Wedding Party
Jennifer McDonald Qualls
Maid of Honor
Jen and I have experienced so much life together, its hard to even fathom. It all started with an invite to my first grade bowling birthday party and continued from there. We started our first job together at UM Concessions, road tripped to Portland to scout out colleges, listened to DMB 3 days in a row at the Gorge, celebrated the love of Jen and Jake in Belize and welcomed the sweetest baby girl, Olivia to the world. Together we have stood side by side, through adventures, heartbreaks, loss and so much love and I feel so lucky to have this amazing soul in my life!
Rob Sholty
Best Man
Throughout our over 25 years of friendship, Rob has been a true brother in arms in every trench and mountain of my life. We've shared so many life-changing moments and milestones together that will forever bond us. If I've got a body that needs burying in the desert, he's the one showing up at sundown with shovels and a cinematography-grade lighting kit.
Erin Gjefle
Bridesmaid
From the moment the Gjefles moved into the big green farmhouse across the field from us in first grade, Erin and I became instant BFFs. We've fought over who got to be Olivia Newton John while watching Grease on repeat, warmed our feet on the heater while waiting to go to school in the morning, threw on Jock Jams and practiced Da Dip and other equally cool dance moves. We don't see each other often, but we sure do have a great time when we're together and when catching up about life while Erin cooks dinner or heads to yoga.
Jon Petaros
Groomsman
My brother is the guy you look for when the zombie apocalypse hits. His unique mechanical knowledge and general MacGuyver Man resourcefulness puts him in a league of his own. He's also the guy who'd stop and check to see if someone stranded on the road needs a helping hand. I never underestimate his ability to solve a problem or deconstruct the structural issues of society over a wide-ranging phone chat.
Shian Knuth-Hafeez
Bridesmaid
My first best friend in Vegas, and we are still holding strong! Shian and I bonded INSTANTLY upon pickup from the airport (we didnt know each other yet, but we were destined to be friends). Shian brings the good vibes and even better dance moves (I dare you to challenge her to a dance battle). We did ALL the Vegas adventuring, from concerts to clubs, to the Venetian VIP lounge and boat days and worked on our mental health while we were at it. We've had all the fun together and even with living across the country we pick it right back up whenever we are together and when we manage to squeeze in a catch up call on occasion.
Chad Cooles
Groomsman
Mr. Cooles is a kindred spirit in so many ways. Whether it was slinging cheesecake at the Cheesecake Factory together, going on hikes or lunches around Hollywood, or bonding over the challenges/joys of being a creative, I have always appreciated Chad's zest and zeal for life. He's been a true cheerleader in my journey and is always game for a spontaneous trip to an art gallery or an impromptu acting bit while walking down the street.
Josh Ahles
Bridesman
Josh and I first bonded over late night crossword puzzling in the Pantzer Dorm lobby. Who knew that random guy from a couple floors up would become one of my most cherished friends. From our time in the dorms, to our roomie era at the Strand House, to making a very concerted effort to connect over the phone when we both moved to new cities, our friendship has morphed and grown over time and I am forever grateful.
Kindra McHenry
Groomswoman
My sister from another mister. Nothing bonds two people together more than sharing a bathroom for years as roommates, lol. Kindra has a heart of gold, some Texas girl sweet tea sass, and a love for pups that is beautiful to witness. She has seen me grow and change through many a Pokemon evolution and has always had my back. Our late night roomie chats and silly shenanigans will always live in my heart space fondly.
Gigi Le
Bridesmaid
An edgy mortician walks into a bar...and after striking up a conversation and sharing some obviously more interesting banter than what was going on between Ariel and her date, also at said bar, a forever friendship was formed. Gigi is my eat good food, explore new cocktails, and my true sister in arm in the ever evolving world of online dating. We have stories to share for days! And plenty of time to share when Gigi swings by after work for all our low key couch hangs.
Skyler Seymore
Groomsman
Skyler is a beautiful soul. His love and light fills any room he enters. But don't be fooled! He also has the capacity to be as much of a rapscallion and cosmic jester with the best of them (which would be yours truly). I've deeply appreciated the many times spent together driving around LA singing songs and being silly, epic game nights, or just talking about life stuff over a yummy lunch at a favorite spot. Never a dull moment with this brightly beaming human.