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June 1, 2019
Normal, Illinois
#LaisEmUp

Taylor & Alex

    Mr. and Mrs. Lais
    The MVP's
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The MVP's

Kailey Brandon

Maid of Honor

The real MVP, Taylor's sister, also known as "the favorite" in their household. Likes: taking selfies, dogs, Natty Light Dislikes: being told no


TJ Bogar

Best Man

Somehow made it through middle school, high school, and college while dealing with Alex. Likes: Blondes, Baseball, and 4am duet power hours Dislikes: Blondes

Samantha Witczak

Bridesmaid

The realest party girl and loudest person we know. There's so much to say and so little space, so we will just keep it as, our lives would be SUPER boring without her! Likes: swiping right, singing loudly, going to as many Cubs games as possible Dislikes: sleeping without a fan, walking "too far" when she has to use the restroom


Paul Stephens

Groomsman

Caused an average of $4,500 in house damages per year in college, is now a home owner. Likes: Buying dogs on a whim, drinking games, beer(!) Dislikes: Cleaning and unbroken house items

Taylor Hiltbrand

Bridesmaid

T2 for life! Yes, Taylor and Taylor have the same name, yes they get confused when you say their name and make them both turn around. Fun fact: T2 basically lived with Taylor one summer in high school making her an honorary Brandon! Likes: Her two dogs (Champ is the cutest though), stalking florist instagrams, lemon drop shots Dislikes: too many lemon drop shots


Brandon Taylor

Groomsman

The opposite of Taylor Brandon, Brandon Taylor serves as the yin to the yang in our life, adding chaos and confusion. Likes: Bud light case races, California squishy grass, and bucket hats Dislikes: Alex Lais and Mark Boswell

DeAnn Jiles

Bridesmaid

Ginger! One of two gingers on the squad, Lawson Hall brought her and Taylor together freshman year of college and they've been friends ever since! She also introduced Taylor to Tri Delta, which is a huge reason for a lot of the friendships you see on this page! DeAnn also went to high school with Alex and went with Taylor to talk to him at Ike's! Likes: online shopping, putting as many bows as possible on her dog, ordering take out Dislikes: leaving her cozy home and being on dating apps


Cy Lambert

Groomsman

Mainly added in for diversity, but also as a repayment for Cy saving Alex on countless occasions by calling him off on pop flys during their baseball careers. Likes: Cheese toasties, AZ adventures, and “real” Mexican food Dislikes: Improper ways to count to 20 and Coach Fulfur

Shelby Proctor

Bridesmaid

Sassy Shelly is the realest of them all with arguably the best hair. Fun Fact: she didn't want to be Taylor's friend when she first saw her because of her RBF Likes: being a hippy child, outdoor hikes with her dog, tellin you like it is Dislikes: not being sent flowers


Mark Boswell

Groomsman

The most controversial pick of the party, will always give you his opinion when you really never asked. Likes: Insurance policies, Busch light, and the song “Everytime We Touch” by Cascada Dislikes: $4 beers

Kate Costigan

Bridesmaid

Kitty, ginger number 2! Her eyebrows are always on point, and that's true talent people! Kate brings a light to the room that you'd miss if she wasn't around between her smile and her laugh, she's always a good time and ready to cheers with an Angry Orchard! Likes: Snapchatting her dog, posting selfies, wine Dislikes: Not being invited to Toons if you're going


Caleb Will

Groomsman

If there is a Will, there is a way, and that way will teach you all of the math you never wanted to learn. Likes: Math, falling asleep in random places, and rural America Dislikes: The misuse of PEMDAS and turning while skiing

Lauren Brzezinski

Bridesmaid

LoLo, the ultimate girl next door. She's the classiest of them all but has a secret sassy side that you gotta watch out for! Lauren is always down for a good time and also a good nap (see Sam's snapchat stories for reference) Likes: going on romantic dates, living her best Tri Delta life, SAE men Dislikes: SAE men


Trent Gebben

Groomsman

Alex never really heard him talk for the first two years of their friendship, can’t get him to stop talking loudly ever since. Likes: Tinder, Texas, and Taylor’s friends Dislikes: Uneducated sport opinions

Meghan Lais

Bridesmaid

Alex's sister and the life of any party! Meghan is always down for a good time no matter the time or place and we love her for that! Likes: being the life of the party, adventure and new places, baby powder Dislikes: chapped thighs


Connor Brandon

Groomsman

The main reason for Sir Charleston Ike being in our lives, which was his second best, worst decision he made, right behind living with Taylor and Alex in Cape Girardeau. Likes: Snap decision making, animals of all kind, and pizza Dislikes: Roommates

Dalton Jimison

Usher

Alex’s third little in the Fraternity world, and just like the third child, he was always the favorite, doing no wrong and given all the attention (sorry Brad and TJ). Likes: The Illini, Decatur, and responding every 16 days in our group chat Dislikes: Doing anything outside of Decatur, IL


Brad Snider

Usher

Alex’s first little in the Fraternity world, and just like the first child, he was soon forgotten and left to fend for himself. Likes: Rocks, Spanish, and Sam’s family Dislikes: Not being able to lick salt lamps

Journey Kleman

Flower Girl


Michael Galijatovic

Ring Bearer

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