Jessica & Natalie
Wedding Party
Haley Johnson
Maid of Honor
Haley is Jessica’s maid of honor. Haley is the youngest girl cousin on Jessica’s maternal side. They have had a special closeness since Haley and Jessica were younger making them feel more like sisters rather than cousins. Jessica would invite Haley over to give her a trendy hairstyle for the upcoming event. She is now a Hair Stylist and Make-Up artist in Atlanta, GA.
Kristen Lowry
Maid of Honor
Kristen is Natalie's Maid of Honor. Kristen and Nat attended high school together, played years of softball together, and even now, continue to act like children when together. Kristen lives in Louisiana and teaches middle school boys, which explains her sense of humor.
Payton Daniel
Junior Bridesmaid
Payton is Jessica's oldest daughter. Although only an early teen, Payton is mature beyond her years, is the best big sister ever, and is possibly the most excited guest in the wedding! She loves attending youth group at church, playing basketball, and spending time with family and friends.
Christina Welch
Bridesmaid
Christina is a bridesmaid on Jessica's side. She is a life long friend of Jessica's from Sandersville-Jessica's hometown. They met in Kindergarten and have remained close throughout the years. Throughout their friendship, they have developed many memories raising their children together. Christina is the genuine example of a true friend- never missing the important events.
Angela Milani
Bridesmaid
Angela is a bridesmaid on Jessica’s side. Angela & Jessica met in 2018 where their two girls attended an in home daycare together. From the moment they met, they developed a special friendship. She is more than just a friend, she is part of the family.
Whitney Pape
Bridesmaid
Whitney is a close friend with both Jess and Nat. Whit and Nat played college ball together, lived together in college, and enjoyed many nights out with one another. Similar to Jess and Nat, she teaches special education, which is near and dear to each of our hearts. Whitney is the type of friend everybody wants. She loves hard and always lights up the room!
Sarah Earnest
Bridesmaid
Sarah is a bridesmaid on Natalie's side. Sarah and Natalie met as teammates on their travel softball team. When they both began to drive, they were often times driving an hour to see one another for a sleepover when there wasn't a softball tournament in the books. Best friends- no matter the distance, no matter the circumstance, no matter the odds against them! They pick back up where they left like no time has passed.
Alexis Ragsdale
Bridesmaid
Alexis is a bridesmaid on Natalie's side. Alexis, known as Lex, is Natalie's step-sister. She and Nat have become not just family. They have incorporated their families in each other's lives as if they grew up together. Their families hang out together often as they live only a couple miles apart. It's so special to gain a sister, but more special that she is a friend too.
Brooklyn Daniel
Flower Girl
Brooklyn is the sassy, outgoing, confident, youngest child of Jessica's. Brooklyn never meets a stranger, loves to read, dance, and do gymnastics. If it were up to her, she wouldn't leave the house without make up on, earrings in, bracelets and necklace on, and her purse across her body. She's a hoot and completes our family perfectly!
Kendall Daniel
Best Man
Kendall is Jessica's only boy- handsome, athletic, and energized! He loves to play baseball, draw, and swim. If you know Kendall, you know how observant he is to every detail around him. He loves big, writes the cutest notes to his family, and is always looking to help someone around him.
Robert Sumowski
Officiant
Dr. Sumowski was Jessica and Natalie's college professor in the special education cohort at Georgia College and State University. He was not only their professor, but their influential role model. They kept in touch by visiting his farm over the summertime and attending one of Sumowski's concerts where he played the drums at a local Atlanta bar.
Max Knight
Ring Bearer
Max is a student of Nat's who stole her heart 3 years ago when she taught him in kindergarten. This little boy has helped shape Natalie into the teacher she is today. Max is the boy who lights up any room he walks into with his contagious smile and silly sense of humor. He is the kid everyone wants to play with because he definitely knows how to have fun, giggle, and tell jokes!