Angela - Maid of Honor
Oh gosh...where to start ? Seneca has known this young lady since she was 5 years old, in Mrs. Sweet's kindergarten class. She is currently in Law School. Angela is Seneca's wing girl, a 5 a.m phone call, the most supportive friend, and that boost of confidence that any girl would ever need in life. She has known Sen through the worst & best of times. She is not afraid to go on a random adventure or lay in bed all day talking for hours on hours about nothing and everything all at the same time. Sen is beyond blessed to have such a loyal friend through all the years, the travels, the heartbreaks, and future plans such as bedazzling their wheelchairs when they grow old (not to be confused with growing apart from one another).
Nick - Best Man
Oh where to begin ? Benjamin grew up with this hairless man known as brother Nick. Nick and Ben have been very close throughout the years. Though many backyard brawls have taken place over time, Nick was always there to be a great wingman. 1,750 miles separate these two and Ben still hears Nick waking him up to "do something" before the sun comes up. They've moved each other across the country multiple times and have managed not to kill each other tackling one adventure at a time. Hopefully Nick has learned that you can't put unleaded fuel in a diesel tank ;) Nick is still very upset that his brother has not spent more time with his first child, Monte (a miniature version of chewbacca, doggy style).
Lauren - Bridesmaid
Seneca & Lauren has been best friends since the 3rd grade. Lauren (also known as Lo), has taught Sen about fashion, how to make the best break-up CDs, and has shared the same birthday parties at midnight. Lauren currently lives in Los Angela's and has been hopping back and forth between New York and California since they were kids. No matter the distance, Seneca's and Lauren's friendship has never faded and will never fade for that matter.
Nick (Wich) - Groomsman
Nick and Ben first stumbled upon each other as neighbors. Ben thought he had an "in" on Everblade tickets as Nick had the neighborhood convinced he was a player on the team. Nick and Ben have shared many great memories over the years. Ben will never forgot getting the nock on his front door and seeing Nick in a bloody t-shirt, a result of nairing his chest. Nick's long flowing locks will never be forgotten.
Beth - Bridesmaid
Beth was Seneca's first college roommate. Beth was always willing to go to Sen's sorority functions and take long walks through the snow with her at any hour. Beth never judged and was always a supportive friend. Beth would travel hours to make time in her busy schedule to always rekindle the flame in their friendship on countless occasions. Beth is currently residing in Tampa, hairdressing and making people beautiful.
Lindsay - Bridesmaid
Lindsay is Seneca's "big sister" in Alpha Kappa Phi. She means the world to Sen and defines her entire college experience (which was phenomenal by the way). Lindsay was always Seneca's biggest fan and catch up time is always like no time lost at all. Lindsay scoped out Sen before she even made it to the state school. The first night Seneca arrived on campus (Fall 2008), those two were connected and had made a bond beyond explanation. Lindsay is currently living in Connecticut.
Travis - Groomsman
RTB and Ben met at a Christmas party hosted by his parents in the mid 90's (Ben was hired on as the bar-staff). Their friendship took off after Travis moved his family to Southwest Florida. The chaos begin one fateful night at Dwyer's that ended with jello shots, hot tubs, and the sun coming up. Despite Travis's negative comments directed towards the Vikings, he and Ben have remained tight.
Jenny - Bridesmaid
Jenny was introduced by Ben as a spouse of his "wolf pack". Seneca has always looked up to Jenny and her husband as her relationship role model. She is simply AMAZING! Did I mention that Seneca needs her by her side to fight her battles as she is a crossfit beast!? Seriously though, Sen can be herself at any given moment around Jenny and she is always a breath of fresh air hangout with. Although, Jenny and her husband has made Sen obsessed with World of Beer (or beer other than miller-lite for that matter),Sen is grateful to have known this women for the past 3 1/2 years and is looking forward to many more years to come .
