Matron of Honor
Allonda and I met back in 1994 when I was born. I have always looked up to her in every way, from her sense of humor to her killer style. I stood beside her as a jr. bridesmaid in 2007, and I could not have imagined anyone else standing by my side as I marry Justin. Something you should know about Allonda: She's an amazing singer, and if she wasn't a speech pathologist, her dream job would be wearing a trendy all-black outfit and singing harmonies behind a famous star.
Best Man
A great indicator of how close you are with someone is your performance as a team in the game Taboo. Sean and I are undefeated. Sean is quite simply the greatest brother I have ever had. I hope that somewhere along the way he learned from me and was encouraged by me, because despite him being the younger brother, he has taught me and made me a better brother and man. Something you should know about Sean: He is a sommelier.
Maid of Honor
Rachel and I met at freshman orientation, and boy am I thankful that our paths crossed. This girl is my perfect example of kindness and gracefulness. We were best friends in college and roomies in New York, and through it all I have always been amazed by her creativity and passions for the things she does! Something you should know about Rachel: She is an ordained minister.
Best Man
Connor and I met in Kindergarten and became fast friends when we found out we have the same birthday. Connor is kind, intentional, and open minded. The significance of having a best friend of 20+ years standing next to me on my wedding day will never be lost on me. Something you should know about Connor: He is currently serving in the Peace Corps as a teacher in Mozambique.
Maid of Honor
I have known Carly since our freshman year at TCU. During that year we called ourselves "The Twins" and met for mint chocolate Oreo ice cream every Sunday in the campus cafe. Carly and I were roommates for 3 years in college and even for a bit when we both lived in NYC. Carly inspires me to love others well and live life to the absolute fullest! Something you should know about Carly: Her biggest dream is to come face to face with an elephant.
Groomsman
Luke and I share a special dynamic when we are together. Really there is nothing like it, we just feed off of each other so well. He is my favorite person to invent with, and we are always making each other laugh. Luke is a brilliant mind with a passionate heart, a unique combination, and because of this God is using him in incredible ways to shine on the world. Something you should know about Luke: Luke has visited 26 National Parks, truly living up to his last name.
Bridesmaid
Kendra and I have been friends since freshman year, but we got really close when we lived together our junior year. Kendra handles life with so much grace and I admire her spirit of resiliency! I can always count this girl for long life chats and singing in the car. I stood next to Kendra at her wedding, and I cannot wait to have her standing by my side! Something you should know about Kendra: Her dream is to one day open her own drive in movie theater!
Groomsman
Daniel, aka De-Fo, is a role model and best friend to me. I admire the way he finds balance in his life. Daniel's selfless attitude he has shown in his 10 year(!!!) relationship with his now wife is something I aspire towards. Daniel is incredibly goofy and very talented when it comes to technology and film. I love his expertise and passion. Something you should know about Daniel: He had an entry in David Lynch's film festival.
Bridesmaid
Kat and I met our freshman year, but our friendship definitely blossomed our junior year when we lived together! Kat is one of the most sincere, honest, and outgoing people that I have ever met! Her intentionality towards her friends is one of her greatest strengths. Something you should know about Kat: In third grade, she had a pet cow, and she wrote a letter to her mayor asking for her cow to be pardoned which resulted in Kat having a front page newspaper story and free Chick-fil-a for a year!
Groomsman
Mason and I continually became closer throughout college. We've talked intensely about sports, music, movies, and now the realness of our own lives. Mason is a rational and measured guy that reels me in sometimes, and I appreciate that. He is the king of inside jokes and very good at connecting with everyone he meets. Something you should know about Mason: He knows more about super hero movies than anyone I've ever met.
Bridesmaid
I don't exactly remember when I met Maddie because we have know each other since elementary school. We were best friends through middle and high school and we have countless memories from pool days to church camps to trips out of the country. I admire the way that Maddie always listens to and cares for others, but more importantly, I admire her unwavering trust in Jesus. I stood beside her on her big day in 2015, so I am so happy to have her standing next to me! Something you should know about Maddie: Cher is her third cousin twice removed!
Groomsman
Kyle and I met at TCU and I was instantly fond of his quiet humor. Kyle thinks about things in an interesting way and I always appreciate how his perspective is different from the rest. Kyle was also one of the best roommates I ever had, and we will always share a bond that was forged in the subpar living conditions endured in college. Something you should know about Kyle: He ate 47 slices of Cici's pizza in one visit.
Bridesmaid
Abby was one of the first fellow musical theatre gals I met at TCU! We sized each other up in the honors dorm after realizing we were both on our way to auditions (lol)! Don't worry, we got dinner afterwards and became close friends! My college years would not have been the same without Abby! From performing together to adventures in Fort Worth, this girl makes everything fun! Something you should know about about Abby: She once fell into a shark tank.
Groomsman
Trevor and I met back in High School and played a lot of pick up basketball together. The formative year of our friendship was at the height of the Kobe and Pau Lakers, but we have become even closer now that we must mutually share in the Lakers suffering. I am fully convinced that Trevor will someday coach the Los Angeles Lakers; however, if Pelinka can't recognize Trevor's potential then he will probably just coach an AAU team to a 539-6 all-time record. Something you should know about Trevor: He is fluent in Spanish after living in Mexico for two years.
Bridesmaid
Ashley and I met a couple of months into Justin and I's relationship. I am super excited to have her as a bridesmaid in our wedding and even more excited to have her as a sister! She's filled me in on all the things I need to know about what life was like growing up with JB, and I can tell she loves him so much! I am looking forward to all the memories we are gonna make as I become a Brewer! Something you should know about Ashley: She has run 5 half marathons and all 5 were in different states -- PA, VA, CA, NV, and AZ.
Groomsman
Ryan and I met shortly after Faith and I started dating. He quickly taught me a lot about Memphis Rap, like Young Dolph, which had me worried he was too cool for me, but then we also bonded over Game of Thrones, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings. That's when I knew that this was definitely gonna work out (My relationship with Faith and my relationship with Ryan that is). He is my newest brother and quickly rising up the ranks of favorite brother, watch out Sean. Something you should know about Ryan: He can whistle and hum at the same time.