Officiant
Courtney and I met in high school where we didn't exactly like each other at first. That is until our teacher made us sit together. From then on we were the best of friend. For almost 20 years we have been laughing, crying, loving but mostly drinking wine together. We are lucky to have her as a friend and even luckier to have her marry us.
Bridesmaid
Kim and I met in high school. We started to become close in our late teens, early 20's. We had a lot of fun together going to springs, kayaking the St. Johns and getting into whatever fun adventurous things we could find to do. Now, we get to watch our kids play and the girls are just as close. :)
Bridesmaid
Tay-Tay and I met in while working as waitresses at Flying Iguana in Atlantic Beach. I was looking for a roommate and the "quite" new girl said, "I need a roommate". Now, anyone who knows me knows, I am not quite so, I was worried I would be too much for her. Turns out, she just has to warm up to you. We had so much fun riding our bikes to work together and stopping for food one the way home. 10 years later I am beyond blessed to have her as a friend and bridesmaid.
Bridesmaid
Jessica is my older sister. We are 14 months apart. We grew up playing in the neighborhood parks or playing on the beaches of CA. When we were young we were inseparable. Now, I get to watch her be a mother to my two beautiful nieces.
Flower Girl
Avery is the daughter of Blake and the future stepdaughter of Vanessa. She's smart, beautiful, sassy and hilarious. We can't wait to have her in our special day. This littler girl is always there for a good laugh.
Best Man
Hayes is the son of Blake and the future stepson of Vanessa. Blake and Hayes are very close and he will make the cutest best man ever!
Parents of the Bride
Mike and Sharon Kirk are the parents of Vanessa Kirk. They have lovingly raised two girls and now have two granddaughters to share more love with. Both Mike and Sharon are avid travelers and that seed surely passed to the next generation. Here's to one more adventure!
Father of the Groom
Alan Fickling, also known as "Papa", is the father of Blake Fickling. Alan is a true family leader who has instilled his knowledge in both of his sons. He has a passion for outdoors, hunting and fishing. His passions have been passed down generations to Blake, Brent and now Hayes.
Mother of the Groom
Jeanine, also known as "Grammy", has raised two successful and talented men. One of those men being Blake. Her love for her children and grandchildren is always evident through her words and actions.