Michaela & Blake
Wedding Party
Nick
Best Man
The Best Friend from College. How Nick met Blake: "It was winter of 2013. It was my first day in New York and I really didn't know what to expect. I especially didn't think it would be the day I would meet my lifelong best friend, Blake Snyder. By spring, Blake and I had started freshman year at Saint Rose. During pre-season Blake and I really started to bond, and before the semester had even started we were two peas in pod. Our friendship has since witnessed; 0 NCAA Championships, 1 trip to the UK, 2 trips to Florida, countless memories - and one too many Natty Lights." In his own words: "The more handsome best man." If you see him at the wedding, conversation topics could include: Porsche 911's, anything British, the Florida heat, and Aperol Spritz's.
Brittany
Maid of Honor
The Oldest Sister. How Britt met Michaela: "March 1995 she became my second sister making me the oldest and wisest of the three Perry girls." In her own words: "Mother of three and retired party girl still living vicariously through Michaela and all of her friends. Late nights now include diaper changes, popping (baby) bottles, and jamming out to the itsy bitsy spider." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: her three kids, Dawson, June and Wyatt, her kitty Bo, running errands, and crocheting.
Jeff
Best Man
The Other Best Friend from College. How Jeff Met Boyd: It was a summer day in the dog days of August. As I laced my soccer cleats up and got ready for try outs I noticed a kid with sideburns. I thought “wow he’s 18 and has sideburns that’s pretty cool.” Then he played soccer for four years while I watched him and we had a blast in and out of season. We were roommates, Stewart’s enthusiasts and occasional drinking buddies. We shared a common love for natty light and the Rangers. In his own words: "Love all of my friends very dearly, below average golfer but above average swimmer. Enjoys rooting against his friends sports teams for fun." If you see him at the wedding, conversation topics could include: being a wing man, the NY Mets, quotes from The Office, and his go to McDonalds order.
Amanda
Matron of Honor
The Middle Sister. How Amanda met Michaela: "Michaela was born and made me a middle child, ruining my life forever." In her own words: "The funniest most awkward person you could meet, proudest dog mom, the middle sister (still the favorite), the only child to win a state championship (why I know I'm dads favorite), and wife of the party who is always down to have a good time. Sassy, classy, and a touch of badassy." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: her golden, Samson, reality TV shows, the Buffalo Bills, and being the most athletic daughter.
Joe
Groomsman
The Best Friend from Home. How Joe met Blake: "Third grade Moreau Rec basketball. Blake was by far the best player on the court. Oh how the turn tables..." (?) In his own words: "Handsome, by far the funniest out of the boys and always ready to provide a laugh or smile. Was athletic at one point." If you see him at the wedding, conversation topics could include: his current song on repeat, his boat, the New York Jets, and your finances.
Brooke
Bridesmaid
The Future Sister In Law. How Brooke met Michaela: "I've known her for what seems like forever from always being around Blake. I always told my mom that she seemed to really like Blake, LOL. We created our own friendship through varsity softball and soccer, she always made me laugh and looked out for me." In her own words: "With this group of girls and boys, I'm always known as "Blake's sister." I'm shy, athletic, and the more competitive Snyder. Blake and I are almost opposites other than our love for sports and family." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: her dog, River, the New York Yankees, her mini putt-putt game, and ANY movie.
Ricky
Groomsman
The Other Best Friend from Home. How Rick met Blake: "The first week of school on the Kindergarten playground I met a new friend who I thought was "Blank Snyder" ... turns out when I told my parents my new friends name it was actually Blake Snyder. I have been friends with Blake since then, from being rivals in rec soccer to sharing the field with him on senior night. Blake has always been someone I look up to and am honored to call my friend." In his own words: "I'm a pretty average guy, loves sports, drinking beer and will bust a move if I have enough drinks in me." If you see I'm at the wedding, conversation topics could include: the New York Yankees, the New York Giants, the New York Rangers, the New York Knicks, and Syracuse basketball. A true New Yorker.
Kayla
Bridesmaid
The Childhood and Longest Best Friend from Home. How Kayla met Michaela: "Our parents were best friends in high school, they moved in down the street from each other, I was born first so Michaela was named after me. I honestly don't remember meeting her, I had no choice." In her own words: "The quiet friend until I'm tipsy. If I'm dancing I should have gone home hours ago." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: her dog, Hudson, health and hiking the ADKs, the color blue, and how easily she burns in the sun.
Josh
Groomsman
The Other Other Best Friend from Home. How Josh met Blake: "Met Blake in first grade Allstars baseball. He then proceeded to be the only two time Hay Family Halloween Bash guest. Second year he wouldn't get out of the car because of a 6'8" Frankenstein pacing in front of the house." In his own words: “The type of guy that doesn’t say no to a good time, whether it’s a night out with the boys or being the fifth wheel. You can usually find me on aux and most of the time by request.” If you see him at the wedding, topics of conversation could include: golf, a good story, cheap beer, and being the third, fifth, seventh and ninth wheel.
Gabby
Bridesmaid
The Best Friend from Home. How Gabby met Michaela: "Completely transformed Michaela's life the day we met on the middle school bus and inadvertently gave her salmonella when offering to share my raw cookie dough I whipped up before school. Stayed my friend after I wore a tiara for picture day." In her own words: "Fiery red head who will definitely be in bed by nine PM. Won't reply to your text but will show up to your house uninvited. Better looking than Joey and absolutely the Rachel of the friends group. Was more athletic than Joey and humbly served as captain of the lacrosse team. Most likely to marry Blake if he re-marries." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: her red headed son, Luca, her second son with four legs, Hank, poutine, and anything French.
Kasey
Bridesmaid
The Other Other Best Friend from Home. How Kasey met Michaela: "We met in middle school, we would go to McDonald's before our soccer games. Unfortunately, we haven't learned our lesson because our McDonald's addiction has only gotten stronger. When you find someone with the same passion for chicken nuggets and fries as you, your friendship can only grow stronger.. and trust me it did!" In her own words: "Always ready to party, dance and force others to have fun (usually with more drinks)! If you see me trying to counsel someone later in the night, give me a water.. I drank too much but will not want to go home! If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: Biscuit, not the food, her dog, living on a farm, being an only child, and her inability to eat gluten.
Lauren
Bridesmaid
The Other Other Other Best Friend from Home. How Lauren met Michaela: "We first met at United Methodist Pre-K, the rest was history." In her own words: "A true icon, the girl who always gets the party started and will keep it going, unfiltered in every way possible, guaranteed to make you smile." If you see her at the wedding, conversation topics could include: being a wing woman, her current favorite craft beer, working from home, how many drinks she's had.
Duncan
Officiant
A close family friend. If you see him at the wedding, conversation topics could include: his love and enthusiasm for craft beer, his friendship with the beloved Paul Snyder, the Jacksonville Jags, and the North Carolina Mountains.