Maid of Honor
Pam is my older sister, she has stood beside me through every part of my life. She has held my hand through the hard times, and she has made me laugh when it seems nobody else could. She has 3 beautiful children (Konner, Kyler and Vaida) who I adore so completely as if they were my own. Pam is a very kind hearted person who is always looking for ways to bring joy to the lives of other people as well as bring laughter wherever she goes. I always tell people she is my closest friend, and I definitely hold her close to my heart. I am so happy I will have her beside me on the most important day of my life, as we have always said to each other, "The best part about having a sister is that I will always have a friend."
Bridesmaid
Melissa has been one of my best friends since we were very young. She is married to Isaac Hartley who has also been a best friend of mine since we were children. The best part of my friendship with Melissa has to be all of the time we spent together in Track when we were younger, I do not think I could have stood those long bus rides without her beside me to remind me of all the times I referred to her as my "tall friend" when we were in Elementary school or how we always teased her for eating all the snacks at sleep overs.. she always keeps me entertained. Melissa came to visit us in Florida for Christmas right after we were engaged and I am so happy that she was able to be with me as I picked out my wedding dress. Matthew and I are blessed to have her take part in our special day.
Bridesmaid
Alex is the most kind, bubbly friend that you could have and I am so happy to have her in my life. We have been best friends since Middle School when we joined cheerleading together, Alex stood by my side every year as we yelled our cheers on Friday night and have stayed close ever since. She can bring a smile to anyone's face and is very successful in all that she does. When Alex is around you can count on having a great time because she will see to it that you and others around you are happy, it is just the type of person she is.
Bridesmaid
Often referred to by Matthew as "An-Jelly," Angelica and I met at work. While Matthew and I have our own special name for her she is best known as "Pid" when working because you will always see her piddling about the office. I enjoy every time she is around because there is never a dull moment. From the second you meet her she welcomes you to her life and will stand beside you and talk with you about whatever comes your way. Angelica is always the first to call if I need anything and she can make any day a brighter one. I am truly blessed to call her one of my best friends.
Best Man
Mitchell is Matthew's older brother, he is a very easy going person who likes to get a laugh out of everyone around him. When Matthew and I told Mitch we were getting married, he responded in his own way with "That's Stupid," like your typical older brother. Mitchell has always been kind to me since I first met him at Matthew's mother's birthday party and I am so happy I have gotten to get to know my future brother in law so well. Matthew and I are blessed to have him be such an important part of our wedding.
Groomsman
Tommy.. the reason this day is even possible. Tommy and Matthew met in High School and have remained best friends ever since. They operate a business together and have gone on many fun trips including a cruise in 2016 which I was lucky enough to go on with them (what a fun trip!). Tommy is a very outgoing person who loves to bring the party wherever he goes! He is always looking to make sure everyone is having a good time and is the first person you call whenever you need a friend. We are both so happy to have him in our lives.
Groomsman
David is my younger brother. He and I have always been very close, as the two younger siblings we grew up playing games together and with the other kids in our town. While David is my younger brother he has always been very protective of my sister and I.. A memory of my brother I will never forget is when he was about 7 or 8 years old and a couple of boys from our neighborhood were picking on me, he came running out and chased them off and even through I gave him grief at the time for embarrassing me.. I will never forget that whenever I need him he has always been there for me, and I will always be there for him. He is such a funny guy whose heart is as big as he is, and I am so happy that Matthew chose him to stand with us on this blessed day.
Honorary Groomsman
Matthew and Waren became best friends in High School and have always stayed really close. Even when Matthew attended college in Texas they managed to spend a lot of time together as Waren was stationed there while he began his career in the Navy. Something the two will never forget is when they went to Round Rock Donuts and had "the world's largest donut." Waren is a very energetic and funny person, I remember when I first met him he thought my name was "Sam," and he found this so funny he called me Sam for the entire week. Even his brother-in-law thought that was my name because he would call me Sam in front of other people who I had not even met! Unfortunately he could not be here with us today due to his service to our country, so he is celebrating with us in spirit.
Honorary Groomsman
Harley and Matthew met in 9th grade and have been best friends ever since. Harley is in the military but he manages to keep in touch with Matthew all the way from Hawaii, he will call and catch up now and then and each time he comes home they pick up right where they left off. Harley is another outgoing personality who seems to always injure himself (or others!) but that is a story you can ask Matthew to share! Unfortunately he could not be here with us today due to his service to our country, so he is celebrating with us in spirit.