GARRETT & KAYLEE
Wedding PARTY!
Jarle
Father of the Bride
Jarle is Kaylee's hero. For her entire life, Jarle has been her rock, her constant support, her source of encouragement, and the love of her life. He has been by her side through every situation in her life - both good and bad - and has been the strength behind every decision she has ever made. Because of him, she truly found herself, and continues to grow every day. She feels like the luckiest girl in the world that he is her Daddy. The way that he loves her mother, taught her as a little girl what she deserves - and she is so lucky to have a man in her life just like him! She can't wait to take this walk with him towards her future!
Mark
Father of the Groom
Mark is one the strongest role models that Garrett has tried to model himself after. G describes his father as loyal, compassionate, hard-working, and the rock of his family. Garrett feels extremely blessed to have been raised by such amazing parents and will always love them both to death. G knows how to be a man based on the example set by his father and will never be able to repay him for all the life lessons shared throughout his life.
Mary
Mother of the Bride
Mary is Kaylee's very best friend. From tea parties and baby dolls when she was tiny, to shopping and hours of deeper conversations now that she is an adult, Mary has been there, right by Kaylee's side. She is Kaylee's constant. Mary is the sweetest, most selfless person that you could ever meet. She embodies all that Kaylee aspires to be - as a wife, mother, friend, sister, aunt, daughter-in-law, etc. There have been many obstacles in Kaylee's life, that she completely owes the outcome to Mary. She has molded Kaylee into the person that she is - because of Mary's wisdom through a rough patch, Kaylee had the courage to go on a date with G. Kaylee can't wait to spend the best day of her life with her mom, her best friend, her Nobrino.
Wendy
Mother of the Groom
Wendy is the most patient, caring, and kind hearted person that G has ever met - which he knows is amazing considering that she had her hands full raising Garrett and his older brother Chad!! She is the glue that holds G's family together, and the role model for how to have a successful marriage. Garrett thanks her for all she has done for him and their family, and the sacrifices and decisions that she has made to put others before herself.
Lexie
Maid of Honor
Kaylee's baby sister, and built-in, life-long best friend! Kaylee and Lexie talk every day and share everything in life with each other. The miles between them haven't gotten in the way of the love they have for each other. From playing babies as little girls, to watching Lexie as a new mom, Kaylee is and always will be inspired by her baby sister. Lexie is Kaylee's forever role model, sounding board, and voice of reason. Through the toughest points in Kaylee's life, Lexie has been by her side - Kaylee can't wait to have her by her side for the most important day yet!
Kathryn
Bridesmaid
Kaylee and Kathryn were friends in high school, and she fell in love with Kaylee's big brother, Kyle! They got married, and had 3 beautiful babies! With years of shopping, coffee, advice, party planning, friendship and love, Kaylee has had some of her best laughs with Kathryn! Kathryn's strength and patience has been something that Kaylee will forever look up to. Kaylee won the sister-in-law lottery with Kat and loves her very much!!
Mikala
Bridesmaid
Kaylee and Mikala have been the best of friends since they met 4 years ago. Many, many, many late nights, road trips, long conversations, adventures, heartbreaks, love stories, and FUN! They can tell what each other is thinking with only a look, and will be best friends until they are old a grey. Kaylee couldn't imagine her life without her Grace.
Erin
Bridesmaid
Erin and Kaylee have been close friends for almost a decade. There is not a day that goes by that they don't make each other laugh with their silly voices and millions of inside jokes. Many late nights, drinks, embarrassing situations, slurpees & musashi's, laughs and cries. Kaylee knows that Erin will always be her forever friend.
Lindie
Bridesmaid
From reenacting episodes of Family Matters for their parents, to being adults and realizing that family is all that matters, Kaylee couldn't have asked for a better friend in a cousin! Lindie has always been a role model in Kaylee's life, and Kaylee is so honored to have her by her side on her special day!
Tori
Bridesmaid
Tori and Kaylee have always been cousins, but have become close friends throughout life as well!! Growing up miles apart, Kaylee in CO and Tori in AZ, was never fun. But every time they got the chance to get together, they had a special bond. Tori has always been there for support, a shoulder to cry on, and a laugh!
