Kelcey & Harrison
Wedding Party
Richard Bidwell
Best Man
Known affectionally as the older (not bigger) brother. He’s almost a doctor (2021 update: okay, he's a doctor now), almost Delta Platinum medallion (2021 update: due to several lucrative promotions, Richard has reached Platinum), and almost 6 feet tall (2021 update: still 5'11). But let’s not focus on the negatives. He’s the hardest working role model that’s always put me to shame, the husband I want to be, and he knows his way around a kitchen/smoker/shotgun range/a good time. He's my brother and I love him.
Kendall Thomas
Maid of Honor
My very literal day one, Kendall is the #1 hype girl, tour guide, and tiger mom to many, but I’m the only one lucky enough to call her my big sister too. For care: she requires ample Panama City sunlight and 3 meals a day consisting of compliments and AT LEAST 7 Chick-Fil-A honey roasted BBQ sauces. Hobbies: Hyperboles, things that come in turquoise, poorly managing Boots’ social media (anyone know his IG password?)
Anderson Petry
Groomsman
I met Anderson the summer before he started college and I couldn’t convince him to join KA. The guy’s got excellent judgment. If you see him walking around, don’t meet him unless you want someone to take a genuine interest in you as a person and call you every year on your birthday. He’s taken the grand tour of the US, having lived in Greenville, Wilmington, Cincinnati, and Schenectady. Most importantly, and I cannot stress this enough, he lived in the Midwest for 6 months and mentally never left. If you’re sneakin by him just make sure to say “olp” so he knows you’re coming.
Anna Gayle Bidwell
Bridesmaid
The first Mrs. Bidwell of our generation. Wife to Richard and puppy mom to Willett, she’s a dermatology PA in Lexington, KY (but not for long) and the best sister in law a girl could ask for. She changed her last name to Bidwell so I changed my last name to Bidwell…she hasn’t punched me in the face yet but if she did I bet it would be awesome. Hobbies/Burdens: Bourbon, pimple popping, financially supporting Richard’s extravagant lifestyle
Sammy Luttier
Groomsman
Other than Richard, Sammy’s known me the longest. You won’t find him on social media though, he believes it captures part of your soul he’s not willing to give up. Through the years we’ve shared more than just tents. Catch him if you can, he runs really fast and never brings his phone either. Fun fact: he’s never owned a key to his own house, but he may have the key to your heart. Hobbies: Manual labor, planes, and selling popcorn.
Charlotte Price (Lotte-Char)
Bridesmaid
It was a crisp summer night in Marietta, GA August of ‘98 when Charlotte graciously shared her tricycle with the new girl who just moved in across the street. 22 years and many Hilary Duff albums later, she is still one of my best friends. Charlotte has been there for all of life's milestones including, but not limited to, my first sleepover, my first Jonas Brothers concert, and my 16th birthday. She even went as far as helping coordinate my first kiss. Hobbies: Cuddling strangers’ dogs, NYC brunch, summer nights on Lake Hartwell
Ryan O’Hara
Groomsryan
What a handsome (and rich) young man he’s blossomed into. I’ve known Ryan since middle school when I had 6 inches on him, and now he's taller, better looking, and has 6 figures on me. This is the guy you want to meet at the bar because it’s on Ryan. Interests include watching the Dolphins lose and long walks on the beach. Sorry ladies, he’s taken by two girls: his wife Taylor and his golden doodle, Winnie. Venmo request @Ryan-OHara-20 for reimbursement of all travel expenses.
Ashy Venkatrajulu
Bridesmaid
Ashy and I first met in 9th grade World History, but it wasn’t until we spent a month in tents in Namibia where sparks truly flew. Since then Ashy has remained one of my best friends and rivals Kendall as my biggest hype woman. We’ve shared many romantic evenings at our neighborhood bistro, Cote (plus one intervention brunch), and there are odds in Vegas on whether she or Harrison cries more on November 6. Hobbies: Living in luxury, winning arguments, spritzing
Mark Rottensteiner
Groomsman
Aka Johnny Rotten, Mark and I lived together for 2.5 years in squalor. I absolutely trust him with my life, finances, and career decisions. Fortunately, when it came to our living situation, it was always a competition to see who would clean first. Mark usually won (or lost?) staying up til 3 AM so he didn't have to wake up to it. Oh, and I heard he’s bringing a Stella keg to the reception. Just don't let him make you a mint julep in a blender we got at Goodwill.
