it bloomed into a wonderful family. They take their Oakley's everywhere they go, because their future is so bright (and because Aaron has a showcase collection of them). Taylor is the type of friend that checked on Katie every single day when her Mom passed, and sent food, gifts and support always. She is irreplaceable. #boujiebaker
Jeff Johnston
Groomsman
Jeff is usually life of the party, and Jame’s hunting partner. If there is Ducks to be hunted, Jeff will find them. Armed with a VERY animated story, and a beer (preferably Stella Artois) Jeff can really get the people going! Jeff works long hours all week long, but he always makes time for James, and to share a good cigar with the boys. When we told Jeff we were getting married in 6 months, in Florida, right after Christmas he responded with “you could tell me your getting married in Guatemala tomorrow morning and I’d be there!” Jeff is one of the good ones. Jeff and his wife Samantha are hopelessly in love, and anyone with two eyes can see that.
Andrew Krebbs
Groomsman
Andy is "Mr. Home Improvement"! He is always there for James to talk about his own home improvement plans. Any time either one of them needs an extra set of hands around the house, they are there to help out. Andy and James share a similar “calm and collected” personality type, but aren’t afraid to cut loose as long as all the trips to Home Depot are finished for the day. Andy is also a computer wizard. Not just because he’s good with computers, but he has a wizardly impressive beard that he’s known for. Andy is set to marry the love of his life, Alexis in April 2022. James will be standing up in Andy and Lexi’s wedding as well.
John Horsley
Groomsman
James twin brother, and Godfather of his older brother Tanner's daughter Lilly. John was born first, and they could not be more different for being twins. John and James share a hobby with their Dad, and pretty much all the men in their family, hunting. John is currently planning a wedding of his own, with his lovely fiancé Shivani. They have both worked very hard to begin their new life together. Katie and James are looking forward to supporting John and "Shiv" on their special day the same way they helped us on ours. If you want to have a educated conversation about just about anything, go find John and ask him about literally anything, hell be the one with perfect posture, and a Gin and Tonic with cucumber in his hands.
Tanner Horsley
Groomsman
Ahhhhh Tanner…the oldest Horsley brother. The father of James nieces Lilly and Daisy. The Marine. Tanner and James share a similar sense of humor. Tanner and James also both like to test things to the limit! Tanner's no-filter charisma is usually the primary suspect if drinking whiskey and finding some type of shenanigans to get into with his brothers is the theme of the day! Tanner and his wife Jessica fell in love while Tanner was stationed in California, and have been together ever since. Tanner frequently calls James and the family on speaker phone, to keep in touch with family across the country. Tanner and Jessica’s home makes for a great vacation station for any family members needing to get away. Just as long as you don’t mind chickens running around.