Lindsey
Bridesmaid
Lindsey is Kaylee's new sister-in-law, married to G's brother Chad! They met in the summer of 2016 at a concert in South Dakota. After many drinks, talk of make-up, and hours of FaceTime, Kaylee knows that they will be more than "sisters", they will forever be friends. Kaylee feels so lucky to have Lindsey in her life, and can't wait for her to share this day!
Chad
Best Man
Chad is Garrett's older brother, only other sibling, and life-long best man. Chad lives in Sioux Falls, SD, and that often makes G sad that he is not able to see his brother every day. However, no amount of distance between these two brothers can ever make them stop caring for each other. Chad is the protector of his younger brother G. Garrett loves Chad, and always hopes he knows how much he has appreciated his love and friendship during their lives. G is so excited to have Chad next to him on his special day.
Kyle
Groomsman
Kyle is Kaylee's older brother, friend, and protector. In him, Kaylee has years and years of memories - of laughter, tears, hugs, long talks and fun. Kyle has always, no matter what, supported every decision that Kaylee has ever made...even if they were bad ones. Kaylee couldn't be more thankful for Kyle, and can't wait to have him standing up with her on the biggest day of her life, and Garrett is so happy to get to have him as a brother.
Dan
Groomsman
Dan is one of Garrett's childhood best friends. G and Dan started school together in kindergarten, and both graduated from the same small high school in rural Lawton, Iowa. Dan's story is very much interlinked to Garrett's, since it was at Dan and Lexie's wedding that Kaylee and G first met, Garrett is excited to have one of the nicest guys on earth become his brother.
John
Groomsman
DJ JD, a.k.a. DJ Johnny HotCakes, a.k.a. John D, Garcia is, and always will be, one of G's best friends from law school. From the mad DJ skills, to the endless knowledge about Corpus Christi and Tacos. Garrett and John will always enjoy their time grilling BBQ and drinking Dos Equis. John is just an extremely likable individual that exudes positivity and Garrett feels lucky to call him a friend.
Ben
Groomsman
Ben Bonner is one of the funniest people that Garrett has ever met. They met on a private tour of the school before either of them formally decided to enroll at Tech Law. Garrett knows that they will always remain great friends, whether it be talking about fantasy football, betting on UFC fights (SOME of which Garrett can remember), or grilling steaks. Ben is a standup guy that looks out for his friends, and G is thankful to call him one of his best.
Anthony
Groomsman
Anthony is Garrett's "Redneck Asian" (this was cleared with Anthony...lol) friend, and rocks snakeskin cowboy boots better than anyone in the world you will ever meet. Anthony and his sweet WIFE (woohoo) Jessica, completely embraced Kaylee, and have become Kaylee & G's closest friends in Lubbock. From borrowing tools and watching Anthony and Bailey get into fights, to sitting next to each other in classes trying not to get called on, Garrett knows that Anthony will always be one of his closest friends.
Bailey
Groomsman
How to sum up Bailey McShane.....Bailey can have strong opinions, but G knew once he got to know this guy, he had a life-long best friend. Bailey is another of Garrett's friends from law school that has been a part of the unmentionable "group text" that G and all his friends are a part of. They have shared many laughs, drinks, and conversations that will always be special to Garrett. G knows that he could cold call Bailey at any moment and he would do whatever he could to help. He is just "that kind" of friend.
Ellie
Flower Girl
Sweet Ellie Bea. Her Aunt Kaylee couldn't love her more. From the moment Kaylee found out that her brother Kyle and sister-in-law Kathryn were having a little GIRL, Kaylee was over the moon excited. Watching her grow into a talking, spunky, happy, smart little girl has been one of Kaylee's greatest joys. Kaylee can't wait for Ellie Bea to be her little princess on her wedding day, and can't wait to see the most beautiful girl in the world all dressed up by her side.
Gracelynn
Flower Girl
Gracie is the youngest of G's brother Chad's 3 kids and is the self-proclaimed "baby" of the Oates family. her brothers would certainly say she is the favorite, even though Aunt Kaylee and Uncle G love them all equally. Grace is shy at first, but so much fun once you get her out of her shell. She will (no doubt) be clinging to the side of her "Meme", otherwise knows as her step-mom Lindsey at the wedding. K & G can't wait to see how pretty little Grace looks on the big day, and are so happy that she will be there to celebrate with them.
