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Richard Dumler

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Kayla Tabone

Richard Dumler

and

Kayla Tabone

October 12, 2024

Branson, MO

Our First Date

“I don’t believe in love at first sight. But I do believe in seeing someone and knowing instantly that they’re going to be important to you.” – Michael Scott

Richard and I met in May of 2021 at my friend Taylor's birthday dinner. We really only talked for a couple of minutes, and I thought nothing of it. A couple months go by, and I get a call from Taylor saying Richard thought I was cute. Naturally, I like being called cute, so I decided to message him. Our first date consisted of me in sweatpants and flip flops and his drunk friend Emil. We were around the fire listening to Emil talk about how terrible the government is. This went on for hours, lol. I didn't know if I would ever get to talk to Richard; until I mentioned the beat-up lifted green suburban that was causally sitting next to Emil's semi. This was the beginning of an interesting night. Richard gestured to me to get in the burb. He then said to me he traded his old, lifted Subaru for this beast. My thought in that moment was who would want a lifted Subaru, and why would I then proceed to trust this man with my life. I knew he wasn't going to take me on a "Cruise." No, that was something only Nelly and Florida Georgia Line lie about in their hit song. Let me be clear, there is a difference between someone buying a car with a stock lift kit and someone who can and will put a lift kit on their car. One will "cruise" the other will get in one of these three scenarios, "we may die"....."I'm gonna try something" and or the classic "whelp, I broke something." Richard slowly approached this mud pit (I thought ok, this is fine. I am not dead, and this is manageable.) he then immediately gunned it up the hill. I almost pooped myself when I realized we were vertical and just stuck. I could see the trees and stars. All I could hear was the bubbling noises from the exhaust in the water. This is when, whelp, he broke something. Before he towed the car out of the mud pit, he ran over to my door and fished me out of the water (I was still, in fact, wearing flip flops). After that incident he and I talk for a couple hours before he walked me over to my car and said, "Miss Kayla, I will date you." And to that I said "Ha, ok if you think so."

Schedule

We're still planning the weekend's events and will update this section soon.

Travel

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Registry

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Wedding Party

Faith Tabone

Maid of Honor

My (Kayla) first best friend. I always wanted a sister, and it seemed like it was never going to happen. I guess God decided to answer my prayers! Faith and I do pretty much everything together, and I am pretty sure we haven't ever gone more than a week and a half or so without seeing each other. If I didn't have my A type personality sister, everything would be pushed off until last minute...(I am not organized). Plus, why wouldn't I trust a sommelier with an espresso machine that's the highest level of class, Period. She has been my workout partner and fellow secret horse girl. Faith and I also may be one cat away from being full-blown cat ladies. We laugh with each other all of the time and make the most of everyday! If you would like more information from Miss Faith, please refer to the FAQs. In all seriousness, I am just so excited to share this special day with my sister by my side. All the years of Say Yes to the Dress and RomComs have finally paid off.

Abraham Salgado

Best Man

Leslie Dodge

Matron of Honor

Let me start off by saying Leslie and I (Kayla) believe there will be another duo as iconic as Kristen Wiig and Maya Rudolph and we think it's us.... obviously. Leslie and I go way back. She is a very special person in my life. I couldn't have made it through grade school without her. Our story began in a usual way....I wasn't a fan. I met Leslie in 5th grade we then went on to share the school bus in 6th grade. She was very extraverted and whimsical. I struggled with that mainly because I enjoyed/ still enjoy attention. I will say this though she broke me and became my person. (Before Richard...lol.) When I got my first cell phone I would literally text Leslie all day long. This is not an exaggeration. I am pretty sure our parents couldn't understand what we were talking about all day long. While at school, if we weren't in the same class.... I would be pretending to listen to the teachers when I was really texting Leslie. We are now both grown up and have found our soulmates! (which we will include in our next Backstreet Boys music video!) I am so glad I get to share this moment with my best friend.

Cameron Sypher

Groomsman

Taylor Woolley

Bridesmaid

I (Kayla) first met Tay Tay in Mrs. Gregory's class...she was the new girl, and everyone knew this because she walked in very late to class. I felt so bad for her since everyone just stopped and stared, I'm pretty sure you could hear her blinking; it was that awkward. So, I introduced her to my group of friends. Leslie immediately put her ring into her mouth, and shouted, "I'm sick." I am surprised she still wanted to be friends with us after that. Tay Tay was one of the coolest people I knew. She always had a job, a Starbucks, and her nails done. Much like Lana Del Rey, she is her own essence. In fact, she has been called a raven-haired goddess. Which is fitting. We became even closer after high school when we lived together in Fort Collins. I had so much fun living with my best friend! The first day in Fort Collins was magical! We ate doughnuts on the deck of our first apartment talking about what our adulthood would come to be. Tay Tay and I would laugh until we cried most days, and we would talk for hours with our bedroom doors open before heading to bed. I was fortunate enough to witness her fall in love with David and spend time with them on their special day! I am so honored to have such a beautiful friend and even more excited to introduce her as one of my bridesmaids.

