Krista & James
Wedding Party
Lacey McNaughton
Maid of Honor
Lacey and Krista went to school together, they have been best friends since middle school. They're the true definition of "ride or die". Lacey even made sure to move closer so their kids could attend the same school as they grow up, its not very often these two go a week without seeing each other, Krista likes to consider Lacey as her "Person".
MacKenzie Brauer
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie and Krista are sisters, so naturally they have been through it all together. They are quite the opposites though, Mackenzie was more into make up while Krista was always outside with the farm animals. But that didn't stop them from bonding, Mackenzie would be at Krista and James's every weekend that she could, either watching movies, being goofy or being a loving aunt to her nieces and nephew.
Nikkol Van Ness
Bridesmaid
Nikki and Krista met back in middle school/high school, most people would say they don't have the typical sister n law relationship, they're more like best of friends. Distance does nothing on these two, any time Nikki comes home from the Navy, Krista and Nikki find time to do some crazy goofy things, from rolling in puddles, and their favorite thing to do, annoying James. Its safe to say these two have been acting as sisters way before it was close to "official".
Hallie Skweres
Bridesmaid
Hallie has known Krista the longest out of all the Bridesmaids, they take it back all the way to preschool. If you ever see these two out together its most likely they're up to "no good" as their husbands would say, they're usually finding a new farm animal to bring home or simply acting like children and laughing the night away. One of Krista's favorite childhood memories with Hallie were pretending to be horses running through the pasture.
Bailey Weingarten
Bridesmaid
Bailey and Krista have been friends for most of each others childhood, they were lucky enough to keep the strong bond they had back in school. Krista spent most of her high school career at Bailey's house, riding horses and having sleepovers. A common passion they both share and bonded over. Krista has always said that she gained a sister when becoming Bailey's friend.
Tristin Roberts
Bridesmaid
Tristin and Krista met at the county fair when they were in middle school, they've stayed close throughout high school but as they got older the closer they got. Tristin joined the Navy and moved to Florida but that didn't make a difference to the relationship they had, in fact Krista named one of her children after Tristin. Tristin is the god mother to her son, as Krista is the god mother to her daughter. Krista's favorite high school memories with Tristin are driving around in her Honda, and hanging out at the "NFO" barn.
Samantha Becker
Bridesmaid
Samantha and Krista grew up together, these girls are practically family, in fact a lot of people ask if they're sisters. Sam and Krista used to have fun taking the most embarrassing photos together and make videos of themselves acting out interviews, and anything random they came up with. Surprisingly neither one of them are actors, ha just kidding. These girls still enjoy random visits or phone calls where they can talk for hours. Sam is the wheel as Krista is her hamster.
Jesse Scharp
Bridesman
Jesse and Krista have been friends for sometime now, the best part is Krista met Jesse the same time she met James. Most of the time Jesse and Krista are out an about driving around or hanging out at home for family dinners, movie nights or bonfires. One of Krista's favorite things about Jesse is the love and loyalty he has towards her family, he is an awesome guy and always willing to lend a hand. I'm almost positive if you asked either one of these two what their favorite memory of each other, it would be the same, if you wanna know ask Jesse at the wedding this fall.
Scotty Semanko
Best Man
The man, the myth, the NOT so legend. Scotty, the grooms best man. James and Scotty have been friends forever, by far out of all of James’s friend this guy has seen it all, and was even apart of the story of James and Krista’s beginning. I’m sure this guy could/will talk your ear off of the memories and possibly embarrassing stories he might have about the groom and the bride, so make sure to ask at your own risk.
Thomas Odegard
Groomsman
Thomas is James’s little brother, as you can imagine these two have some funny memories from their childhood. One of James’s favorite thing about his relationship with his brother is, they could go a year without seeing each other and when they’re together it’s like time never stood between them.
Daniel Brauer
Groomswoman
Daniel, the brother of the bride. Also known as her “rock”. James choose Daniel to stand with him before Krista could claim him for her side, because James said “that’s where my brother belongs, standing next to me when I marry the love of my life”. Daniel is the best uncle and brother, always traveling home for events and short visits. We are so lucky to have him by our side on our day.