Eli
Ring Bearer
Eli James Wood is the little man who made Kaylee an aunt for the first time. Eli is the sweetest, smartest boy Kaylee has ever met. Spending time with Eli has been one of the biggest joys in Kaylee's life. She has learned all of her knowledge of outer space and superhero's from Eli. Watching him grow into the sweet soul that he is has completely enriched her life. She misses him every day - and can't wait to have him with her on her wedding day.
Ty
Ring Bearer
Ty David Wood is Kaylee's second nephew. Kaylee has felt a special bond to Ty his entire life - must be a middle child thing!! When Ty came into this world, Kaylee fell in love all over again, after falling in love with his big brother Eli. There aren't enough adjectives in the world to describe Ty - funny, kind, loving, smart, curious - the list goes on and on. Kaylee misses her little buddy daily and is so excited for him to dance with her on August 4th!
Jack
Ring Bearer
Little Jack David Willer is the newest addition to the Wood family! Aunt K and Uncle G are so head over heels, completely in love with this little man. He is the cuddliest, most kissable little man in the world. Everyone can't wait to see him in a teenie, tiny tuxedo on the Wedding Day!!
Carter
Ring Bearer
Carter Robert is the oldest of G's brother's children. He is about to be taller than his Uncle G, and he is only 12 years old!! Carter is such an amazing young man that has an avid love of science, but definitely not history. G wishes every day that he was able to spend more time with Carter than he is able to! K & G are so excited that their "Cartier" will be able to spend this special time with them! On wedding weekend, you will definitely be able to find this dancing machine on the dance floor!!
Parker
Ring Bearer
Parker James-David Oates is G's "middle" nephew. he is energetic, charismatic, and story-filled little individual you will ever meet! Parker most definitely have some dance moves he has been working on, and is completely prepared for the dance floor. Aunt Kaylee & Uncle G cannot explain how excited they are to have little "Parks" with them on the big day!
Mike
Usher
Mikey Joe is Kaylee's older cousin - although he has always felt more like another older brother. Kaylee has many memories of Mike that will forever be a special place in her heart. Building forts with Kyle and Jared as little kids, stealing scotch-a-roos from the dessert table before dinner, going for drives listening to Shania Twain and Korn when he was in high school, and many many more. It is only fitting that Mikey is a part of the biggest day of Kaylee's life.
Ryan
Usher
If you are able to have the pleasure of talking with Ryan Mitchell, you will be speaking with not only one of the most genius people K & G have ever met, you will be speaking to one of the kindest most generous people in the world. Ryan is another of G's law school buddies, and G specially picked Ryan to be an usher out of the rest of the crew, because G knows that everyone Ryan walks to their seat will have a FUN, slightly awkward conversation on the way. Ryan is going to achieve monumentious things in this live, and K & G are so lucky to have a friend like Ryan!
Bee
Wedding Singer
When Bee was a little girl, she and Kaylee spent hundreds of summer days, and late nights together. Playing outside, playing with dolls, watching movies, playing dress up, telling stories, and singing. Not only has Bee grown up into the most beautiful woman, she has the MOST beautiful voice Kaylee has ever heard. Kaylee couldn't be more proud to know Bee, and is the luckiest that this sweet girl will be singing at the ceremony. Everyone get her autograph.....she will be a bigger star than Beyonce!
Kaia
Photographer
Sweet Aunt Kaia is not only one of the most special people in Kaylee's life, she doubles as the most amazing photographer out there. Kaylee and Garrett are so thankful and LUCKY that Kaia will be the one to capture their special day. With every joy, and every hardship Kaylee has had, Kaia has been right there by her side. Always there for words of love, advice, and placing courage in Kaylee's heart. The big day also lies on Kaia's 60th BIRTHDAY!! Make sure to give her lots of love!!
Roy
Officiant
Roy is Kaylee's Uncle, and it is so very special that he is the one that is going to making K&G's love official forever. Uncle Roy speaks with such love and passion, and is one of the kindest most gentle souls you will ever meet. Kaylee has gotten to have Uncle Roy in her entire life, and G got to bond with him over Alabama Football at Dan's bachelor party a few years ago. The future Mr. & Mrs. Oates couldn't think of a better person to marry them!