Jennifer & Christopher
Wedding Party
Jacob
Best Man
Jacob is the nicest person on the planet and happens to be my best friend. We have known each other for 20+ years with and it all started with us playing U10 soccer together. We became really close when we were roommates for 3 years in Gainesville and I saw how much I valued him as a friend. He always has a positive attitude and is always a joy to be around. He makes me a better person by his demeanor and kindness.
Devin
Bridesmaid
How do I even put in to words what my sister means to me. She may be my younger sister, but I look up to and admire her so much. She is creative, talented, spontaneous, adventurous and everything that I am not, but would love to be. She is one of the best people I know and I am so honored that she has agreed to stand by my side on the big day. Love you, sis!
Matt
Groomsman
Matt and I have being friends for 10 years now. We were roommates for 3 years back in 2011 when I moved back to Gainesville. Matt is man of strong values. He has always had a good head on his shoulders and is always the voice of reason. We always joke about how we balance each other out; I bring him up a notch and he brings me down a notch. I know I can always rely on him if I ever need anything.
Valerie
Bridesmaid
Valerie is my oldest and best friend. We met in 4th grade and have been through a lot of life during our 25 year friendship. Our friendship has endured moves, college, marriage (I was a bridesmaid in her wedding), babies (hers, obviously) and just life in general. We sometimes go for long periods of time without talking (you know, life), but when we get together it's like no time has passed at all! Valerie has the best energy and is always up for anything! I love that about her and I know you all will too!
Mike
Groomsman
I first met Mike when I was on my way back to class from lunch in 10th grade. I bumped into him and my hand accidentally touched his butt. From there, we became best friends. Mike is the one to blame for letting me out of my shell and being as goofy as I am now. There is never a dull moment when we hang out. He is one of the funniest, most creative, and smartest guys I know. He has made me more open minded to life in general.
Andrea
Bridesmaid
They say cousins are the first friends we have as children, and I remember desperately wanting this to be true when Andrea and I were kids. I have a vivid memory of our Grandma Wallace marching up the stairs to the bedroom Andrea was in with our other cousins, Kacie and Leanne and forcing them to let me be part of whatever they were doing that day. I don't recall what they were doing or why I wanted to be part of it. I remember that they weren't happy about it, but I was so excited to be hanging out with the girls. We're only a few years apart in age, but it was just enough that I was too young to be part of their group. I'm so glad things have changed and Andrea and I are so close now. Andrea is someone I can always count on to always be there, without judgement.
Mo
Groomsman
Mo and I have known each other since my freshman year of high school. He took me under his wing in band and made me feel welcome. He was new to soccer and I was there to help him, but he is athletically gifted and a natural. We have made a lot of memories together between band trips, soccer games, and playing Halo online. Mo is a very motivated person who gives his all in everything he does. Even though we are living in different cities, we always stay in touch by talking sports or sharing funny videos and memes.
Lyndle
Bridesmaid
Lyndle was one of my first Florida friends! She was captain of the kickball team I was added to and we hit it off right away. There's never a dull moment when Lyndle is around and she has the best sense of humor! Lyndle is one of the nicest, most generous people I know and I am so incredibly lucky to have her and her little family in my life.
Marie
Groomswoman
Marie is like a second sister to me and we share the same birthday. We call each other all the time when we have something on our mind and need advice. Marie has a huge heart and is passionate about animals and everything she does. We share a lot of memories together from our time living in Crestview and Gainesville. When we hang out we love playing board games, video games and talking about comic books. She has been an essential part of my life through these past 15+ years. Team 29 forever!
Christin
Bridesmaid
Christin is my soon-to-be sister-in-law, but she is so much more than that. She has made me feel like part of the family from day one, and she will probably really never know how much that means to me. I love the relationship she and Chris have and I hope that one day Christin and I can be as close as she and Chris are.
Ian
Groomsman
Ian is my brother in-law, but I see him more than just a brother through marriage. I see him as a great friend. He was actually one of the first people that my sister and I met when we moved to Crestview, FL. Any time we hang out he makes me feel at home while having a great time full of laughs and memories. Ian is the hardest worker I have ever met and the way he provides for my sister and their family means everything to me. I'm honored to call Ian my friend and brother.