Sydney & J
Our Best People!
Sheya Rivard
Best Person of the Bride
Sheya is the little sister I never had, the best road trip buddy to sing show tunes with, the best burrito and snack eating buddy who will wipe your face for you when you can't do it yourself, and so much more. We met our freshman year of college when she awkwardly asked me out on a friend date to a hockey game. We were front row together for the Betterside, we were roommates for many years in many homes, and we have stood by each other on our best and hardest days. She is my best friend, my family, and has given me more laughter in life than I could ever ask for.
Micah Coburn
Best Person of the Groom
I've know Micah just about my entire life. The story goes that Micah, excited for preschool, told their mom that they were going to meet their best friend J on their first day. She laughed away the thought and told Micah not to get their hopes up too much. You can guess how that story ends! Micah has been by my side ever since, through all of my trip-ups and triumphs the past 25+ years. We have shared more laughs than I can count and they've become more family than friend. I wouldn't be the person I am today without them, especially since it was through Micah that Sydney and I met. We both love Micah so much, and are excited to have them stand with us on our big day!
Jeana Ochs
Bridal Party
Jeana is not only one of my oldest friends, but one of my dearest. We met in our high school chemistry class and have bonded ever since. I always admired how cool and talented she was an an artist and could not have imagined becoming the person I am today with out her support, love, and friendship. From the days of photographing decomposing animals with me to now being the best "we are only staying for one more..." 3am drinking buddy and best bad influence. Our love has only grown fonder.
Ryan Ochs
Groom's Party
Ryan may be one of my newer friends, but I feel like we are already best buds. Whether we are having eight beers, chatting about video games over a dart, or having a shot of whiskey I know it'll be a good time with Ryan. There have been many nights hanging out with him and his wife Jeana that have ended way too late! I feel very lucky to have met Ryan, and very happy to have him stand with up there with me on such an important day!
Kelly Jo Sims
Bridal Party
My wonderful KJ is a person who I have loved and loved to spend time with for many many moons. We met in college, on a night I am sure neither of us remember but probably had a great time. She is a gentle yet prickly type of love but is a person that when you are together and you are 9 white claws deep you know you are lucky to be loved by her. She is the worst plumber who will "help" unclog your sink at 2am and my forever Buffy BFF.
Bryant Santos
Groom's Party
Bryant is my older brother, and to this day one of my closest friends. It wasn't always easy, we fought as brothers do through a good part of our childhood. Strangely enough, once I got older and a little bit bigger than Bryant, he stopped picking on me as much! We have always bonded over our shared interest in reading, video games, and all things nerdy. Even through we still tease each other and get a little competitive sometimes, I couldn't have asked for a better big brother! I've learned so much from Bryant, and I'm lucky to have had him in my life.
Brittany "B-Ritt" Garrahan
Bridal Party
My sweet little bird B-ritt stole my heart from the first night we ever hung out, which ended with one of us throwing up into my mesh wired trash bin. The beginning of a beautiful and debaucherous friendship, there has never been a dull moment with you. You keep me laughing with your carefree and wild spirit and have taught me that embracing your own weirdness is one of the best acts of loving yourself. You are one of my most favorite little creatures in the entire world and I am so lucky to have you in my life all of these years!
Gabe Gores
Groom's Party
Gabe and I have spent many nights bonding while having a few beers and playing video games. He was there to witness the beginning of mine and Sydney's relationship, almost ruining the chance at our first kiss! We managed to get through a slightly awkward situation, and the rest is history. Gabe has always been ready to lend an ear if I needed to talk something out. He has one of the most contagious, booming laughs I've ever heard, and it can truly fill a room with smiles. I'm so incredibly lucky that we became such good friends, and I'm grateful for the many ways he helped me grow when I was younger.
Trent Drinkwalter
Bridal Party
Trent is the definition of a big brother. He has picked on me when needed and when not needed, he protected me when needed and not needed and all of his actions have always been done with love. He got me my first job, we were lab partners in college biology, he threw me my first college birthday complete with a keg purchased with our parents credit card, and he let me invade his world of rugby like a little sister would. I am lucky to have a big brother like him always pushing me to be better and do more in life. Love you Broseph.
Susie Polasky
Groom's Party
Susie has been a wonderful friend to both me and Sydney! Even though she knew Sydney first, we quickly became good friends when Susie moved to Portland and stayed with us for her first month in the city. Susie is always down to sit in the sun, chat about life, and have a drink. She's the type of person who will make a friend anywhere she goes! She's so kind and energetic that you can't help but smile when she's around, and we are both so lucky to call her our friend!
Brenda Taulbee
Officiant
Last and most certainly the cutest, our sweet sweet Brenda. B has played many roles in our lives. A longtime friend and general shinnanigans buddy, a roommate to us both (in a loft... all three of us.) We have laughed together, cried while singing along to the musical Buffy episode, and shared many late evenings chatting the night away. We are privileged and honored to have her be the one to marry us and help us not ugly cry all over the place when expressing our love and lifelong promises to one another.
Jacob "Jiggy" Trujillo
Groom's Party
Jiggy and I first met in High School while on the track team, telling each other jokes in the back of the bus to and from meets. I don't think that either of us realized at the time how good of friends we would become. Jiggy was always down for any type of shenanigans, whether it be sneaking into places we shouldn't be(a certain football stadium after dark), trying to stay awake for 48 hours(I didn't make it, Jiggy did), or just playing Mine-craft and having a good laugh. He's been an amazing friend and wonderful person to have in my life!