Wedding Party
Elizabeth Lewan
Maid of Honor
On Meredith's first day of swim practice at the University of Mary Washington, she was lost and confused about which lane to join. Elizabeth welcomed her with open arms to join Lane 5. From that day forward, they were inseparable. Elizabeth and Meredith share a love for all things Bravo, "Whoop it up" nights, and books.
Ryan McGhee
Man of Honor
Meredith and Ryan met while swimming at the University of Mary Washington. Their friendship really began to blossom on a trip to Myrtle Beach in the spring of 2012. Ever since, they have been attached at the hip. When Ryan and Meredith get together, you can guarantee it is going to be a wild time.
Olivia Malley
Bridesmaid
Olivia and Meredith met when they were 9 and 10 years old while swimming for their club swim team, Poseidon. One fond memory they cherish is when Olivia's father drove them to an early morning swim meet. Mr. Ross took the wrong exit, and 10 year old Meredith said "Mr. Ross, can't you just take a short cut through the trees?". 20 years later and there has definitely been no short cuts in their friendship! Meredith and Olivia are both registered nurses and are now practically neighbors in their hometown.
Meredith Drummond
Bridesmaid
How many people in life can say they have a best friend with the exact same name? Meredith^2 met while swimming for their club team, Poseidon. They share many fond memories of being roommates at nearly every travel swim meet. Meredith^2 remained close throughout college, visiting each other when they both were in the off season. Meredith can't imagine her big day without the other Meredith by her side!
Ellen Yap
Bridesmaid
Ellen is Meredith's future sister-in-law. From the moment they met, Ellen welcomed Meredith into the Gronseth family with open arms and made her feel right at home. Meredith could not be more excited to be gaining a sister! Ellen and Meredith are both proud dog moms to Copper and Moose. They are looking forward to many dog play dates in the future!
Paul Staples
Best Man
Paul and Peter met at the University of Richmond at some point and have been friends ever since. After graduating, they lived together for six years and lived five minutes away for the next two. Because of this, the two remained pretty inseparable, some might argue too inseparable. Approximately 71% of their friendship has been spent watching football, getting food and going to the pool.
Remy Griggs
Groomsman
Remy and Peter met the first week of freshman year at the University of Richmond. A notorious duo, they lived together for 2.5 years including a semester in Madrid, Spain where they did a lot of studying and had no fun. Since then, even though they have lived in different cities, you can always expect the same when they get together.
Tim Robustelli
Groomsman
Tim and Peter met in fourth grade at South School in New Canaan, CT. Their childhood homes were walking distance apart so a great amount of time was spent at both. Even though they parted ways for college, they spent every break together back in CT, highlighted by trips to Tony's Deli, multiple Kegs and Eggs Thanksgiving mornings, and walking home at night before Uber existed. Tim ended up in the greater DC area, which has helped them stay in touch since.
Zack Francis
Groomsman
Coincidentally, Zack was the first person Peter met going to the University of Richmond during the spring of high school senior year. After graduating, Zack also lived with Peter and Paul creating Richmond's most formidable roommate trio. They have managed to remain great friends despite rooting for opposite sides of the Yankees Red Sox rivalry.
Albert Thompson
Groomsman
Albert is Meredith's brother and Peter's soon to be brother in law. While their relationship has been brief, Peter has enjoyed getting to know Albert through many visits to the Thompson household and steak dinners courtesy of Al Thompson. Albert, a recent pharmacy school graduate from Virginia Commonwealth University, administered all of Peter's COVID vaccine shots, strengthening their bond.
Moose
Best Dog
Moose is Meredith and Peter's 3 year old dog. Moose is a wild boy, but full of love and joy. He has shared many naps on the couch with his parents, watches a ton of Yankees baseball with his dad, and is throughly enjoying chasing bunnies in his new fenced in backyard. While he won't be able to join us for the big day, he will be considered an honorary wedding party member.