Shayna & Paul
The Nuptial Cabinet
Jeannie Hirst
Mother of the Bride
What can I say, other than I truly love this woman! She who raised me as a single parent. She was my voice of reason, my comfort, and inspiration. Though we did have our own up's and downs as most mother-daughter relationships, she is still someone whose strength is awe-inspiring. The bond between mother and daughter can’t be replaced with anything. An being your daughter is the best thing that could have happened to me. Because of your strength and passion, I would not be the woman I am today! You are the person who completes my life. I love you mommy.
Greg & Cathy Rice
Father and Mother of the Groom
My parents are some of the best people I know. They have taught me so much and helped me with whatever issue I was having. Through awkward teenage dates to math homework, they have been there and they have guided me in the best way. I love you both and I am so glad to have you as my parents.
Karyn Kelly-Hull
Maid of Honor
Karyn is like the big sister I never had. She was one of the first friends I made here in NC. Ever since she has always been there whether I needed a swift kick in the a, or a shoulder to cry on.
Daniel Ellis
Best Man
Paul's best friend since they were 6. It's been a long time. Through scouts, tabletop, and god knows what else, we have been there.He is a great friend, a wonderful person, and has one of the reddest beards I have ever seen. I love you man.
Alanda Fox
Bridesmaid
We meet in 2013 and it was like meeting myself if I had the confidence of this beautiful woman! From teaching me how to play MTG, countless hours sitting on my roof just hanging out, to our MANY misadventures, and our mutual love of cult horror films. I am so glad to have met you and have you become such and important person in my life baby girl, I friggin love ya!
Daniel Whitlock
Groomsman
Paul's good friend since forever. 2 doors down and close friends ever since. Daniel is a kind wonderful person who is always there to help. Paul is very lucky to have him as a friend.
Bridgette Thurman
Bridesmaid
This gorgeous woman is Shayna's(mine) sister-in-law. However way before we were related we were family. She was one of my closest friends in high school and after. We have spent many a late night playing hours and hours of COD: Black Ops and killing some zombies. Endless summers at the lake and just really good memories. I am so blessed to not only have her as a friend, but honored to call her sister. Plus she gave me 2 adorable children I get to call my niece and nephew. ❤❤
Dallas Whittington
Groomsman
Similar to Daniel Ellis, Paul met Dallas in scouts. Becoming fast friends, Daniel E., Dallas, and Paul were thick as thieves for most of their scouting career. Did it stop there? Heck no.
Jay McDavid
Bridesman
Jay has been a true friend, always coming through. Funny and loyal to the last "L''!
Harper Rice
Groomsman
Paul's brother. Thick as thieves; we have gotten into trouble together, succeeded together, and done crazy accents in a Walmart to convince people we are Australian together.
William Tsang
Honorary Father of the Bride
This man is actually my Uncle, however he is the best male role model I could ever ask for. He has been my hero and idol since we moved back to the states. He taught me to be tough and kind at the same times. He helped me spread my wings and leave TN! I love him so much and so glad to have him apart of my life
Cheryl Haggstrom
Officiant
I met Cheryl working at one of my previous hotels. We didn't start hanging out until after she had to leave, however we have become really close since then. From movie nights, dinner dates, coloring parties....I am really glad to have her in my life! Also her and Paul are apart of #DreamTeam
Willow & Winter Thurman
Flower Girl & Ring Bearer
Winter is my nephew, turning the big 9 this year. Even though now he is the perfect blend of my brother and his wife; when he was an infant it was like I was looking at my older brother as a baby again. Now Winter is so big and getting to be a very respectable and adorable young man. Paul and I are so happy to have his as our Ring Bearer Willow is my niece and a little spitfire. Though due to distance I didn’t get to see her as much as I did her brother when she was an infant, I did when she was a little Tatertoddler. Even at that age, as her mother calls her spicy. Now look at her growing up to be a beautiful little lady. She will be one of my flower girls! I am a proud Aunt of 2 beautiful children and I am so bless to have them apart of my special day!
Olivia Tsang
Flower Girl
Olivia is the daughter of my Uncle Billy. She is a precious little girl and highly intelligent. I love the fact that I will have her as one of my flower girls due to the irony. Growing up my Uncle Billy used to call me his flower; now his daughter is my flower girl.