July 18, 2015
Temecula, CA
Drew Myers
Best Man
Sara Gebhart
Matron of Honor
Sara is my matron of honor and kid sister of four years. Although we fought a lot as little kids, by the time middle school rolled around, we were the best of friends and will always be so. We have had so many memories that stick out in my head - people watching on the boardwalk at Ocean City, two-a-days for volleyball, sharing clothes, playing softball for the Angels, surprising her for her birthday, Vegas, slumber parties on Christmas Eve, the night I left for Miami, and HER wedding, to name a few :) I am so honored to have her stand next to me on the most important day of my life. Love you Kid.
Drew is my best man and little brother of five years. Growing up we spent endless hours playing video games, climbing around in our forts, running around in the backyard playing airsoft, and going on camping trips (he's also an eagle scout!). It's rare to be able to look someone in the eye and understand exactly what they mean without saying a word, and that's how my brother and I are. I couldn't be more proud of the man he is and wouldn't have it any other way than for him to stand next to me on such an important day. Love you bud.
Joe has been my best friend since 1st grade. What else is there to say? As a shy, quiet kid in grade school, Joe was the first person in my life to befriend me and we have shared in endless memories ever since. From grade school sleepovers, high school at Cathedral, Eagle Creek sailing, and boy scout adventures, Joe has always been a loyal friend by my side. Our Boy Scout experience brought us even closer together with summer camps and mile swims, sleeping in freezing snow in January, rolling down white water rapids after our boat flipped, avoiding bears in Canada, and even an axe to the foot now and then! Having Joe stand with me is one more memory in our 20 year friendship, with many more to come!
Laurie is my older sister by six years, and growing up, she was my HERO. She could do or say no wrong. I remember one time, my family took a three week trip out west and everywhere we hiked, I held Laurie's hand. It got to the point where my mom said, "Kate, stop holding Laurie's hand and go have fun!" Laurie was an all-star big sister. She sang in talent shows with me, coached my volleyball team, shared clothes, taught me how to read, taught me how to tie my shoes (which is why I still to this day tie them wrong, because she's a lefty and I'm a righty). She is successfully married now, with three gorgeous kids, a beautiful house, and a job she loves. In so many ways, you are still my hero Lloy! Love you.
Joe Jacoby
Groomsman
Laurie Parker
Bridesmaid
Ladies and Gentlemen, we present to you.....
The Dream Team
Jackie is my oldest sister, and boy have we had a journey! I'm not sure if there were ever two siblings who fought as much as we did growing up. However, I wouldn't trade a minute because Jackie is a big part of the reason I am who I am today. Jackie and I share an intense love for music, and one of her favorite things to do is come see my shows. She is the biggest fan, and if you ask any of her coworkers they will tell you how proud she is of all her siblings. We're proud of you too Chach! Love you.
Jackie Metroka
Bridesmaid
Kelsey and I were in the same conservatory class at Miami, meaning that we spent every waking (and sometimes sleeping!) moment together. Kelsey is one of the sole reasons I survived conservatory. (Literally survived. I hated the cafeteria food, so Kelsey would take me home and cook meals for me.) I can't tell you how many nights we were up til four in the morning rehearsing scenes, memorizing lines, or learning music together. It was a crazy college experience, and I am so glad to have had Kels as my bestie and by my side. Although we live far away, you are always someone I can call at ANY time for anything, no matter how dumb or random. #BB15cantwait ;) Love you Kelser.
