Wedding Party
Laurence Richardson
Bride
Here's a photo of us at Keith's wedding!
Adam Reece
Groom
Here's us at one of our favorite places in Duluth! Lester Park :)
Claire Kurschner
Maid of Honor
Best friend from first grade on. We went to elementary and high school together. Here we are at Claire's rocking Halloween party. And yes we were hanging out in the bathroom to get away from the crowd. :)
Kevin Muehlbauer
Best Man
Fast friends since nordic skiing in high school! Often play Dota 2 together, and went to a big tournament in Seattle last fall. Loud mouth, big heart.
Conne Turke AKA the Goose
Mother of the Bride
Here we are at the annual advent wreath making event. Everyone thinks my dad is the funny one, but it's really the Goose. Selfless and caring, the Goose accompanied me every step of the way on my health journey. I remember endless good talks on the way to appointments while listening to the Current radio. The goose is attempting to grow most of flowers for the wedding!
Karen Reece
Mother of the Groom
Loving, generous, open-hearted and open-minded. Expert advice giver. Seen here (many years ago) holding my parents' then cat, Saber.
Jay Richardson AKA Da Poose
Father of the Bride
My joyful Da Poose. We've always been close, but got even closer during my time in bed. I'll always remember how he would stack my stuffed animals on my chest and bring me balloons when my ears hurt too much to talk. We can tell you about our hike through Mordor on our Canyonlands National Park graduation/retirement trip.
Clive Reece
Father of the Groom
Seems to know everything, shares that knowledge openly, kind and thoughtful, ever supportive. Seen here (many years ago) sleeping with my parents' then cat, Saber.
Elizabeth Richardson
Bridesmaid
My sister. Here's a picture on our front porch. Our family loves relaxing there for long summer dinners or lazy afternoons. A lover of weddings, she is always good for wedding advice and support. Hardworking with a great eye for detail.
Josephine Reece
Sister of the Groom
PhD. Fulbright recipient. All-around amazing person and friend. Seen here at her own wedding in May of this year.
Milea Lind
Bridesmaid
Tight friends since high school. Accompanied Laurence on the infamous college Europe. Here's a photo of us getting paella in Madrid! Our friend groups' comedian and vibrant story-teller.
Craig Knuth
Groomsman
Got to know each other better in Pre-AP Chemistry. Friends ever since. One of the kindest and most steadfast people I know.
Rosie Black
Bridesmaid
I met Rosie on the swim team in high school before freshman year had even begun. See at the top of the page, a picture of Rosie, Claire, Milea, and me on a bike trip on the Root River Trail! Rosie is always game and such a good listener.
Rebecca Hervonen
Groomsperson
Seen here their signature Triforce hat. Met in junior high where they spent many an afternoon hanging out after school. Loves to roast Adam (sometimes deservedly). Loyal and wise.
Brett Albin
Bridesmaid
Brett was the first friend I met at high school! We met at the welcome picnic. Brett is good at giving advice. A fellow teacher, I love trading teaching stories with her.
Jared Nelson
Groomsman
Went to elementary school together, though Adam does not remember (much to Jared's eternal dismay). Frenemies for life. Competitive board gamers.
Aubree Batterman
Bridesmaid
Aubree is my (Laurence's) cousin. Aubree enjoys horseback riding (even show jumping) and practicing dog agility with her family's two lovable dogs.
Peder Erickson
Groomsman
Friends since pre-school. Many hours of our youth were spent playing Tales of Symphonia, Super Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, and Corum Online. One of the best role-players I have ever met. Nowadays, we continue our gaming odyssey with tabletop RPGs like D&D and Pathfinder. Witty and inclusive.
Keith Phelps
Officiant
Friends since pre-school! Keith is thoughtful and always engaged in the world and people around him. Everywhere he goes, he improves his community. We're grateful that he decided to officiate our ceremony, since he is oft sought-after in this role.
Charlie Manning
Groomsman
Charlie welcomed Adam as a friend on the very first night of college with whiskey and Magic the Gathering. They formed a close friendship in the freshmen dorms that has continued since. Charlie is another Dota 2 compatriot.
Bobo
Best Poose
Bobo is our elderly but darling cat. You can find her snoosing in her basket or screaming to announce her presence at the goose residence. Bobo loves to accompany me in the sauna.
Mira
Best Poose
Our beloved tiny darling! Though she won't be attending the wedding, I teased Adam mercilessly about having a cat as his best friend on his online dating profile. Lol
Zander AKA Alexander Hamilton
Best Zandisi
Zandisi is our sweet giant lab mix! He lives at the goose residence and taught Adam to love dogs. Adam loves his cat energy.