James & Amanda
Wedding Party
Brena Kulp
Matron of Honor
Hmm what can I say about this girl..? Brena is only a few years younger than me but growing up I have looked up to her and we have leaned on each other through both thick and thin. From trips to Twisty Treat, to playing house on Englewood Street, long nights and the bar, to being her Maid of Honor, and holding her first born, its been these special times that have kept us close to each other and know we are always here for one another. Recently Alex Brena's husband and Brena gave me the most beautiful baby boy, my nephew Alex Jr(AJ) and I couldn't be more in love with him. I am so happy to know we are experiencing these special moments together. I am so excited you accepted to be my Matron of Honor I couldn't imagine you not by my side and holding my dress up while I pee! Haha Love you B
Cathy Buck
Maid of Honor
I remember meeting Cathy on October 21th 2011. Jimmy had just asked me to be his girlfriend and said, "I want to bring you to a family vacation camping my whole family will be there." Anxiously I tried to remember who belonged to who but there was one person in particular I knew I was very excited to meet Jimmy's sister. As soon as I met Cathy I knew she was nervous because her brother means the world to her and she didn't want to see him get hurt. It didn't take much time before I knew I was gaining another best friend and even more then that a sister. Cathy is an amazing sister and helps me stay on track. She is honest when I ask an opinion and is the first one to tell me how it is. Even though I only knew Cathy for a few years now, I feel like I have known her forever. Love you always!
Kimberly Brown
Bridesmaid
Kimmy and I are literally born 15 days apart from each other and are awesome because we were born in October! Our moms would say they had us mixed up at the hospital since when we were growing up I was more like her mom and she was like mine but as we got older our similarities were undeniable. We knew what each other were thinking, we hit milestones together, and cried on each other's shoulders. Kimmy and I have so many memories together starting from going to the same preschool to her asking me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding. We have been best friends since birth and no matter the distance she is always there for me. Love you Kimmy! xo
Mary DaSilva
Bridesmaid
Mary when I grow up I want to be like you and have your energy! I look up to you in many ways I try to keep our apartment clean, cut down on naps, and have my place neat and tidy just in case company is to stop by. Over these past couple of years I have been able to come to you for advice and know your are always there to offer help if we need it. I have become so close to the kids and even though the boys think its gross we are getting married (haha) I think they are happy on the inside. It was so nice to have you, Kelly, and the kids included at our engagment and now our special day! I am so glad to have you in my life. I have come a long way because of you and now I am able to bake cookies from scratch. Love you xo
Lori Whartnaby
Bridesmaid
Lori and I go back to the Englewood days. Lori my childhood sister and now is my crazy adventurous best friend. Growing up she was always the mother when playing house and the teacher playing school. Lori is not afraid of a challenge and knows how to have a good time. She was always a leader and always had the solution to any problem. My parents would allow me to bring friends on vacation growing up and Lori would always be my first choice. My parents and I even went on a Disney Cruise with Lori and her family and those memories will last a lifetime. We would always sing songs, play games, and know we were there for each other. Lori may not know it but she plays a big part of who I am today and why I chose to be a social worker. xo
Natalie Greco
Bridesmaid
Natalie is never afraid to be herself and is always striving to help others. She has been my best friend for many years now and is super funny, intelligent, and beautiful inside and out. She is a hard worker and never forgets who her true friends are. I have many memories with Natalie and too many to mention but I remember dancing with her in the street at the block parties and this girl who seemed so much younger than me at the time taught me everything there is to know about booty shaking. Natalie has never failed to make me laugh and has given me the courage to be different and not be afraid to be myself. Very soon she will be a mommy and Baby Spencer is so lucky to have such an awesome lady and positive role model in his life! xo Love you Nat Nat
Jennifer Buck
Bridesmaid
Jenn is my role model for all of her achievements over the years. Jenn is the most kind hearted and goal driven people I know. Jenn is Jimmy's cousin and is a very important person in his life as well. I met Jenn at camp grounds a few years back and from day one she has made such a positive impact on my life and makes me want to strive for my very best. She is helpful, understanding, and a good listener. I am so glad to have Jenn in my life and know if I ever have a problem Jenn will be there for a venting session and to keep me on the right track. Love you Jenn can't wait for the wedding and to have you with me through it all! xo
