Bailee Stanton
Bridesmaid
Bailee & I met through rodeos where we were constantly confused by the gate man calling our name when it wasn’t our turn. We bonded over horses, barrel racing, our resting bitch faces & vet school. We studied & rode together while at the U of A. She has been my friend, my support, my mentor, my fellow competitor & my colleague. I have looked to Bailee as a guide in & out of the arena, & her development as an amazing vet, horsewoman & business woman is a clear example of why. Some of her greatest wisdom has included; go to vet school, you will survive vet school, do not date a classmate in vet school, you will survive the Moore internship. I took most of her advice.
Chelsea McKellar
Bridesmaid
Chelsea & I met in high school, but we didn’t become close friends until we realized we lived nearly next door to each other & I started hitching rides with her. Apart from always being good for a fun time, she is an incredibly thoughtful & dedicated friend. While writing my bridesmaid speech for her wedding I realized she had been to more of my birthdays than anyone else, despite having lived in another country for over 10 years! Chelsea was a big reason I made it up the mountain to say "I do" on Sept 5, 2020. Her support was essential on that day, and it's hard to imagine doing it again without her, however border restrictions, a Green Card process and a new baby means that she more than likely won't make it. I am certain she will be there in spirit!
Debbie Knudsen
Bridesmaid
Debbie & I met through mutual friends at the CGRA rodeos. Her family adopted me as one of their own - taking me in at rodeos, giving me a horse to run when mine was laid up, & taking me on their family vacations. Debbie is an open book, whether she means to or not she will always let you know how she feels; always true to herself & her friends. Debbie was my grounding balance to the bunch of bubbly blondes I traveled with, & the only person I knew who loved her horses more than I did. If you want to get to know Debbie, just ask her to tell you about her horses. At the wedding she will be easy to find with her big smile & because we’re told we look like sisters.
Jessie Smith
Bridesmaid
Jessie & I met in high school rodeo, but grew close hauling together to the amateur rodeos. We bonded over horses, getting ourselves lost & our obsession with our dogs. Jessie has been there for me through thick & thin; coming to my rescue whether it be for an emergency move, or to make Jell-O shots in bulk. I was blessed to be a part of her & Kyle’s wedding & I am so grateful she has agreed to support me & for answering the million questions I’ve had in the planning process. Jessie is one of the most genuine & kind people you will meet at the wedding. To learn more about her, ask her about her future as a crazy cat lady & watch for her to bust out some bad dance moves.
Lindsay Monk
Bridesmaid
Lindsay & I met through Jessie when she started travelling with us to the amateur rodeos. She is one of the sweetest, most fun people you will meet at this wedding. Over the years she has grown from being the giggly life of the party to a kick ass barrel racer mom raising 2 beautiful little girls. I am in awe of her growth & development & the family Dallas & her have made together. The Monks have been there to take me & my horses in when we had no where to go, their home was my hideout when I needed it most & Linds helps to remind me to take myself less seriously & have fun. I had a blast in Lindsay and Dallas’s wedding & I’m grateful she had agreed to be part of mine.
Adam Reichart
Best man
Adam (Skinny) and I have been friends ever since we first met in kindergarten at Central Park School 25 years ago. A mutual love for contact sports, video games and the outdoors has given us more than enough memories (and injuries) for a lifetime! Through junior and senior high school our friendship grew stronger and continues to even though my career has taken me far from Medicine Hat. He has always had my back, is my most loyal friend and if you buy him a non-alcoholic beverage you'll get to know one of the most genuine guys around!
Drew Koch
Groomsman
Drew (DWK) and I met and were instant friends as internmates at Pioneer Equine Hospital in Oakdale, California. Although the internship grind ruled our life we still had an awesome time and bonded over 4am workouts, mexican food and watching football. Since then our surgery residencies took us to different states but our friendship continues to grow and we manage to stay in constant contact. Being a great guy, a supportive friend and having a mutual love for orthopedic surgery will keep us friends for a long time!
Jeff Douglas
Groomsman
Jeff (Dougie) moved in with Logan and I because he got into vet school and I heard he played hockey. We first met the morning after a night out at the Calgary Stampede and as he walked up the stairs into our townhouse to see the aftermath of a good time he knew he was at home! Despite having the smallest chest at 905 he is one of the best guys I know and will go out of his way to make sure everyone is enjoying themselves. I am very grateful to have him as a groomsman and friend and if you want to talk hockey just mention Sid the Kid.
Logan Friedt
Groomsman
Logan (Logie) and I met in first year residence during our undergrad at the University of Calgary and after kindly being asked not to return to residence we managed to be roommates for 5 years by the end of vet school. Co-hosting the best vet school parties and attending more vet school events than most vet students even netted him an absolute beauty of a wife (Dr. Camille Adams)... you're welcome! He's responsible for some of my best memories and life lessons (good and bad) and I wouldn't be the same without this unconditional friend. I couldn't be happier to have him standing by my side.
Mac Haggard Skelton
Groomsman
You know what they say about dogs... Mac is truly one of our best friends. He is a cornerstone to our family and really was beside Jase through all the lonely times while Jase and Bailey were apart. This friendly guy is always game for a little fetch, a swim or some couch cuddles. Get to know him better by giving him a pat or throwing the frisbee for him, but be prepared for shedding and ample back talk as he is quite the chatty Cathy. Our wedding wouldn't be right without him there beside us.