Noah Tabone

Groomsman

My (Kayla) brother, When Noah was brought into this world, I was in a Dipsy costume. I hid around the corner, obviously not very happy to have to share the spotlight and he wasn't a sister. Plus, I told my parents he doesn't even talk. Well years passed and Noah and I became pretty close. Noah is the Professor Xaiver of our family. He is very intelligent and always has an answer to everything. He also would like to fulfill his dreams of mutants and humans coexisting peacefully. Noah and I have always had the same sense of humor and our goal is to make each other laugh every time we are together. We still haven't decided who the funnier Tabone is. Noah is also the only one I know (besides Leslie) to cry at the live action Transformers movie. He claims it was because he didn't blink; but I don't know the verdict is still out on that one. Here's to the brother who will always be cooler than me and who will always say "Well actually, I liked this band before it was famous. Also, cookie dough is only bad to eat raw because of the uncooked flour, that can get you extremely sick." Thank you for all the fun facts and for being one of my favorite brothers!

Korra Tabone

Bridesmaid

I (Kayla) have known Korra for a while. She is my sister-in-law, but she has been more like sister as the years have gone on. Korra and Ethan met when they were 13 so that means I was 17. When I first met Korra, she was a little shy and didn't say much. I was afraid I scared her off, since I am an opinionated big sister. Korra finally ended up feeling comfortable around me and the family, and we have had the most exciting adventures together! Traveling with Korra has been so amazing! She is also one of the most beautiful, patient, and caring mothers I have ever seen. My nephews are so kind and well-rounded because of Korra and Ethan. She is someone who has been a part of the family since day one. She has always belonged with us, and my wedding day wouldn't be complete without her. I had the time of my life at Ethan and Korra's Wedding. My speech to Korra at her wedding was filled with tears and the talk of feeling like her being my sister since the beginning, and how much we love makeup lol I definitely had too much to drink and shouldn't have been given the microphone. Even though what I said from that speech was in fact true.

Ethan Tabone

Groomsman

My (Kayla) wild brother who is always the life of the party. He in fact, will be one of the most fun people you will come across. Whether that is at the wedding or everyday life. I have the pleasure of not only being related to Ethan, but I also get to work with him. We spend most of our days making fun of our boss (haha, just kidding dad). This is super embarrassing, but Ethan was the person to teach me how to ride a bike. He was 3 and I was 7....He pushes me to be better; mostly because he is so naturally athletic, and I hate losing. He is extremely loyal and very family oriented. I cannot tell you how many times Ethan has helped me out and has made the worst situations better. He and I always have a great time. A great example of us making the best of any situation was when we were cleaning the black hose from that RV. I was so mad we had to do that, but as the "water" was coming out Ethan couldn't control the hose and waste went everywhere and all we could do was laugh. We were probably the most annoying people at the RV park that day. Ethan, Noah, Faith and I always had the most fun together and we should thank Ethan since he was always the guineapig in our childhood games. So honored he is going to be a part of our (Richard and I) special day.

Taryn Sandy

Bridesmaid

Wyatt

Groomsman

Katie Kurtz

wedding planner/flower girl/bestie

I (Kayla) am pretty sure Katie and I first bonded because we were playfully making fun of our friend Taylor. Katie and I have been friends since middle school. We are always having so much fun together! One of my favorite memories with Katie is when Arianna and I did her hair and makeup for prom. She is so cool; she was asked to prom Sophomore year. I couldn't believe it I couldn't wait for her to have the time of her life! Well, she did not have the time of her life, but we always talk about how much fun getting ready for prom was. We left high school and went on to explore life. We rekindled our friendship on St Paddy's Day in 2021. We played cards and talked until like 4am that night. Katie is my number one movie buddy; she is always ready to go to the movies with me. Even if it's the worst movie we have ever seen, we always have a good time! Katie also had the pleasure of witnessing Richard and I fall in love she was there on May 25th, 2021, when Richard and I first met. I cannot thank Katie enough. She is such an amazing person she is truly one of my best friends she has been so helpful. Katie has been there with me through a lot of life moments, and it wouldn't be complete without her there for our wedding thank you so so much! Richard and I love you!

Loryl Tabone

Mother of the Bride

My (Kayla) mother, the person I admire so much! She is such a strong woman. I have the best mother in the world. She has always been there for me. Faith, Korra, Mom and I are the four "sisters." We like to say this because, everyone always assumes we are anyways. She is so much more than just a supportive mother, she is also the best grandmother to Samson, Emerson and Franklin. It has been even more fun going through motherhood alongside my mom, she has taught me so much. My mom is one of the most bubbly and outgoing people. She has been known to be spotted on the YMCA wall since she is one of the most influential members to grace the floor. My mother and I are pretty inseparable I tell her everything and we are around each other pretty much every day. She is one of the best workout buddies and has taught me everything I know. She has also loved Richard since she met him. Which was one evening when he happened to be "stuck" in the driveway. I tried to keep our relationship a secret for the first couple days but, we are all convinced he just wanted to meet the family.

Justin Tabone

Father of the Bride

Joyce Dumler

Mother of the Groom

Frank Dumler

Father of the Groom

Jeremy Marsico

Usher

James

Usher

Justin Tabone

Officiant

Frank N' Sons (Frank In Sones)

Ring Bearer

Richard Dumler

Groom

Kayla Tabone

Bride

Things To Do

We're making a list of our favorite activities and sights in the area. Check back soon.

FAQs

Question

Will there be an off-road enthusiast just in case I get lost and or run over a ladder on the highway?

Answer

Yes! Faith has the skills and tools to handle this type of situation. Please, don't hesitate to ask Faith any driving questions she is an expert, and has successfully jumped a ladder on I-25. Miss Faith has also been willing to risk her life for a good cup of coffee. She would like everyone to know not to be intimidated. She puts on her seatbelt like everyone else.