Alicia Rinier
Bridesmaid
There is so much to love about Alicia. For those of you who may not know her she is one of the most creative people I know. She can take everyday items and come up with the most beautiful masterpieces and her artwork is absolutely breathtaking. She is not afraid to show her sassy side and has an awesome fashion sense. There are many things as you can see I love about Alicia but most of all she is a sincere and genuine close friend and family member. I will never forget Alicia opening her bridesmaid proposal surprise I never seen her smile and be so honored to be a part of our special day. Love you Alicia xo
Emily Rinier
Bridesmaid
Emily is a ball of energy and reminds me a lot of myself growing up. She is not afraid to show her true colors and always makes people smile. If you are having a crappy day you can always rely on Emily to make you feel better. She is a truly unique person and is a very important part of the wedding. Emily is Jimmy's God Daughter and someone that has a special place in his heart. Emily's smile and personality are contagious. I am so excited to have Emily in our bridal party! Love you Em xo
Abby Lelonis
Bridesmaid
Abby holds a special place in my heart. She is a mature young lady who has the heart of gold and will try to help anyone find a solution. She is super outgoing and loves her family very much. Abby and I enjoy a lot the same things and when we see each other whether it would take months we always pick up where we left off. Abby surprised all of the girls in the bridal party one day when I was going over flower choices with everyone. She was able to use her computer skills and crop in different flower selections. It was absolutely amazing and we all had to pick our jaws up off of the floor. Talk about talented! She is simply amazing and when I asked her to be in the bridal party she was overwhelmed with excitement!! Abby you never cease to amaze me I love you so much! xo
Brooke DaSilva
Flower Girl
And lastly, thee most adorable, sassy, bubbly, and overall awesome flower girl Brookie Cookie! You never know what this little girl is going to say. She cannot wait for the special day and wants to know what is going to happen. She picked out her flower girl dress and accessories all by herself and is very excited to show each of you. Brooke is very talented and has taught me things such as the DAB, Whip and Nae Nae, and JuJu on the Beat dances and that little ball of energy has some awesome moves! One of my favorite memories with Brooke is her reaction to us getting engaged since she was there to witness it and us asking her the same way to be our flower girl. I am so happy to share so many memories with Brooke and to have Jimmy's God-daughter a part of our day! Love you so much xo
Rob Carels
Best Man
Best man....the BETTER man! Hahaha. There are not words to describe him and definitely not enough characters on this website. they say you cant pick your family but Im happy to call him my brother, plain and simple. He has been a part of some of both my fondest memories and biggest challenges. We can go weeks with barely talking and then pick up like we never left off. There is not a day that goes by that I dont think about how great the summers were growing up, we would spend every day playing sports and nights up playing video games, if we could only go back to when things were simple. I remember we would prank call Gran sitting next to her and then fight to catch our breathe from laughter. There really arent words to describe how happy I am to have him by my side on my wedding day.
Dave McBride
Groomsman
I met Dave at Holy Ghost Prep and its been a wrap ever since. He has been one of my closest friends and, just like Rob, it really doesnt matter the last time we talked it just seems like yesterday. We have literally struggled through school, life and everything in between. He fit right into the family since day 1 and is definitely able to be the life of the party. From jogging around the lacrosse field, to late night taco bell runs, mountain trips and one of the most memorable road trips of my life (I know he will never let me forget it), Dave has been there. I am beyond thrilled to have him be a part of my next adventure, finally getting married!
Danny Gallagher
Groomsman
Danny definitely adds to the laughter and excitement with this group and may be the most level-headed out of the bunch. I remember being skeptical the first time I met Danny, that was until I actually met him, after that it was like he was family. This family is not the easiest to be around, but he has never missed a beat. And for as long as he has been Jenn, we know he knows how to take a beating (haha love you Jenn!) But on a serious note we are lucky to have Danny as part of the family. He is one of the most thoughtful people Ive ever met and he has an unmistakably huge heart and is an easy person to talk to. He is one of the first people offering to help out with anything you need and has been there for some of my proudest moments. We are lucky to have him as part of our day.
