Wedding Party
Kendyl Eskeli
Maid of Honor
If you know Dayna at all, you likely know at least something about Kendyl as well - whether it's her kind and giving heart, her love of cats and coffee in bed, or her incredible dedication to the bit. The two made a life-long commitment to each other 15 years ago and have never looked back. Kendyl has described their relationship as a bonded stray cat pair who cannot be adopted separately. Jacob has fully accepted and embraced this.
Kyle Nielson
Best Man
If you didn't know, Kyle is Jacob's brother. When Kyle was born it forever changed Jacob's life as he would from that point have to share the world with this weird person. During their childhood, everything was a competition (because Jacob made it so), whether it be playing imaginary powers at grandmas with cousins or video games at home. Over time, their relationship changed, the fights lessened, and the arguments turned to intelligent conversations. Now, Jacob realizes how much he looked up to his younger brother and how proud he is of the man Kyle has become. During the wedding and after, Kyle will always be Jacob's best man.
Courtney Mercadante
Bridesmaid
Dayna's day one - literally. Courtney has always been a source of support and comfort for Dayna, whether it be through scary thunderstorms and ghost noises or working toward a PhD. Dayna was there in her footie pajamas when Courtney split her head open at camp, and Courtney was there when Dayna hit her chin (hard) on the ice at Spectacle, the pond at their grandparent's house. Dayna couldn't be more excited to have her sister by her side during her wedding.
Aja Norman
Groomswoman
From hot cocoa while freezing in a tent to some absolutely ridiculous adventures and situations, Aja has been one of Jacob's oldest and closest friends ever since they met at Jewish Youth Club in New Jersey. Aja has been a constant friend and source of wisdom for Jacob through some really hard times. He couldn't imagine marrying the love of his life without Aja there.
Vilma
Royal Fuzzybutt
While she won't be at the wedding, Jacob and Dayna's life wouldn't be the same without Vilma. Her zooming, rabbit-chasing, snuggle-snorting ways have brought incredible joy and lots of fur to Jacob and Dayna. Thankfully, they have years ahead of them to celebrate together with their dog-ter.