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Raquel is Elena's sister and best friend. Being three years older than Elena, she's always been an important figure in Elena's life and as the two grew up their bond became even stronger. They lived together until 2021, when Raquel relocated to northeast Ohio. The two speak daily on Elena's drive home and Elena has gained many frequent flyer miles due to her many trips to Ohio to visit Kel!

Raquel

Abbie is Hannah youngest and only sister. With a 7 year and 7 day age gap the two Scorpios fought a lot as kids but have become besties in adulthood. Abbie is an artist with many talents such as singing, painting, and cooking. She recently discovered a talent for nail art. Hannah and Abbie bond over their shared love for musicals, music, and bad karaoke. Abbie is full of love, support, and is always there at a moments notice to uplift and care for others. 

Abbie

Francisco is Elena's brother in law. He joined the family over 10 years ago & married Elena's sister Miranda this year. Living less than 10 minutes away from each other the three often spend their free time together at target, thrifting, watching movies and more! 
Elena is so excited to have Francisco be her Bridesman of Honor. 

Francisco 

Oliver

Amanda and Elena met sophomore year at Lane Tech. The two weren't super close at first but have fostered an amazing friendship for over 17 years. They pride their friendship on meeting up once a month and spending 10+ hours together doing puzzles, going thrifting, getting matching tattoos, eating food, and talking endlessly. Amanda is an amazing x-ray tech and a true Scorpio. 

Amanda

Ashlee and Hannah met while working at Nordstrom in 2016. They lived together in a studio apartment after 4 months of being friends and have continued that close friendship for almost 10 years. Ashlee is the Taurus to Hannah’s Scorpio and they have many memorable times and trips to Taco Bell together. Ashlee is a talented make up artist and diva. Ashlee is fierce in her love and support for others and her passion for her friends and family shows up every day. 

Ashlee

Veronica is Elena's youngest sister and with a 10 year age gap Elena often played a parental role in Vero's life, which resulted in a lot of arguments between the two! As adults the two are very close. They love thrifting and hanging out together! They share a passion of makeup and all things beauty related & spend hours sending tiktoks and memes to each other. 

Veronica

Finn is Elena's nephew. Elena has been an integral adult in Finn's life. She lived in the same house, being a second parent to Finn for the first 8 years of his life. Her sister Christine, her wife Yadira and Finn now live 15 mins from Elena & Hannah. 
They are all very excited for Finn to wear a tux and celebrate with Elena & Hannah!

Finn

Mer & Ellie are Elena's two Nanny girls. She started nannying for them when Mer was around 6 months old & has watched their lovely family grow for over 8 years. The girls have had an equally important role in Elena's life seeing as Elena spends her days (sometimes nights, weekends and more) with her 'girlie pops' so both Elena and Hannah are thrilled to have them as their flower girls!

Meredith & Ellie

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Featuring 3-star accommodations, Best Western Sycamore Inn is located in Sycamore, 31 miles from Raging Buffalo Snowboard Ski Park and 4.4 miles from Founders Memorial Library. The property is around 5.1 miles from Huskie Stadium, 23 miles from Beith House Museum and 25 miles from Donley's Wild West Town. The hotel has an indoor pool, fitness center and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet or an American breakfast. Magic Waters Waterpark is 27 miles from Best Western Sycamore Inn, while Santa's Village Azoosment Park is 30 miles from the property. Chicago Rockford International Airport is 34 miles away.

Elena & Hannah

Elena & Hannah

E&H

Wedding

5:30 PM–6:00 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM–7:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM–11:30 PM

Reception