Zeke (Kelly) DaSilva
Groomsman
I dont even know where to begin. Kelly has been family for almost as long as I can remember. This guy is one of the most hard working and dedicated men Ive ever met and I was lucky to be a part of his wedding nearly 20 years ago. He has been a role model and close friend for a long time and Im happy to have him here. There isnt enough space to go through all the memories.. from wrestling in the swimming pool, to him nearly blinding Rob with a tennis ball to nearly splitting an entire cheesecake one holiday. He is also one of the first people there when you need help, whether it is sawing a couch apart and rebuilding it inside an apartment or just lending a hand and problem solving, he is there. I have been extremely lucky to have him be a part of my life and now, my wedding.
Ben Sarge
Groomsman
I grew up next door to Benny. Some of my earliest memories are climbing over the back fence to get into Bennys yard or playing and trading video games as we grew up. We were always getting into something, playing video games or sports on the street. Countless broken windows, injuries and crazy neighbors later Benny is still family. Benny was notorious for falling over his own feet but I would be the one getting hurt. Even now we can laugh about being kids, summers spent playing sports and how crazy the block was as we grew up. I am lucky to have Benny be a part of my wedding day and for everything that may come in the future.
Joe Culp
Groomsman
Oh the stories I could begin with... how can I pick just one? Little Joey (not so little anymore) is one of my "little cousins" who grew 20 years overnight. I dont know where the time went but some things havent changed, this guy still has the same laugh and smile that made him stand out so much as a kid, even after all the torment from Jenn and Cathy. One of the stories I will never forget was from a family vacation. He spent the entire day in the sand and the lake. The bathing suit he was wearing irritated him so much he was having trouble walking. I had to take him to the bathroom and he kept yelling about his rash and the looks I was getting from the people in line were unforgettable. Now, 15 years later he will make my wedding unforgettable, hopefully this time without the rash.
Sean Mahoney
Groomsman
Sean may be one of the craziest of the group. He can be the center of attention and the life of the party but thats not the reason he is here. Sean is also one of the first people to lend a hand if you need it and will go out of his way to help you if he thinks he can. Sean has been dating my sister for a number of years and has made himself part of the family. You can always find Sean hanging around, helping out or breaking his ribs during a KanJam game! Not only am I excited and honored to have him as part of my wedding party but I am sure he will need no introduction by the end of the night. Sean is definitely not one of the groomsmen to be underestimated and I am sure that he will make this day extra special.
Jeff Harrington
Groomsman
Jeff is another one of my friends from high school. He is easily one of the most caring individuals I know. He may be one of the more quiet groomsmen at the party but that is no reason to overlook him. Even after a brief stint in Texas, Jeff returned to the area and never lost touch. He is one of the first people to call and check in and to try and make sure he keeps in touch. I have been lucky to have Jeff keeping tabs on me and we have had some interesting stories as well, from getting stranded on the side of the road up the mountains and trying to jog to the nearest gas station to trying to find a good take out place during the same trip, Jeff has always been a close friend and I am honored to have him share a part in our day
Blaise DaSilva
Groomsman
I honestly dont know where the time went with this kid. I remember him as a baby and now it seems like every day he is growing more and more. When I was around Blaise's age I was in his parents wedding and now he is a part of mine. I dont know if a Bio is even needed for him as he is unmistakable. His smile is contagious and he has been working crowds since he was in diapers. Every single day I am more impressed with the man Blaise is becoming and I am thrilled to watch as he continues to grow. I remember him getting piggy back rides from my Gran as a baby and just how excited he was to go swimming in my bathtub when he visited me in Harrisburg. From the impossible to miss hair to the infectious laugh, Blaise will definitely be a memorable part of our wedding day
Luke DaSilva
Groomsman
Here we have Luke, next to Leo he is the youngest of the bunch, but dont let his age fool you. Luke consistently finds ways to impress me. When Luke was younger he did not carry around a blanket, or a stuffed animal, he carried around chairs so he could climb up and get things he wanted. He is absolutely one of a kind. I can remember clear as day having the carry Luke through the Bon Ton because he didnt have shoes and his mom pointing out that it was natural birth control, haha. The truth is I would be lucky to have a kid like Luke someday. From playing PS4 to KanJam, Luke is a ball of energy and seems like he is always on the move and Im lucky to be involved with it. We are thrilled to have Luke as a part of wedding day
Leo
Ring Bearer
Leo is our little inspiration. The name alone, the lion, speaks volumes to this kid. Without going into specifics he is already one of the bravest people I know. He is small but his smile can light up a room. He is always happy and we are glad to have him as our ring bearer!