Sara & Christopher
Wedding Party
Jesse Pierce Murphy
Maid of Honor
Jesse is one of my closest confidants. A constant supply of laughter and smiles, she is someone I know I could call with anything. Jesse and her husband Kevin have four beautiful children with a fifth on the way. Ender, Fitzpatrick, Eliza and Matthew Jon and "little nug" are a constant in my life. Play dates at Tysons and double digit purchases of candy are a regular occurrence with us. Jesse was born and raised in Oakton, VA. She is a stay at home mom aka nurse, teacher, chauffeurs, event planner, accountant, toy engineer, cook...and the list goes on and on. She is amazing. I am lucky to call her my friend and one of my maids of honor. I know my life would not be the same without her (as well as her families) light in my life.
Ashley Lydard
Maid of Honor
Ashley has been one of my best friends for over a decade now. She has been there through the best and the worst. With lots of car rides, late night Taco Bell runs, family grief, laughter and good memories - she is a light in my life. Ashley was born and raised in Olney, MD and currently works in property management. Her boyfriend, Alex and puppy Remington fill her life with tons of joy. She is my crime show loving very own Nancy Drew. I have so many beach car rides that will forever be so incredibly special to me. I feel incredibly lucky to have her in my life and even more for all the belly laughs, midnight car rides, Taco Bell runs, movie nights and endless phone convos. What an adventure we have had and will continue to have!!!!!
Claire Starling
Bridesmaid
Claire. She is my fashion icon. She is my soda sweets loving partner in crime. Most importantly, she is one of my closest friends. A lover of food and her husband, Barrett, Claire has been there through it all. Taking a special place in her heart with my GPA, John Craig, she is truly holds a special place in my heart. Claire, a newlywed herself, works at GW on the medical school curriculum. She and B love Jayz & Beyonce and are my go to foodies. We have had beach trips and car rides that include laughing so hard your stomach and your cheeks hurt. A constant source of light and love and truth in my life - I wouldn't know what my life would like with out her.
Rachel Joswick
Bridesmaid
Rachel, her husband Danny, Macie and their family are like a second family to me. Lovingly referring to her mom and dad as Mama Cassidy and Papa Dale - life would not have as much laughter without her in my life. Rachel is a hands down one of the most creative and crafty people I have ever met. An optician at WINK eye care by day she has been there through ups and downs. Rachel's laugh and smile is infectious and brings an unending supply of joy to my life. Rachel even got me to do a Tough Mudder in 2010 which was an absolute blast and terrifying. With a heart of gold and a giggle that makes you smile, she is a constant source of compassion and love in my life.
Jordan Squiller
Bridesmaid
Jordan and I went to high school together and were both on the BCC cheerleading squad. Brought back into each others lives after high school, by fate, I love every minute I get to spend with my Jordy. Jordan, an absolutely amazing interior designer, recently moved to San Diego, with her husband, David. Soaking up the sun, amazing fashion, and great cuisine - I miss her dearly every day but she is living her best life in the sun. With her impeccable style game and infectious smile and laugh, she is a light in my life even from the west coast.
Eliza "LizaLu" Pierce Murphy
Flower Girl
Where do I begin with Eliza aka Lizalu aka Mah Gurl. She stole my heart when she was born to Jesse and Kevin (as well did her 3 brothers and one more on the way in November 2018). She is a ball of sass and attitude. She has a spitfire personality and knows what she does (and doesn't) want. She calls me "my Sara" and watching her light up when she sees me for Tysons play ground play dates and candy store purchases lights up my world. I spoil her rotten and cannot wait to have her in a her "princess dress" to help me share in this amazing day!
Eric Schwarz
Best Man
Eric is my younger brother and only sibling. Although we wish we could see each other more, we care deeply for one another. Eric is a former marine and is active duty army. He lives with his wife Kerry and their family of kids, dogs, and chickens in Hope Mills N.C. Eric knows how to make me laugh the most by just being himself. He is a jack of all trades and just a great guy. I am proud to have him as my brother and best man.
John Mein
Best Man
I have known John since high school when we sat next to each other in chemistry class. It was a few weeks later when he took me on my first whitewater kayaking adventure. After college, we picked up where we left off and have since been on countless adventures and shared some amazing memories. I consider him my best friend and he is one of the finest hoomans out there. He lives with his wife Dawn and young children (Eden and Luca) in Derwood MD.
Blake Pokress
Groomsman
Blake has been one of my best friends since the 6th grade and we had a blast growing up together. I have maintained a close relationship with Blake and his whole family (parents and siblings) for the past 25 years, I think of them as a second family. He currently lives in California with his wife Bethany, their son Wyatt and a soon to be added baby girl.
Tyler Sanders
Groomsman
Tyler currently lives in Baltimore and we met through mutual friends around 5 years ago. When Tyler lived near Tysons, we would oftentimes grab dinner or go on weekend trips together. Tyler has been a good friend over the past few years and I am pumped he is gonna be part of the wedding!
Matt Stoycos
Groomsman
Being my go-to kayaking buddy, we have become very close over the past 4 years as I have helped Matt develop his kayaking skills. Matt and I get together to kayak a few times each week and enjoy pushing each other on the river. Matt currently lives in Rockville Maryland but works in Tysons Corner which affords us the opportunity to get out on the river after work!
Matt Skladany
Groomsman
Matt lives in Alexandria, Virginia with his wife Lauren and their adorable son Jack. Matt and I first met in middle school where him and Blake first invited me to go to the beach with them. We have all been the best of friends and involved in each other’s' lives since. I can still count on Matt to come over and help me install a ceiling fan or any other little project.