So, I did something a bit more differently than the typical
bride. I decided to have a maid of honor (Ali) and a matron of honor
(Kellie). Both of these ladies are
extremely important to me, and I want you to know that too! Together they will
be working together as a team to keep this functional bride sane through the
wedding planning process. This blog is dedicated to their awesomeness! Thanks girls for being with me through all
different walks of life. You both mean
the world to me!
Maid of Honor
Ali Tess Tucker is my little, redheaded, fireball of a
sister. I am the oldest of 7 siblings (4boys and 3girls all together), and Ali
is the closest to me in age. My sister and I spent most of our childhood
growing up all over the United States.
Of course, the two of us had our sibling rivalries growing up—but we always
seemed to work it out. Most times, our
mom (unwillingly) would find herself trapped between the two of us while we
attempted to kick the snot out of each other.
The two of us spent ALL of our childhood traveling back and
forth across the country. For school, we
spent most of our time in Kentucky with our mom; for holidays (most of the
time) we would travel to California to spend those times with our dad and
grandparents. Needless to say, Ali and I
spent nearly every waking moment together.
For over 10 years we shared a bedroom room together. I would keep my
light on every night and read for hours while Ali complained until she fell
asleep. Even at school, we would find
our way together—especially, when we played soccer.
We’ve always watched
each other’s backs, and we can depend on each other. Together we were always a
team. Together we always managed to
figure out those difficult moments growing up. And, for everything we’ve been
through together, I will always be grateful.
Matron of Honor
Kellie Conway Edson has been a really good friend of mine
since junior year of high school. If it
weren’t for Kellie, adjusting to a new school would have been an absolute
nightmare. After moving, I didn’t intend to join band class because I didn’t want to receive the “dork” label right off
the bat. It was only a matter of time though... Kellie managed to find me
within the first week of school. And, within that week, she somehow got me to join
band as well as introduce me to Ryan. I was so lucky to have found Kellie at Truckee High School. 
Kellie has always gotten me to stretch my wings and
RELAX. I can be serious and enjoy myself
simultaneously when I’m spending time with her and I LOVE IT. Thank you Kellie!
Interestingly, Kellie and I both chose to be English majors in college
(writing, reading and literary discussion has always been a common addiction).
You can also call Kellie the “match maker” and give her all
the credit for getting Ryan and me together.
So, make sure you give her a big hug and a kiss. Kellie is a rock star!
Interesting Facts about these lovely ladies:
1.
Kellie’s given name is Joy. She gets her name by
her middle name Kellien.
2.
Ali shares the same birthday with Ryan and
Toby—July 6th.
3.
Ali hates soda.
4.
Kellie played the saxophone in high school. She
proceeded to teach music lessons for most of her college years.
5.
Ali knows how to make you laugh. She has an
awesome sense of humor.
6.
Kellie is a Zumba instructor!
7.
Ali and Kellie are both softball girls.
8.
Kellie is a vegetarian. You go girl!
9.
Ali is an animal lover! Boston the dog is always by her side.
10. Kellie
is also an animal lover! She has two
kitties at home—Bunny and Bert.
