Christa & Michael
Wedding Party
Matthew (Chewy) Schmitt
Best Man
Matthew (known to most as Chewy), is my brother and #1 man for my whole life. He has been with me for every milestone. He is the best guy I know and the most eligible bachelor at this wedding...:). He is my best friend in the world. Couldn't do this without him by my side.
Stephanie Slaught-Powers
Maid of Honor
My little sister! She was suppose to be a matron but is now a maid...poor thing had her wedding cancelled due to COVID-19 as well. Steph is fun-loving, poised and runs a tight ship...AKA she's perfect for this job! Love ya, sis!
Cory Slaught
Groomsman
Brother of the bride! Cory currently lives in LA and is a computer engineer. So excited to have another brother joining the family.
Jessica Slaught
Maid of Honor
My baby sister! She has always been the quiet, thoughtful and creative one. Don't let her initial shy impression foul you- she has more spunk and sass than any of us. Love ya, sis!
Kellen Palmer
Groomsman
My cousin Kellen is an incredible husband and father of four (with another one on the way). We grew up together in Montana. We have been by each others side for most things since we were little. Love him and his family, and I am so happy that he will be there to stand beside me.
Madisyn Ukkestad
Bridesmaid
Mike's little sister! She is a wonder mom and a wizard in the kitchen who has always gone out of her way to make me feel a part of the family. Could not be more excited to have her as a sister-in-law!
Tyler Palmer
Groomsman
Tyler is my cousin and one of my best friends from high school in Fairfield, MT. He is a teacher and coach in Three Forks, MT. In addition to being a fitness guru, his other interests involve losing to me in most competitions since high school.
Mckenzie Schmitt
Bridesmaid
Mike's baby sister! She may still be in college but she is wise beyond her years. Her confidence and sincerity make her so much fun to be around. Could not be more excited to have her as a sister-in-law!
Zac Poor
Groomsman
Zac is an extremely talented musician and childhood best friend since he moved to Montana in middle school. He is now a singer/songwriter in LA. He has more talent in his small finger than I do in my whole body. Such an honor to have him as a best friend and groomsman.
Lindsey Owens
Bridesmaid
Lindsey and I go WAY back to 4th grade! She's been by my side since I first moved to California. Her intelligence, independence, generosity and fashion sense are inspirational! She's as close to a sister as friends come.
Eric Anderson
Groomsman
Eric is one of my closest friends from college. He currently lives in Seattle, WA and he is the second most eligible bachelor at the wedding (only second to Chewy). He loves working out, the office, and Karaoking DMX. He is a genuinely good person and I am so proud to call him a friend.
Afton Chavez
Bridesmaid
One of the most adventurous and uplifting people I know! She's also a dermatologists who loves dancing as much as she loves sunscreen (which is saying a lot!). We met in Botswana and have had some incredible adventures ever since. Could not be more excited to have her by my side for this one!
Matt Dlouhy
Groomsman
Matt and I met in college in Montana, but became great friends during our time in Seattle. He is a great husband and father of a little boy. He and his wife Shanell live in Coeur d' Alene, ID where he works in medical sales. Some of my favorite memories involve beating him mercilessly in PIG over and over.
Abby Frisch
Bridesmaid
Abby and I met in college in our sorority. Some of my best and most vivid memories are of Abby, Madi (below) and I. She is an extremely talented singer and an all-around strong, articulate, and graceful human being. If you need a lawyer, she's got you covered...even before law school she was getting me out of cockroach infested apartments with her powerfully worded letters. Don't know where I'd be without her!
Jake Williams
Groomsman
Jake is a college friend from Montana who now lives in Seattle with his wife Stephanie. He is a big wig at Amazon and loves all things sports. When not losing to me in cribbage or shuffle board, you can find Jake in the weight room.
Madisyn Bonestell
Bridesmaid
Another college sorority sister! Madisyn has the best sense of humor and makes me laugh more than anyone! She can always raise my spirits, no matter the circumstance. She has an actual heart of gold, always looking out for her family and friends...and animals! She's a strong advocate for the environment, and to this day, it is her voice in the back of my head that gets me to walk a few extra feet to the recycling bin.
Chauncy Handran
Groomsman
Chauncy is my best friend from medical school. We met on the first day and he spent most of the first class telling me about his 93 mph fast ball....:). We've been friends ever since. He and his wife Randi were always my "home away from home" in Seattle. Chauncy is currently an interventional radiology resident at Duke in North Carolina. He is an amazing husband and father of 3 girls.
Ashley Kita
Bridesmaid
A skilled surgeon and stellar surfer, Ash can do it all! We met in medical school at UCLA and I could not imagine having had to go through all that without her! She is as genuine and thoughtful as she is ambitious. I am always in awe of her!
Andrew Baker
Groomsman
Andrew grew up in South Carolina and is currently a head and neck surgical resident at OHSU. He is incredibly intelligent and caring. Fortunately, or unfortunately he introduced me to wine and has taught me everything I know on the subject. He has been my closest friend throughout residency. So proud to have him as a groomsman.
Alix Dixon
Bridesmaid
Alix is one of the first friends I made in Portland when we both moved here for residency! I've never met anyone with more costumes or more endurance on a dance floor. Big congrats to her too- she's getting married this summer to Mr. Jarell Hunt! Could not be happier for you two! XO
Cory Luoma
Officiant
Cory is one of my best friends since I can remember. We grew up together in Fairfield, MT. He is an amazing husband and father of two. Cory is one of those people that just does the right thing every time. I have always looked up to him and I am so thankful and proud to have him marry us.