Caitlin Venter
Bridesmaid
Caitlin and I’s friendship has really come a long way - from me snubbing her from my freshman year after-prom party to being a bridesmaid in my wedding…. and for the record, it was Ashy’s idea to snub you. Jokes aside, Caitlin is a forever BFF status and 20 years from now you can likely find me and her double fisting margaritas in the front row of a One Direction reunion concert. Hobbies: Going viral on Tik Tok, plant whispering, falling down a Mr. Bean black hole on Youtube
Walter Kennedy
Groomsman
Walter Kennedy aka West Palm Walt. If you’ve got a drink in your hand, if he’s got a drink in his hand, or if it’s 5 o’clock somewhere, watch out. Walter will give you a history lesson on where it came from, how it’s made, and what you should drink next. When he’s not in the classroom shaping the minds of the next generation, he can be found at the beach complaining that all the good waves happen while he’s at school.
Ashely Hatter
Bridesmaid
Ashley is one of the first friends I bought in college, and what a bargain she was. Easily one of the kindest people on the planet. Have a bad day? Just look into Ashley’s kind, generous eyes and your worries will melt away. Hobbies: The worm, Wine Wednesdays, showering you with her friendship, using her outside voice
Josh Beychok
Groomsman
Josh (not pictured) is the best computer programmer to have never been on the internet. He’s a simple man: he likes RVs, hard manual labor (while wearing Carhartt), and taking things very seriously. If you want to hang out, make sure to run it by his dog Captain first. If you have any spare datasets lying around, send them his way. He loves information. He's a master of it.
Olivia Christ
Bridesmaid
Olivia is the 2nd friend I purchased in college and also the most expensive (I had to pay extra for her after she made the cover of our sorority’s newsletter). Olivia has been a key contributor to most of my college memories and I can always count on her for a laugh, to make sure I stay at a Gator game past halftime, or to break the ice with the Uber driver. Hobbies: losing her identity, pushing Kelcey into oncoming traffic, exposing pyramid schemes
Nick Rodriguez
Groomsman
Nick (right) is an all American guy: Football quarterback, married his high school sweetheart, works at a plant, seen Kenny Chesney live more times than you can shake a stick at. Greatest compliment he can give is “I’m proud of you, son.” He's only told me once - the day he and I started working together to host high school football players at UF games (though I never had a recruit commit, he was just proud of me for doing my best). If you see a twinkle in his eyes while you're on the dance floor, get out of his way and enjoy the show.
Aspen Christen
Bridesmaid
Aspen, ironically not originally from Colorado, is #3 of my purchased friends from college and roommate for two years. We shared many romantic scooter rides, sides of fries, and outfits from her closet throughout college and I’m thankful to have her as one of my best friends. Hobbies: Her cat Bongo, rushing pike, and computer music.
Jordan Walker
Groomsman
Jordan and I’s conversations do not contain any original thought. What sounds likes speaking in tongues to others is actually an endless stream of Arrested Development and It’s Always Sunny quotes. Half the time we just look at each other and start laughing because we know the other person is going to say it - but hey, that's baseball, baby. Jordan is an engineer living in Austin building model homes, but he’s (almost) married so “no touching!”
Danielle Elalouf
Bridesmaid
Friend I paid for #4 (I really got my money’s worth), Danielle was one of my best friends/personal trainer throughout college. She graduated from sorority standards chair to attorney at law. Yes, she’s quite the catch, but warning: if you think you hit it off at the bar make sure you double check the number she gave you, because there’s a 100% chance it’s mine. Hobbies: Facetiming, justice, Gin