Ran + Van
Wedding Party
Tina Bettner
Matron of Honor
It's the bride's prerogative to choose the woman to whom she feels closest to stand next to her as she exchanges her vows. For Randi, that is her Mother. My mother and I are very close and I couldn't think of a better person to have by my side. She gave me life and has been my rock throughout these years. She is so inspiring and talented. I wouldn't be the person I am today without her support and guidance. We have quite the bond and I'm lucky to call her my best friend.
Angelica Lee
Bridesmaid
OH JELLERS. Randi and Angelica have been friends for over a decade. Angelica was a great influence on Randi. She taught her quite a lot of essential life lessons ;) She is quick witted and always keeps Randi laughing. She is a mother to two girls, Tatum and Peyton. Randi and Van absolutely adore them and are proud to call themselves Aunt and Uncle. BTW please pray for Angelica as she is deathly terrified of frogs and the wedding venue is at a pond...
Ashtin Bjorklund
Bridesmaid
Ashtin and Randi have quite the history! Little do people know that they used to not like each other very much, LOL! Now they are besties. From the rebellious high school days to tearing up the town in their mid-twenties, Ashtin and Randi have always been each other's partners in crime. Ashtin is a good friend who tells it how it is and always has Randi's best interest in mind. Ashtin and Randi prefer long, hot summer days in a kiddy pool sipping on Twisted Teas. Randi is so excited to have Ashtin by her side on her special day <3
Sarah Messenger
Bridesmaid
Sar and Randi's friendship began at a high school party. Randi had a wardrobe malfunction and Sarah jumped right in to help a girl out! Sarah and Randi both attended Western Illinois University and they became neighbors during Randi's Junior year. From Dollar Bottle nights to playing Cheers Governor at their apartments, Sar always was down to have a good time! She was there when Randi was going through a rough patch, no judgement - just support. Sarah is probably the reason for Randi graduating college - let's be honest! Sarah is an amazing momma of two! Maci Jane and Amos. She is one of the most caring and generous people Randi has ever met! She cannot wait to spend her special day with Sar.
Stephanie Casper
Bridesmaid
Stepher is Randi's oldest friend. Randi and Steph are related by chance but friends by choice <3 Since 3 years of age, Steph and Randi grew up in Studio One and Elite Spirit Academy. They were traveling just about every weekend to dance and cheer competitions. Their friendship was more like a sisterhood! Randi and Steph have been there for each other through the good, bad and the ugly. There are too many funny memories to share but one that sticks out the most is when Stephanie joined Randi's family on a trip to North Carolina! Randi's Aunt offered the girls a special tea to help them, well you know. Randi and Steph ended up sharing the bathroom for the entire day!!! Now that is FRIENDSHIP, LOL. Randi was a part of Stephanie's wedding and now Stephanie gets to be a part of Randi's!
Madeline Craig
Bridesmaid
Randi lucked out when she met Madeline. Madeline is a free spirited, kind soul which is what Randi needed in her life!! Randi and Madeline met while she was living in Texas. Randi was new to TX and needed female friends, BAD. Randi just walked up and started talking to Madeline and her sister, Kate (also a Bridesmaid) at their favorite bar, Shakertins. Little did they know that they would be best friends! Madeline and Randi bonded instantly with their like-minded, entrepreneurial goals and dreams. Distance is hard but thank god for technology to keep their friendship alive. Randi cannot wait to introduce her closest friends and family to Madeline <3
Kate Craig
Bridesmaid
"I'm happy to say that I witnessed Kate eat her first cheese curd." Beauty, brains and humor, Kate is the whole package! Randi and Kate met randomly one day (as you may have read) and instantly became dear friends. Kate and Randi tore up the DFW Metroplex together. They experienced concerts, sun burns, Cowboys games and Randi and Van's first crawfish boil! Kate even out-fished Van a time or two. Actually, now that Randi thinks of it, she whooped Van's butt in just about every bag tourney they held in The Craig's backyard. Kate visited Randi last winter and experienced the ever famous, Spotted Cow. Randi thinks Kate should move to WI ;) It is hard for Randi to be so far away from Kate, but she will reunite with her on her special day :D Let the celebration begin!!
Daniel Terrell
Best Man
Daniel is good friends with both Van and Randi. Daniel and Van met on a job site a few years back and really hit it off. Their interests and hobbies mesh very well and Daniel was the main reason that Van turned into the NTX Pond Slayer. Daniel's humor and personality are contagious. Van and Randi are looking forward to having him spend their special day with them.
Gary North
Groomsman
Army Buddy Gary and Van are very close friends who were in the same Army unit. Gary lives in Texas with his wife Carly. Van and Randi got together with Gary and Carly often when they lived down south. They have had some FUN times at the State Fair, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Cowboy Sundays and too many margaritas at the Mexican restaurant down the road. Van and Randi were lucky enough to be apart of The North's wedding as well! Van thanks Gary for being such a great friend and very happy that he's coming for their special day.
Taylor Noble
Groomsman
House Guest Taylor and Van met a couple years ago at their old apartment complex. Taylor was over almost nightly to chill with Van and Randi. They had lots of snacks, laughs, video game sessions and shopping sprees since! Taylor is a proud owner of a beagle named Kim Kardashian. Kim, Taylor, Van, Randi, Peaches and Pete all reside in a townhome in Madison. Taylor feels like family and they cannot wait to party with him!
Josh Lee
Groomsman
Cop Buddy... Josh is married to bridesmaid, Angelica. Van and Randi love to spend their spare time with these two and their two girls. They have all had some great times together with too many inside jokes to count! Josh and Angelica visited Randi and Van while they were living in Texas and tore up the town (AKA Josh and Van sat by the pool and ate donuts while Angelica and Randi went to Magnolia in Waco). Oh! Van and Josh love to gig for frogs together, too LOL
Cody Seabolt
Groomsman
Another Cop Buddy... Cody and Van go way back. They were in the same unit in the Army and became great friends. Cody looks like Van's bodyguard. From what Randi has heard, Cody and Van used to be womanizers and each others wingmen. Now they both have a ball and chain. Cody lives in Texas so Van and Randi are so happy to have him north for our festivities! Let the party begin!!!
Daeton Holmes
Groomsman
Cousin Daeton and Van grew up together and are more like brothers than cousins. They were inseparable and always causing a ruckus and giving their mothers gray hair. They have a strong bond and Van appreciates the fact that he had Daeton when times got tough. Daeton is a father to the most beautiful little girl, Anystyn. They live in Texas and Van cannot wait to see them and catch up during the wedding festivities.
Christian Taylor
Groomsman
Cornhole Partner (Team Rocket) If you didn't know from the tagline above, Christian and Van love playing bags together. Apparently their team name is Team Rocket. Christian and Bridesmaid Madeline are together and are dear friends of Randi and Van's. They loved hanging out at Shakertins (neighborhood bar) while they lived in TX. The boys were always Baggin’ and Braggin’. They think they are good. Van is excited to have Christian stand by him. He's a good pal and will always bring the party!