Wedding Party
Greg
Groom
Alexis
Bride
Bear
Flower Girl
Our flower fur-child will be attending the ceremony
Monkey
Ring Bearer
The 'old man' will be attending the ceremony
Tyler
Best Man
Whether it’s staying up ’til 3 a.m. building Legos, talking aquascaping, horse betting, or wrangling alligators, Tyler always has your back. An amazing father, friend, and colleague, and a survivor through and through, the world’s a luckier place with him in it. His love of parrots, palm trees, and punk rock is only exceeded by his insatiable desire for chimichangas. Ask him about his time at Reptile Gardens or whether he remembers the Berenstein Bears, you won’t be disappointed.
Justine
Maid of Honor
Justine and I practically shared crayons together, that's how far back we go. From making home videos, to splitting frosty's at football games, she's been there through it all. We're two frogs cut from the same leaf (or however the saying goes). Sometimes we can go a long time without talking, but the minute we link back up, it's like no time has past at all. Justine is my ride or die and I can't wait to dance to Wannabe on the dance floor.
Sam
Groomsman
Our pun and only Sam is known by many names, Slammin’ Samin, The One-Finger Suzuki, The Good Doctor. He’s beloved by Zaimes family and friends alike (despite our failed attempts to get him on The Bachelor™). If you’re lucky, he might just read you an excerpt from the “Analogous Zeeman Effect” to lull you to sleep.
Justine
Bridesmaid
Justine and I go way back. From childhood friends, to college roommates, to adult adventurers. Our journey really took off during our college years spent sneaking shots onto campus, spending late nights painting, and hosting some unforgettable parties. If you ask nicely, maybe she'll share a story or two.
Maher
Groomsman
Imagine Snoop Dogg swag, Ice-T–level chill, and a splash of Mr. Peanut nuttiness that’s Maher. Our memories run deep: late-night Tremors rewatches, endless splash-berries at IHOP, hunting Pukei-Pukei, or scheming on the next 'big idea'. One thing I’ve learned about Maher: he’s never gonna give you up, never gonna let you down, never gonna run around and desert you.
Mike
Bridesman
Our paths collided quite literally at a skating rink. Mike and I have spent a lot of nights romping around Pittsburgh. Mike is like the dad I didn't know I needed. He's helped me move (4 times!), sell a car, buy a car, sue my landlord you name it, he's probably done it. In all seriousness Mike would give you the shirt off his back if you asked, he's just that kind of person. I have truly loved our time together and cannot wait to party on the dance floor.
Dan
Groomsman
Ted Nugent, Carl Sagan, and Indiana Jones walk into a bar. Dan would be behind it, pouring flaming Irish Car Bombs and drinking everyone under the table. When Dan decides on something, he does it whether it’s studying Astrophysics, getting a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or convincing Char-Broil to sponsor him by posting UFO-themed grill photos online. Dan is the kind of guy who would give you the shirt off his back… and if we’re lucky, maybe we’ll get him hammered enough to do just that.
Diana
Bridesmaid
Diana and I met in graduate school working under the same advisor. Diana and I really bonded traveling to Scotland for a neuroscience conference (OHBM) and have been good friends ever since. Give her a beer and she'll tell you everything you need to know about perception science and the brain.
Preston
Groomsman
Preston ('Pres') and I spent the first half of our lives practically joined at the hip “half-brothers” in everything but name. He never lets an obstacle stand in his way and loves fiercely, caring deeply for the people around him. Some of my fondest memories are our 3 a.m. dance-marathons in Pittsburgh, where we shut down the night more times than I can count. Today, Pres lives the Dr. Dolittle lifestyle with his partner David, surrounded by two golden retrievers, an ever-growing cast of cats and chickens, and a full-tilt beekeeping operation.
Stine
Groomswoman
Justine (“Stine”) is one of the sweetest, kindest, and most thoughtful people you will ever meet. She’s the person you call when things go sideways; she’ll show up no hesitation, no questions asked. Don’t let that kind Canadian disposition fool you though, Stine is fiercely smart, driven, and will absolutely take your money at the casino and out-dance you afterward. Our memories go way back: toaster-tossing, watermelon-punching, Olympics parties you name it. She is the steady rock that carries you through life.
Jordan
Groomsman
Jordan ('Jord') has been a constant source of laughter, wisdom, and steady guidance throughout my life. We grew up with countless memories: marathon ping-pong battles in my dad’s basement, mountain biking adventures in Acadia national park, and bouncing on the trampoline until our parents thought we’d scramble our brains. Jord is a steadfast husband, an amazing father, and someone whose quiet wisdom has guided me more times than he knows.
Ellen
Bridesmaid
Ellen and I first bonded in middle school over science projects and home movies. Even though life took her all the way to Alaska, we never lost touch. Even with that distance, we’ve always picked up right where we left off. She’s the kind of person who lights up a room without trying, funny, adventurous, and always up for the next thing. From Spain last year to Japan this year, traveling with her is basically guaranteed joy. Just know if you hand her an espresso martini or Aperol spritz, the night isn’t ending anytime soon.
Eric
Officiant
Eric has a heart of gold, a personality that could charm the knickers off a nun, and, in the wise words of Leigh Zaimes, “luscious, beautiful hair.” He lives life fully and loves freely: an amazing father, musician, scholar, world traveler, and friend, equal parts bohemian, professor, and lovable chaos. Ask him about maritime archaeology, field sites in Puerto Rico, or his off-the-rails travels through Istanbul or Greece. Just keep him away from Sailor Jerry and open flames.
