Alayna & Dalton
Wedding Party
Elise Hysmith
Maid of Honor
Since the 3rd grade, Elise and Alayna have been by each other's side. Through concerts, cars, prom, heartbreaks, bad haircuts, several graduations, football games, multiple moves, both pursuing dream jobs; they have managed to stand by each other always. They can call each other at any time no matter what, and always pick up right where they left off. Elise has always been fearless, and Alayna vividly remembers Elise pulling many snakes out of our pool filter without blinking twice. At this point Elise and Alayna are family and we can't wait to have her by our side as Alayna's maid of honor.
Patrick Parker
Best Man
Dalton met Patrick at a Mexican Restaurant when Patrick offered to pay for Dalton's meal and they have been close ever since. They have gone on many mischievous adventures together, and always pick up where they last left off at no matter how long it has been. Dalton & Patrick enjoying going to the gun store and the Chinese buffet together. Patrick is like a brother to Dalton. We are so glad to have Patrick as Dalton's best man.
Hannah Hodge
Bridesmaid
Hannah & Alayna met in 6th grade where they had orchestra together- they both played the viola. Since then, they have basically been soul sisters. Hannah always gives the best laughs and advice. They have spent so many holidays and vacations together. They are partners in crime. Once, on a trip to Arkansas they had to get on stage and dance in front of an audience. Alayna was mortified but Hannah rocked it. They also sang karaoke together at Alayna's graduation from OSU. There is nobody else Alayna would like to stand beside her on any stage! We are so thrilled to have Hannah walk down the aisle with us as bridesmaid.
Wyatt Thurman
Groomsman
Wyatt is Dalton's youngest brother and they enjoy all things nerdy together. Wyatt and Dalton may not have always gotten along growing up (such as Wyatt putting tooth picks in the floor and Dalton stepping on them) but in the last few years they have grown very close (including many late night D&D sessions). Wyatt helped pick up the ring, helped capture the proposal, so naturally Wyatt will be standing by our side on our wedding day as groomsman.
Victoria Thurman
Bridesmaid
Victoria has been such a wonderful blessing in Dalton and I's life and I am ecstatic to be gaining such a wonderful and supportive sister! It will be so wonderful to have another Thurman girl by my side as my bridesmaid.
Conner Thurman
Groomsman
Conner is Dalton's middle brother. When their parents first brought Conner home, Dalton sat on Conner and tried to poke his eyeballs out. Conner may blame Dalton for his poor eyesight, but they have grown very close in their adult age. Conner can always be relied on to help offer Dalton advice regarding all things marriage. Conner is also a Veterinarian and when Dalton asks Alayna an animal related question and doesn't like Alayna's answer, Conner will always be Daltons next go to for animal related advice. Conner usually gives the same answer as Alayna. Dalton indeed should not feed the dogs chocolate. We are so happy to have Conner as a groomsman.
Brooklyn Jackson
Bridesmaid
Brooklyn is our oldest niece and such a beautiful, sweet, smart young lady! We are so happy to have Brooklyn to help us celebrate our life together.
Kyle Morton
Groomsman
Kyle and Dalton have been friends for several years and have a mutual love for trucks and hunting. Kyle and Dalton talk to each other every day, since they have a serious snapchat streak relationship. Kyle is hilarious and genuinely a wonderful person and we are so excited to have him as a groomsman.
Jessica Eastep
Bridesmaid
Jess and I are not only best friends, but family too since she married my cousin Jamie. Jess and I spent our undergrad days laughing and drinking coffee in the animal science building at Oklahoma State. I am so incredibly thankful for the love and support that Jess and Jamie have given me through the years, and I undoubtedly would not have been able to achieve my dream of becoming a Veterinarian without Jess's constant support. Jess is the kind of friend that will be at your house in 5 minutes when you need her. I am so excited to have Jess by my side as my bridesmaid.
Scott Berry
Groomsman
Scott was Dalton's first friend at community college in "crazy lady's chemistry class". Dalton actually introduced Scott to his now wife, Chelsey. Dalton and Scott share a mutual love of guns. We are excited to have Scott around in the future, especially for all our future accounting needs! Scott is such a kind and fun person, and we are happy to have him as a groomsman at our wedding.