TJ Bayliss
Groomsman
TJ, the oldest of the Bayliss boys, also a cousin to James. Also known as “Uncle Tj” Tj has always been a “big brother” figure to James growing up and both the bride and groom have enjoyed growing our families together, Tj is also the god father to the couples youngest daughter, Caelyn.
Aeryk Bayliss
Groomsman
Aeryk, the 2nd born in the Bayliss clan. Aeryk is older than James but that didn’t make a difference from the memories they’ve shared, if you have time at the wedding find one of these boys and ask them for some stories, They have some good ones. Aeryk is a fun loving guy and we’re happy he’s back home to enjoy our wedding with us.
Connor Bayliss
Groomsman
Connor is number 3 in the bayliss boy clan, he is James's cousin. Along with Connors brothers, James and Connor have known each other since birth, they all grew up very close to one another and always found time to make memories, Connor is also a god father to James’s son Carson, and they have the best bond ever.
Bryce Bayliss
Groomsman
Bryce is the youngest brother of the four Bayliss boys, James’s cousin as well. Just like the other three boys, James grew up thick as thieves with Bryce and his brothers. Most of his favorite childhood memories include Bryce and his brothers. You’ll often find these two laughing at old memories and making new ones. Bryce is also the cousin who introduced the lovely couple at the blueberry fest all these years ago, he will always have a special place in the start of their story.
Tyler Brauer
Groomsman
Tyler is a special add to Krista and James wedding party, he came into their lives shortly after their son was born in 2018, they all began to love him quite fast and it was quite easy too. Tyler is Krista's brother in law, and one of the most important men in her life. Both Krista and James couldn't imagine their day without him .
Callie Jean
Flower Girl
Miss Callie Jean, the cat lover, the nurture, the oldest, the smartest most loving girl you'd ever meet. She was Krista and James first child, she is always making them smile with her love for animals, and her siblings. Callie is so excited to watch her parents get married in September. Some of Callie's favorite things to do is pet her cats, take care of her goats or hanging out with her friends and family. When Callie's older she wants to be a "crazy cat lady", she wants all the cats possible.
Caelyn Olivia
Flower Girl
Meet the youngest Van Ness child, Caelyn. She is the most strong willed child out of the three and always keeping Krista and James on their toes. This little spitfire will often be caught doing something naughty or something completely hilarious. You're never bored when you spend time with this little girl.
Zilena
Flower Girl
Miss Z is Krista's niece, she is 2 years old and smart as a whip. She is the one that made Krista an auntie, both Krista and James loves when Mackenzie brings the kids to their little farm because they love watching Zilena and Kyrie enjoy the farm animals and special times with their cousins.
Carson Daniel
Ring Bearer
Carson is the only son of Krista and James, he is a spitting image of his father and such a happy loving little boy. Carson is so excited to walk down the aisle with his little cousins Some of Carson's favorite things are frogs, dirt bikes and his gecko Ziggy.
Kyrie
Ring Bearer
Kyrie is Krista's nephew, this little hunk is one of the sweetest boys ever. He just turned one this past February. Both, James and Krista are so lucky to have this little guy in their life. We can't wait to see this hunk walk down the aisle this September.
Declan James
Ring Bearer
Meet Declan, he is James's sister Nikkol's son. He was born last October. We have been so lucky to meet this little guy already even though he lives all the way in Florida, and if you can't tell little Declan was named after his Uncle James. What a blessing this little guy is to our family and we are so excited to see him again in September.
Rebecca Brauer
Mother of the Bride
Rebecca, also known as Becky is the mother of the bride, also known as the brains behind this wedding. She is always doing anything and everything to make her family happy, she is one of the most thoughtful, and loving people they know. And thank her for everything she has done to make this wedding happen.
Chester Brauer
Father of the Bride
Chester is the father of the bride. The bride and her father share a lot of things in common, a couple things are the love they both share of birds and rabbits. They both found love in raising rabbits while the bride was growing up and often talking about the different breeds of birds of all kinds.
Fred Van Ness
Father of the Groom
Fred is the father of the groom. While James was growing up, Fred was the one who taught him most of what he knows now.
Tami Anderson
Mother of the Groom
Tami, beaming with SO much pride, is the mother of the groom. Although she’s not here in person, one thing is for certain, she’d be grinning ear to ear knowing how perfectly Jake and Krista complete each other.