Kim & Steph
Wedding Party
Alyson Anderson
Officiant Lumberqueen
. "Will probably end up secretly marrying Kim at our wedding ceremony." -Steph "Thanks to Aly's spontaneity, this literal Queen single-handedly saved the day and is the reason we (Kim & Steph) were at the concert where we first fell in love and she has given us such amazing, unwavering support ever since. Aly taking on the role of our Officiant Lumberqueen has meant the world to us; we wouldn't want it any other way!" -Kim . .
Kayla Villa
Steph's 'Lumberjill'
. "#1 Fan of Mariah Carey's 'Underneath the Tree.' Kayla was always the star of our holiday dance recitals, she really put the SLAY in sleigh bells jingling, ring ting tingling too" -Steph "Kayla is one of the most kind individuals I have ever met. She has always been so supportive of every single creative wedding idea Steph and I talked about before we even began any planning for our big day. Seeing Kayla's excitement when Steph and I would talk about how we met, the start of our relationship, wedding plans, etc., never failed to show us just how much she truly wanted her cousin Steph to be happy." -Kim . .
Jessica Dwyer
Steph's 'Lumberjill'
. "Grammy nominated for her performance of 'You're a Grand Old Flag' in The Family Holiday Play, and might currently be texting some girl from college named Stephanie about the wedding thinking it's me." -Steph "Jess is one of the realest people I know. Vibing with Jess is always such a fun time, she never fails to make Steph and I laugh harder than anyone else can! My favorite thing to do at any holiday party or family event is to show Jess new features of her fancy camera. You know it's gotta be a great time if the photos don't capture the memory, but the memory is capturing the photos" -Kim . .
Elissa Ricchetti
Steph's 'Lumberjill of Honor'
. "Close friend of the Brides-to-be, and my work bestie! Elissa loves her pets, long walks in the forest preserve, and microscopes #ScienceQueen" -Steph "Elissa is our OG!!! She has been there for Steph and I quite literally since day 1. She joined Steph and I on our very first date and has been an amazing friend who has never failed to be there for us throughout the ups and downs of life. As forces in the world threw obstacles our way, the only thing Elissa ever wanted for Steph and I was to be happy. Elissa is someone incredibly genuine that we can always count on to be her true self and tell it like it is! There's no one else in this world like Elissa and we feel lucky to have her in our life as our friend!" -Kim . .
Bill Wittstock
Kim's 'Best Lumberjack'
. "Most likely to actually be a secret agent but play it off as his """murder mystery job""" -Steph "When Steph and I got engaged, Bill was the very first person that I was 100% sure I wanted in my wedding party. I couldn't imaging a perfect wedding day without Bill up there next to me. Bill is not just my brother, but he is one of my best friends. Bill has been incredibly supportive and a big reason as to why after years of negative outside pressures & thus, internal struggles, I finally found the courage to come out. All Bill ever wants for anyone in this world is to see others happy, he is the most understanding, considerate, and selfless person I know. Bill set the standard for me when I think about what it means to be an incredible human being." -Kim . .
Meghan Freund
Kim's 'Lumberjill of Honor'
. "Frog whisperer and infant mouse mother of the year 2014 award winner. Also apparently were lab partners one time in college before I even knew Kim existed." -Steph "Meghan has been one of my best friends since high school; here for me through the wild roller coaster ride that life has taken me on since! Because we are both the type of people to always be doing the absolute most in our lives 24/7, we don't always get a chance to see one another, but Meghan is the kind of best friend that when we finally hang out, it's always an absolute blast. Meghan is the funniest person I know, and I love that we have the same sense of wholesome, goofy, sarcastic humor. The years of memories we have made are absolutely invaluable as it really is an honor to have such a trustworthy & sincere friend with the purest heart standing in my corner no matter what." -Kim . .
Jenny Marks
Kim's 'Lumberjill'
. "Most likely to apologize for talking your ear off even though the apology is not necessary because talking to Jenny is truly the best part of hanging out with the fam" -Steph "Jenny is a beautiful beam of sunshine and smiles everywhere she goes. As someone who radiates positivity and joy on the regular, I wish there were more people in this world like Jenny, but that is not possible in reality because she is truly one of a kind. Throughout any stress involved with wedding planning, Jenny was always there for Steph and I to remind us that it is our special day and we do not have to feel as though we need to meet everyone's expectations of what a wedding should look like." -Kim . .
Kevin Dwyer
Flower boy 'Lumberjack' (Usher #1)
. "Voted most likely to be at a music festival or random stoop performance at any given time." -Steph "Kevin is someone who I can always count on to have the most fun conversations with, whether it be about music, concerts, shoes, or LEGO, I am always excited to chat with Kevin. He is such a cool dude, always with an inside scoop on all the exclusive happenings we somehow never know about, but love to hear about! Since day 1, Kevin has only ever made Steph and I feel truly accepted, and he has always shown us love & support." -Kim . .
Joey Stone
Flower boy 'Lumberjoey' - (Usher #2)
. "The only teacher on the planet who loves earth science as much as me!" -Steph "I got to know Joey through our work at the Safe School, and even though it was his first year teaching at the time, he still did all he could to support me on even the toughest days. Joey is one of the most generous, positive, and caring educators that I have ever had the pleasure of working alongside. The amazing work Joey does with our students leaves me with such admiration for his patience, persistence, and his heart of gold. I feel lucky to have the opportunity to work with someone who over the years has become a great friend that never fails to stand up for what he thinks is right and support the love Steph and I have for one another." -Kim . .