Brian (Buck) - Groomsman
Buck and Ben met in the Bennigan's era. Buck was a loyal bar patron with Ben slinging him up countless Coors Lights. Since then, Ben has graduated to selling cars and Buck has moved on to whisky-gingers and IPA's. Buck has remained Ben's friend despite being asked to help Ben with countless home improvement projects. Buck remains a man-of-mystery with many women failing in their attempt to tame him.
Jimmy - Groomsman
Jimmy Ray Smith AKA Zorro was Ben's first Florida friend. He and Ben played important roles in bringing the "wolf pack" together. Ben will never forgot the day that Jimmy called him to report his retirement from softball due to gout after only one game. Since that time Jimmy and his dog Chi-Chi have developed a close relationship, uninterrupted by the many women in his life.
Felicia - Bridesmaid
Felicia was introduced at Stillwater Grill as a girlfriend of one of Ben's neighbors, Couto. Sen could always count on Felicia for attending any special occasion throughout the years. Sen and Felicia were always the "new" members to the original gang. They shared many similarities such as figure skating, age ranges, and education. Felicia is a little bit of everything and Sen is so grateful to have her by her side as they share another milestone in their life together.
Abby (& Ava: Flower Girl) - Bridesmaid
Abby is Benjamin's sister and was introduced to Seneca in 2012 when Ben decided to fly her out to meet his family after dating for a short 2 months! Abby's house was the first stop of many and she was the most easy going person to get to know in Minnesota. Seneca also fell in love with her daughter (Ava), that very same night. Ava ("who was 3 in June", even though it was July), showed Sen her princess castle and did not want mommy and "Beneca" to go out for some adult time. Throughout the distance these past 3 years and counting, Sen & Ben has been so lucky through airfare and technology to stay in touch with such a wonderful family.
Scot - Groomsman
Scot and Ben met at a bachelor's party in Fort Lauderdale (details cannot be discussed). Their love of Minnesota sports strengthened their friendship throughout the years . Scot may have saved Sen and Ben's relationship by hiring her part time at Casa Ybel over the summer of 2013. With Ben working all the time, Sen needed social interaction or she may have moved back to NY due to boredom. Scot claims to have been a champion wrestler, but Ben took him down on Halloween night dressed as Hugh Hefner.
Steph - Bridesmaid
Stephanie is another one of Benjamin's siblings. She is currently living in Minnesota as a hotel manager at Radisson Blu and is nothing short of a good time. Seneca was eager to get to know Steph and is so grateful to have gain a new sister through the process. Steph has hooked up Ben & Sen with a great hotel deals allowing them to stay in luxury in NYC & Minneapolis. Sen is looking forward to Steph & her long time boyfriend Eric visiting Florida in the near future!
Dana - Groomsman
Dana and Ben were high school buds before attending River Falls their freshman year of college. Although they were both captains of their high school football team, neither played in college. Dana, because of his height and Ben because of his speed. Both transferred to different schools but remain in touch. Many great times we had at Dana's lake home in Cumberland, WI. Shockingly Dana continued to invite Ben up, despite Ben's famous sleepwalking incident. Sorry Jerry and Glenda.
Ryan - Groomsman
Whitey and Ben also grew up together in the town of LeSueur, MN. Ryan's light skin has kept him from visiting Ben as much as he would have liked(Vikings-Bucs game 2001). Ryan has developed into an excellent father, role model, and coach. Ben is highly considering asking Ryan for his secret to fertility as he is ready to start a family of his own. Many great times were had by these two, including the infamous night at Johnny Holmes in Waconia, MN.
Chris - Groomsman
Couto and Ben also met as neighbors(roommates with Nick W). Ben and Chris shared many morning coffees to discuss prior night scandals. Chris played an important role in creating the famous Suzy Q head seen at many ballparks around the country. Ben has always appreciated Chris's keen eye for business(Professional Home Services). Chris even employed Ben for a brief period of time during Ben's in-between job phase. Ben will never forgot the burning cigarette pacing from side to side on their neighbor's lanai at all hours of the night.