Chelsea & Boyd
Wedding Party
Leah Evans
Matron of Honor
My oldest and best friend - Leah has been my best friend since Elementary school andI feel so blessed to have her in my life. To know Leah is to know love, pure joy, and contagious happiness. She brings out the best in people and lights up every room she walks into. She is the most creative gal, hosting every theme party imaginable (from Harry Potter to her own murder mystery night) and never encountering a project she couldn't DIY. I couldn't imagine this day without her by my side!!
Chandler Farmer
Bridesmaid
The Chandler to my Janice - we met at UVA when we had LITERALLY every class together and I told her she had to be my friend. Thankful that life has continued to lead us along similar paths, both becoming PTs and both living in Tennessee only a couple hours apart. Chan is one of the most thoughtful and genuine people I know, she'll make you feel at home no matter where you are !!
Rachel Peterson
Bridesmaid
My Rachie P - roomie turned bestie!! I'm so thankful our blind lunch date brought us together before PT school and connected me with my twin! You can always count on Rach to say yes to a crazy idea and know every single word to every BigBootie remix there is (no dance floor is safe with her around). Every group needs a Pete - she is incredible at being there for people and the biggest hype girl around !!
Carly Laubach
Bridesmaid
MY CARDI - sometimes you just know you've found your person the second you meet them. I met Carls in PT school and within a week I was telling her she would be one of my bridesmaids. No deck of cards, board game, sporting event, or competitive activity is safe with her in the room. I can always count on Carls to match my energy and bring a good time!!
Abby Goldburt
Bridesmaid
Sweet Abby - one of the most genuinely kind humans that I've ever met. She has the brightest smile and most positive spirit that has a way of finding the good in everyone. Abby is the best at celebrating people and the most thoughtful, heartfelt friend. Abby and Doug (teaser for groomsman listed below..) are one of our favorite couples to explore, drink craft beer, and simply hang with !!
Frannie Laughner
Bridesmaid
Frannie - Boyd's oldest sister!! Fran has a way of connecting with anyone with such ease. She loves adventure, travel, getting lost in a good book, trying out a new recipe, and enjoying a good craft beer! She is witty and quick, finding a way to bring a whole room together with laughter from a solid one-liner. The leader of our sibling clan, Frannie is genuine and clever. Frannie has a gift for thoughtfulness that endears her to anyone she meets. If you get the chance, ask Frannie about how she combined her interests of cooking and reading into making a cookbook!
Tory Person
Bridesmaid
Tory - Boyd's middle sister! She is endlessly supportive as a friend, sister, mother, wife, and daughter. You can find Tory making slime in the kitchen with her girls (and our flower girls, Nora and Callen!), running morning miles around her neighborhood, or exploring around Charlotte! One of the most loving and supportive people I know and the sister who blazed the trail to North Carolina. Tory loves time with her family, a good coffee (or wine), and trips to the library with her girls. My favorite reason to visit Charlotte
Meghan Laughner
Bridesmaid
Meghan - Boyd's youngest sister! Meghan has a such a special gift and way about her that makes everyone feel included, loved, and welcomed. She is a safe space and great listener that knows no strangers. She is spontaneous, inspired by culture, and a thrifting queen!! Meg loves an adventure and learning about other people and their cultures. A good chat with a warm tea and you will find yourself talking about your entire life with Meg. She may jet around the globe, but she never seems far away with her willingness to be there for the ones she loves.
Bhavin Patel
Best Man
Who would've thought that we would go from helpless freshman at Penn State, getting lost leaving biology class, to best friends being in each other's weddings this year. Bhavin is the kind of person who will always make you feel included, from saving you a spot in line at the Gaff to introducing you to his Pittsburgh friends.
Ryan Nunamaker
Best Man
My best friend since childhood. From hometown bike rides to my first drink at Penn State, Ryan has always been there. Ryan is the kind of guy that always has your back, from getting a party moving to lending a listening ear when you didn't even know you needed it. Our next step, break ground on the communal cul-de-sac.
Diondre Person
Groomsman
Diondre is one of the most thoughtful people I know. It can be months without seeing each other in our separate states and he will ask about something even I forgot we had talked about. Always up for a fun activity or trying something new, Diondre is an excellent friend, husband, and father. And we love him despite his sports opinions.
Arlyn Buondonno
Groomsman
A fellow Penn Stater in Knoxville, Arlyn is the kind of person you feel comfortable with quickly. Arlyn loves sharing the best moments of his life with those closest to him. Arlyn is always up for an adventure from the hiking trails and soccer fields of east Tennessee to following our Nittany Lions around the country.
Doug Dernar
Groomsman
Doug is an easy going and welcome addition to any group. Humble and self-deprecating, Doug is the kind of friend we all strive to be ourselves. Fair warning, if you find yourself next to Doug with an unopened beer can, odds are he will convince you to shotgun them, but if you're lucky he might let you win.
Grant Goodson
Groomsman
Grant is simultaneously one of the most rambunctious and most responsible people I know. Always ready to crack a joke, his wit and laughter lights up a room and everyone in it. If you run into Grant on the dance floor, make sure to ask him how I kickstarted his charge for PT school class president.
Jake Umberger
Groomsman
Jake - brother of the bride! An active and family-oriented guy who works hard but also loves to have fun. Jake loves an adventure, a good bourbon, and sports--even if he and Chelsea disagree on their teams! Jake is dedicated, inquisitive, spontaneous, silly, and slightly stubborn. Jake puts 100% into everything that he does and always puts family first. Even though we live states apart, whenever we get time together it fills my cup and warms my heart. Endlessly thankful to have him as a brother and teammate for life.