Groom
Aaron and Abigail met while Abigail was giving Aaron's daughter Pheobee swimming lessons. Aaron has a long history of management, loves video games, playing disc golf, and hanging out with his friends and family. Aaron is super excited to find someone he can share his life and his family with, and definitely is the lucky one.
Bride
Abigail and Aaron first met when she gave Pheobee swim lessons. Months later he decided to message her on Facebook and the rest is history. Abigail enjoys doing outdoor activities such as tubing, kayaking, and hiking. Abigail also enjoys reading with a nice glass of wine and hosting their friends and family any chance she gets.
Best Man
Joshua has been like the brother that Aaron never asked for, but has come to be unable to live without. Between living as roommates, working together, and of course extracurricular wild party nights, they have seen the ups and the downs. Through all of it Joshua has always shown that he will be there when it matters and always be true.
Maid of Honor
Megan is close friends with both Aaron and Abigail. Megan met Abigail when Aaron brought her to group functions. Megan and Abigail bonded over their love for wine and shark coochie boards and the rest is history. Megan is a quick witted sarcastic commenter which Abigail loves as there is never a dull moment.
Best Man
Being 5 days apart in age, Zed and Aaron are as close as cousins can be. Some would even call it like brothers. Both Zed and Aaron grew up playing soccer, video games, and always supporting each other through anything. Family has always been implemented as a huge priority in both their lives, and has continued as they have both started their own respective families.
Maid of Honor
Meghan met Abigail freshman year of college at Marian University. They became fast friends and trauma bonded over the horrors of living in Doyle Hall. They lived together throughout their college experience and have continued their shenanigans throughout adulthood. They are the masterminds of the word wall that is hung proudly in Abigail's home office.
Groomsman
Tony and Aaron met playing recreational soccer where Aaron, as Tony claims, "Stole My Spot!!" as starting goalkeeper. Once Tony moved next door to Aaron, the friendship became stronger than ever. Through endless nights of video gaming, to borderline overeating competitions, to actual video game competitions, Tony and Aaron have done it all. Tony has a heart of gold, a big hugger, and assurance that he will always stand behind those he holds close. Also, we must always remember with fond memories running into the great wall of Tony.
Bridesmaid
Pheobee met Abigail as Miss Abbie the swim teacher. Which is how Aaron and Abigail met. Pheobee is a hard worker and impressed Abigail with her quick progress in the pool. Pheobee enjoys reading, marching band, and bullying Abigail with her free time, much to Aaron's amusement. Pheobee has become as much a part of Abigail's life as Aaron has, and the bond they share is extremely special. The little family we all have is super special and the memories shared in a short period of time will last a lifetime.
Groomsman
Raymond and Aaron also met during the cornhole series that became a huge part of everyone's life. Even though everyone tries to steal him, we all know that Ray and Aaron are the true winning partners of cornhole (yes there are pictures with the trophy). Raymond is true to himself and always puts family before anything and has become a huge part of both Aaron and Abigail's life. If you have followed either the Bride or Groom on facebook, you've seen Raymond's classic post; "Family" and he keeps true to that word!
Bridesmaid
Zena is friends with both Aaron and Abigail. Zena met Abigail when Aaron brought her to group functions and Zena was the first person to make Abigail feel a part of the group that became part of her family. Zena is someone who is going to tell you how it is and that one reason why Abigail loves her. Zena was the first person to call Aaron Abigail's husband before they were even engaged. You could say that she is a future teller! Zena enjoys hanging out with their group of friends and kicking Abigail's butt at cornhole.
Groomsman
Larry has always been around to be the life of the party. Aaron and Larry met during the start of the cornhole series that has become a seasonal part of all of our lives. There is no love lost in the amount of smack talk and competition, but at the end of the day there is always a strong family bond. Through it all, Larry has become a huge part of the family and is always willing to give the shirt off his back if needed for his family.
Bridesmaid
Katelyn is Abigail's cousin-in-law. Katelyn is the go-to person on anything wedding as she loves planning them. Katelyn and Abigail first bonded over making fun of Katelyn's husband, Jared. Katelyn and Abigail both have a love for cows and keep trying to convince Jared to get them cows. . Abigail will always be grateful for Katelyn's wisdom through the whole wedding process.
Groomsman
Keith and Aaron met at a young age playing recreational soccer. Even then there were many nights spent playing video games in the basement, team sports, and dirt bikes. Wouldn't have guessed then that Keith would play such a huge role in the rest of life. Keith has taken on a secondary father role in Pheobee's life and has become closer than family to Aaron. Finding ways to make our crazy, non traditional family work for the benefit of all parties involved has been challenging, but highly rewarding. Literal friends to family story here, and it has never failed to be a fun ride!
Bridesmaid
Kelsey is another one of Abigail's high school friends. Kelsey and Abbie bonded over the trauma that is high school and have kept in touch since. Kelsey is one of those people you want in your corner when you need to feel empowered. Kelsey enjoys doing new things and the most recent new hobby is crocheting much to Abigail's joy as it has made her get back into the hobby. Abigail also enjoys hearing about the crazy Chicago stories that Kelsey always has!
Groomsman
Shawn was the one whom introduced Aaron to disc golf and gave him his first disc. For those of you that know the proposal story of Abigail and Aaron, it was done on a disc golf course with a disc. Also know as "Big Gay Shawn", Shawn has become a great friend over the years and shared a lot of great memories on the disc golf course as well as in life.
Bridemigo
Juan is Abigail's best friend from high school. They have always confided in each other when needing a good rant session and enjoy doing outdoorsy activities with their group of friends. Juan and Abigail also enjoy a good political debate against each other even when they do not see eye to eye. Abigail knows she can always count on Juan to give her a different perspective while also feeling heard on her own perspective. Juan is also a fun drinking buddy!
Flower Man
Jared is Abigail's first cousin however, they were raised more like siblings. Jared likes to push Abigail's buttons and she always reminds Jared of all the mean things he did to her growing up. Such as taking her baby doll and throwing it in the spider infested basement. Jared enjoys car shows, spending time with his son, and going on vacations in his free time.
Bridesdude & Flower Man
Ayden is the brother to Abigail. They are very close siblings and are always looking out for each other in spite of their age difference. They also push each others buttons to the annoyance of their parents. Ayden is a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and enjoys video games. Ayden also has the biggest heart and would do anything for anyone. He also likes to joke around that he is Abigail's big brother since he is taller than her.
Ring Bearer
Ryker is the cutest ring bear that anyone has ever seen. Ryker enjoys playing with trains, trucks, and dance parties. Ryker also enjoys keeping his parents up late at night and facetiming family so that he can see himself on camera. Ryker keeps his parents moving and is always a joy to be around with his infectious laugh and smile.