Wedding Party
Amber Weaver
Maid of Honor
Message From the Bride: I could not imagine this day without my little sister by my side. I wouldn’t have made it through half of the difficult things in my life if it weren’t for Amber. Growing up with her and my brother was a joy and a blessing, and I could not be more excited to have her with me on one of the days she and I have talked about since we were children.
Riley Davis
Matron of Honor
Message From the Bride: Riley is one of my very favorite people I’ve ever met. We often joke that we are each other’s soulmate. She is one of the kindest, funniest, most considerate humans I’ve ever known. It is my absolute honor to be her best friend and to have her be my matron of honor.
Daija Anderson
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: Daija is one of my best friends, and she voluntarily chose to stick out all of the chaos that went along with being my best friend throughout high school and college. Our friendship has lasted for well over ten years now, and I cannot imagine my life without the love and light she brings to it every day. I am so excited to have Daija and her baby (my godchild!) be a part of this special time!
Sarah Barnes
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: When I met Sarah, I thought she hated me. Little did I know, I would really consider her my older sister well before Christopher and I were even engaged. From crafting for hours to dressing as multiple iconic duos for one Halloween, Sarah really has become one of my very best friends. I am so excited to have her be a bridesmaid and officially make her my sister!
Claire Connell
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: I knew Claire would be one of my favorite people from Christopher’s family from the moment I met her. She has quickly become a very close friend, confidant, support system, and shoulder to cry on for all things wedding. She has made me laugh in the middle of tears on multiple occasions, and I am so excited to have her be in my bridal party.
Ella Barnes
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: Ella is one of the best humans I have ever known. Getting to know Ella through Christopher’s family has been one of my favorite bonuses of finding him. Her chaotic (and somehow simultaneously calming) energy and ability to tell a story are completely unmatched. I am so unbelievably grateful to have her in my life, and I am so excited to have her be a part of our wedding day!
Samantha Stafford
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: From making sure my hair is right for photos to making sure I haven’t forgotten everything I own, Sam has made it clear to me from the beginning that she has my back. She is someone I can count on to be in my corner, rant about books with me, and stay up all hours of the night because I’m feeling chatty. She has quickly become such a close friend in my life, and I am so excited to have her be a bridesmaid!
Jildarica Moses
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: Jildarica has one of the most comforting personalities I’ve ever met. She has always made me feel loved, safe, and special. She is everything you could ever want for the morning of your wedding and so much more. She has been asking me about my ideas and thoughts when it comes to this wedding for well over a year now. I am beyond proud to call her one of my bridesmaids!
Clara
Bridesmaid
Message From the Bride: When I started picturing the morning of the wedding and who I knew I wanted to be there, Clara was one person I quickly decided I could not do without. She is one of the most kind, genuine, funny people I have ever met. She has had my back when I needed and continues to fight in my corner. I am so honored to have her join my bridal party!
Austin Marie Weaver
Flower Girl
Message From the Bride: I have known from the moment my niece was born that she would be a part of this day. I am so excited that this moment is finally here. My brother’s daughter has always been one of my favorite people on the planet- she is such a big-hearted, spirited kid. I am so excited to get to include her in our wedding day!
Kennamer Connell
Flower Girl
Message From the Bride: I would be lying if I said my bonus niece isn’t on the list of exciting parts about marrying Christopher. Kennamer has one of the most infectious smiles I have ever encountered, and I could not be more excited to have her walk with my niece, Austin Marie, on our big day!
Emory Shoemaker
Ring Bearer
Message From the Bride: This is my nephew, Emory! This little dude and I have always been besties. We cook together, we play hot wheels together, we watch movies together, and this kid has cheered me up on more than one occasion. He is genuinely one of the smartest, most empathetic little guys I’ve ever met. Even though his first response to being ring bearer was, “I don’t know.. I’m going to need to sit down”, I am so excited to have changed his mind and have him be our ring bearer!
Milo
Ring Bearer
Message From the Bride: If you know us at all, you probably know our four legged shadow, Milo. Milo is the best dog on the planet, and he is my very best friend. Before meeting Christopher, Milo and I established a pretty close relationship. (And if you know Milo, you know that is a huge understatement.) But the love that Christopher shows Milo and me collectively quickly became enough to have Milo looking out the window everyday around the time Christopher comes home from work. It is fairly rare these days that we go anywhere without Milo, and he is one of the most important parts of our life together. It only made sense to have him be a part of our wedding day. In addition to signing our marriage license, Milo will be walking with Emory as a “ring bear”!
Stacey Scoggins
Officiant
Message From the Bride: Christopher and I knew we wanted Stacey to officiate our wedding before we were even engaged. She is one of the warmest people I’ve ever met (and if you know Stacey, you know this could apply literally, as well as metaphorically). Her kind energy and hilarious personality always made me feel safe and at home. We simply could not imagine a better person to marry us, and we are so excited that she agreed to be a part of our day!
Ryan Shaddox
Best Man
Message from the groom: Ryan is my best friend, and throughout the last year, he has helped through and lot. I wish I could’ve met him sooner. He’s a great guy and great father. I’ve seen him through a lot of stages, and he is a strong and resilient person, who wears his heart on his sleeve (even though he pretends like he doesn’t). He even introduced me to Magic and helped me make even more friends that I wouldn’t have made without him. I am glad to call him my best friend and, of course, my best man!
Nick Rowan
Groomsman
Message from the groom: Nick has been in my life ever since I can remember. As my sister’s best friend, I’ve always thought of him as a brother. He always helped me with anything I needed. He is a sweet kind man who lights up a room whenever he arrives. I am honored to have him be a groomsman.
Dylan Barnes
Groomsman
Message from the groom: Dylan is one of the most talented people I know. Ever since I can remember, he always had an eye for art. He even made a game that Jacksepticeye (a YouTuber) played. Dylan is such a sweet kid, who takes care of the people he cares about. I’m so excited for him to be in my party!
Trevor Connell
Groomsman
Message from the groom. Trevor is an amazing guy, and ever since he joined our family, I’ve always looked up to him. He treats me like I’ve always been part of his family. He also helped bring one of the most precious babies to this world. He is a man that I aspire to be, and I’m happy to have him be a part of our day!
Tyler Davis
Groomsman
Message from the groom: I haven’t known Tyler for too long, but the entire time I’ve known him, he has been such an outstanding man. Tyler is a sweet, kindhearted man with such a big heart (and a great fashion choice). He even let me hangout with him and his groomsmen on the day of his wedding. I’m so excited to now have him be a groomsman in our wedding!
Bryan Gutierrez
Groomsman
Message from the groom: I haven’t know Bryan for very long, but he is a super cool guy. Every time we are together, he always has something to say and something we can relate to. He has treated Jildarica with love and kindness, and that’s a 10/10 in my vote! I’m honored to have him be a part of my party.
Josh Taylor
Groomsman
Message from the groom. Josh is my brother. He was been in my life since I was born, of course, and he has always been there for me. Even though sometimes we go without talking for months, we always catch up like we haven’t. He has taught me a lot and always cared for me. A lot of the stuff I love today was because of him, and I can never say how much I appreciate him enough! I’m so excited to have him be a groomsman.