Kelsey Dardeau
Bridesmaid
My bestie from the westie! Lindsay and I met through working together at the same bar, and she has such a funny, outgoing personality that I was drawn to her as soon as we met. When I moved in with her a few months later, our friendship was sealed. Binging on ice cream and cake pops, belting country music at the top of our lungs, and VIP nights at the club are all fond memories of us that make me laugh. Lindsay has always been someone who has looked out for me - covering shifts for me at the bar, helping me with street cleaning, coming to my shows, and literally giving me a bed to sleep in. You are so special to me and I love you Winds! "Crazyyy girlll, dontcha know that I love you"
Lindsay Altmire
Bridesmaid
Caitlin and I also went to conservatory together, but she was a year older than me, so for awhile, I didn't see too much of her. However, for the next few summertimes we made up for lost time! For two summers in Miami we taught at the same theatre camp, the next summer we performed in the Adirondacks together, and the summer after that I moved in with her when I moved to LA. Needless to say, we got very close! Caitlin and I have had a million adventures together - from performing in a show in a lake in Syracuse, to sneaking canoes out at midnight in the Adirondacks, to obstacle coursing in her backyard, we have been through a lot. Love you Ketlin Ketlin :)
Caitlin Geier
Bridesmaid
Nadia and I met three years ago on set of Pretty Little Liars. After discovering that we were both in long distance relationships, that we lived only two blocks away from each other, and that we were the only two normal girls on set, we clung tight to each other! We've remained best friends ever since. Because Nadia is also an actor, she has been the one person I always turn to for advice, and for celebrating and venting (all of which happen over margaritas). This acting world can be the best and the worst thing, and your endless support and constant cheerleading have meant more to me than you know Nads! So many years of scary movies, make up sessions and self-tapes still to come :) Love you
Nadia Sloane
Bridesmaid
Nick was one of my best friends from college and one of the first people I met on my dorm floor. Throughout college Nick backed me up, supported my decisions, and never took no for an answer (literally). Little did we know we would be roommates for the next 4 years and he would even go on to coach football with my uncle! With his wedding a week before mine, I told Nick we would change the date if he couldn't make it because I wouldn't go through with it if he wasn't there. Nick was a huge part of bringing Kate and I together and for that I am forever grateful.
Nick Eversole
Groomsman
Oh Tyler. From the moment I met Tyler outside his college house, I knew he was someone special. In college we worked at the same hotel pool and shared a lot of great memories together. Tyler often came home to Indianapolis on holidays because of the close bonds he built with my family. Rarely do you find men with as big of a heart as Tyler's and a passion for living life. No matter what the situation, Tyler has a positive outlook and is always putting others before himself. After finishing chiropractor school he will most likely move to California! It's a great priviledge to have someone like Tyler in my life and I look forward to more hilarious memories to come!
Tyler Lanning
Groomsman
Joe and I have been great friends and brothers since High School at Cathedral. We were always seen riding around in his "really cool two door Honda Accord" or staying over at each others houses on weekends. Many nights were spent on my back patio laughing about school and friends while we burned through hooka coals. Even when the two of us went to different colleges we would make time to visit each other. We did our best to keep each other out of trouble and I know he will do the same for me on the big day!
Joe Nelson
Groomsman
Last but certainly not least is Shurig (although he is short). Every weekend night in High School we were sure to either be in Shurig's basement or my backyard. We spent so much time together that Shurig and I have shared countless memories (most of which shouldn't be mentioned) that began in high school and continue to this day. (So much so that we are never more than a hotdog bun away from each other) We push each other to succeed and share in the same passion for business, and this competitiveness drives our ambition. Without Shurig and his family, I would not have accomplished what I have at this point in my life. I am honored to have him stand with me!
Andrew Shurig
Groomsman
Michael is my older brother by two years and played the role of big brother in every sense of the word. He used to lock me in the closet when I was singing too loud (still does when I'm home), rat me out when I was sneaking out to see older boys, and make me laugh until I peed my pants! He also, however, was the first person I called when I was heartbroken in college, he's visited me in almost every state I've lived in, and always let me tag along with him and his friends when we were little. Chirp, hockey on rollerblades, playing tennis, diving, and bartending school are just a few of the good times we have had together. It was important to me to have you stand at my wedding Bub! Love you.
Michael Metroka
Groomsman
Ryan White
Honorable Mention
The one and only, Ryan White. One of the best parts of being friends with Whitey was always having a body guard in college! By that I mean he has always been a loyal and dedicated friend who had my back no matter what. Whatever the other was going through we supported each other and leaned on each other when necessary. We refer to each other like brothers and I wouldn't have it any other way. On any other day he would be standing up there with me and the guys, however, he will be welcoming his first child (and first of the group!) into his family around the same time. It's a pretty good excuse I guess