Eron Gresham
Groomsman
"Oh Eron" - Dalton, when asked what he wanted to say about Eron. In all seriousness, Eron is wonderful, and we are so thrilled to have him as a groomsman.
Nicole Creeden
Bridesmaid
Nicole, Erin, and I met in our first year of Veterinary school when we were in a small animal anatomy lab group together. A lot of laughing (maybe not enough learning) was done in anatomy lab, and we have supported each other through the toughest four years of veterinary school. Nicole will tell you straight how is it, and doesn't sugar coat things. I still remember the day Dalton and I went on our first date and I called Nicole immediately afterwards to tell her about the best first date. Nicole is hilarious and supportive, and I cannot want to have her by my side as my bridesmaid.
Erin Walker
Bridesmaid
Erin, Nicole, and I met in our first year of Veterinary school when we were in a small animal anatomy lab group together. A lot of laughing (maybe not enough learning) was done in anatomy lab, and we have supported each other through the toughest four years of veterinary school. Erin is always my sounding voice of reason and I am so grateful for her friendship to both Dalton and I. I cannot wait to have Erin by my side as bridesmaid.
Mason Motte
Groomsman
Dalton and Mason met at work in Jefferson City and quickly became best friends. The two of them working in the office together is quite comical and maybe not always the most productive. They share a love for both hunting and chiropractic. We are so blessed to have Mason by our side on our wedding day.
Briley Jackson
Flower Girl
Briley is our niece, and she is so excited to be our flower girl! She loves her Aunt Alayna & Uncle Dalton very much and we cannot wait to see her be the most wonderful flower girl that there ever was.
Braden Jackson
Ring Bearer
Braden is our nephew, and we are so excited to have him be the ring bearer! Braden enjoys playing games outside with Dalton.
Jamie Eastep
Officiant
Jamie is Alayna's cousin and a good friend to Dalton. Dalton and Jamie enjoy talking everything hunting. Alayna depended heavily on Jess and Jamie during undergrad. It seems only fitting to have a faith centered guy like Jamie be our officiant and guide us while we start our married lives together.
Zack & CC Ivey
Usher of the Dogs
Zack & CC were crucial to Alayna & Dalton's relationship. Alayna & CC were vet school big/little and roommates for all of veterinary school. Zack & CC were wonderful roommates, best friends, and dog uncle/aunt. CC & Alayna were fast friends since they lived together and went to school together. It wasn't long before CC was Alayna's confidant in all things regarding vet school, boys, and life in general. Alayna remembers when Zack told Alayna he was going to propose to CC (a hard secret to keep from my roommate!). Alayna remembers the first time she text CC that she would be home later than normal because she was visiting Dalton (he lived an hour away at the time). Dalton & Zack bonded over their mutual love of hunting. Dalton got to practice his chiropractor skills daily since Zack & Alayna were eager participants. We went on many outdoor adventures with our 4 doggos. Alayna, Dalton, Zack, CC, 4 large dogs, 1 cat, and 2 rabbits all lived in one house together. We are one big animal loving family. We can't imagine getting married without their support, so it feels only right that Zack & CC will be there to walk the dogs down the aisle.
Wesson
Alayna's Dog
Wes is Alayna's dog and he is thrilled to be gaining a dog dad as wonderful as Dalton. Wes is most excited that Dalton feeds him food off his plate when mom is not looking.
Luna
Dalton's Dog
Luna is Daltons' dog and Luna is annoyed about sharing attention with her other dog siblings now, but she does really enjoy playing with the cat. Luna is also annoyed that her mom tells her to stop barking so much and won't let her eat chocolate anymore.
Sammich
Our 1st Dog Together
Sammy is Dalton and I's first animal together. We found Sammy in the streets on the same day that Dalton passed his last board exam. We quickly realized that Sammy would be our first foster fail, but we do love the youth that Sammy adds to our house. Sammy is happy that his mom is a future veterinarian as Sammy likes to eat a lot of things that he shouldn't - including his dad's hunting gear.