Emily & Shannon
Wedding Party
Katie Kilduff
Bridesmaid
My dear dear Katie. We met back in college when we were both attending WMU and I have never met someone who could talk as fast as I can! We met on a boat and instantly started talking and before we knew it, it was dead silent and everyone was starring at us. Little did we know, it sounded like we were speaking a secret language that only we understood. From then on, no matter where Katie moved across the U.S., she could never escape this perfectly wonderful, crazy, loving, alcohol fueled friendship. (Emily's side)
Bree Hazard
Bridesmaid
What perfectly imperfect moments we shared through the years. Weather it was being stopped by the police after drinking two Mikes Hard Lemonades in high school or drinking so many Long Island Ice Tea's through college that Bree almost lost her job due to her tardiness....Bree was the first friend I had where I felt I could completely be myself and helped me finally understand/accept who I truly was. (Emily's side)
Ashley Buyce
Bridesmaid
Buyce was always the girl with the massive bangs all through high school who dreamed of one day being in a band while also being a professional athlete on the side. Unfortunately that totally obtainable dream didn't pan out. Now Buyce and I share a love for teaching which we obviously perfected over crazy loud music and cocktails while grading students work. Buyce will always be the girl that keeps me laughing and remembering you are never too old to have new dreams.(Emily's side)
Kayleigh DuMond
Bridesmaid
Kayleigh has always been my go-to person for advice. Even those three years her and her husband Mike lived in St. Louis, we always made time to talk. I could always count on my phone ringing at exactly 7:10 P.M. when she was getting out of work. No matter what was going on we made time to check in with each other about the small things like how our days were going or the big things that needed extra attention/advice. Those phone calls let me know Kayleigh was there for me. Kayleigh's advice has helped mold who I am today, and continues to guide me towards a happy, love-filled life. Kayleigh has proven to me that no matter the distance, I can always count on her to help me find my way. (Shannon's side)
Erika Slyker
Bridesmaid
My moment of coming out to Erika is a bit of a blur. All I really remember is asking her to go for a walk and 30 round about minutes later, I told her I will be marrying a woman one day. Apparently getting to the point is not my strong suit. I have many great memories with Erika and most of them always end or start with laughter. I can always count of her to be there to for me, whether I need a shoulder to cry on or simply a good laugh. Even after she married and had three beautiful children, through all the chaos, I can still count on her to listen to my long winded stories or laugh at my cheesy jokes. Erika has proven to me that best friends are made from sisters. (Shannon's side)
Maida Sabanovic
Officiant
Maida and I grew close over the years of working together at TJ MAXX (living through the hell of working in retail), living in our "high class" apartments (that were so close to the bar, we could hear the music bumping) and bonding over many nights of partying (most of which I am sure we don't remember). I have never met a person who is kinder, more self-less and thoughtful than this amazing lady. Maida has always been by beautiful Bosnian and we are so thankful and blessed that she accepted the challenging job of officiating what will be the happiest day of our lives.
Branden Bosch
Usher
Branden and I grew up in the chaotic Bosch household where we didn't always get along like a loving brother and sister should. Branden and I are five years apart so never attended schools at the same times or had friends in common, but the one extremely fond memory I know we both agree on is hating my moms pork chops (sorry mom). We were sitting at the island in the kitchen, try to choke down these BONE DRY pork chops between our giggles and attempts to chug water in order to soften it. Every few minutes Branden or I would excuse ourselves to use the restroom where we would spit out the pork chop into the garbage. Mom never found out and although it was never a meal we looked forward to, it was a time I am so glad I got to share with such an amazingly funny, supportive and loving brother.