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Update: In light of COVID-19, we wanted to check in and let you know your health and safety are our top priority. We’re still figuring things out and will keep you posted about any changes to our wedding. Thank you for your patience!
Update: In light of COVID-19, we wanted to check in and let you know your health and safety are our top priority. We’re still figuring things out and will keep you posted about any changes to our wedding. Thank you for your patience!
March 12, 2021
Thrall, Texas

Derek & Joni

    Us
    Wedding Party

Wedding Party

Here is a brief description of our wedding party, and our friendships with each of them! This way, on our big day you can put a face to a name, and understand why they mean so much to us.

Annika Brandenburg

Bridesmaid

Another familiar face to most, as the youngest of Derek's siblings Annika holds a special place in both Derek and I's hearts. She is so full of energy and has the most bubbly personality that can make anyones day! I am so lucky to be able to call her my sister-in-law soon, and cannot wait for the many more years of fun and laughs to be shared together. Derek and I are also excited of course for her to be a part of our big day, and wouldn't want it any other way.


Katy Brandenburg

Bridesmaid

As I am sure you all know, Katy will be becoming one of my sister-in-laws and it is only fitting that she stand next to Derek and I on our big day! Katy has such an amazing and kind personality, and from the first time we met have been friends ever since. We both share a love of our dogs, as well as now some betta fish as I have heavily influenced those these past few years! I can't imagine her not being up there on the big day with us, and can't wait to be a part of her family as well.

Katie Cahill

Bridesmaid

Katie and I met our freshman year living in Drummond at Oklahoma State, and almost four years later we are roommates again and best friends. Katie is the most rational person I know, and I can always count on her to be my voice of reason when I need it. Her kind demeanor and spirit really make every day better, and Jackson loves having her around to love on when I am not home too. Thankfully she also loves all my other animals that I have at the house, because we all know it can feel like a mini zoo at points! Life wouldn't be the same without her!


Emily Cope

Bridesmaid

Emily and I met in Drummond, which now looking back was a great time to make new friends! Her outgoing personality made many memories which I wouldn't trade for anything. If I ever needed a life of the party, Emily would never disappoint and will brighten up any room as soon as she walks in. We have shared so many laughs, as well as so many tears but no matter where our college life took us we would always find our way back to each other. I have no doubt you will find Emily tearing up the dance floor, and laughing infectiously as she does!

Chandler Craig

Bridesmaid

Chandler and I met in elementary school, and have been inseparable ever since! We have always remained close throughout the years, and will always be part of each others big milestones. From my first crush, to my forever love she has supported and guided me. With her outgoing personality, she has made me come out of my shell and showed me to always be myself even in the toughest times. There will never be a day that I won't need her in my life. God blessed me with her from basically the beginning and she will be there until the end.


Lindsey Liu

Bridesmaid

I met Lindsey while playing club volleyball in middle school. We stuck by each other during that time, and haven't came unglued since! Even though we never attended the same school, or lived in the same area we always found time to spend together. Even though that club season came to an end, as well as our volleyball careers, we have never lost touch. Our families are also very close, as my dad plays softball with hers almost every week. Lindsey definitely keeps me organized when I can't, and helps me get my life together when I need to!

Victoria Mitchell

Bridesmaid

I met Victoria (Torie) my freshman year of college while going through sorority recruitment. During recruitment, Torie was always late to meetings and sat in the back but lucky for her I always sat in the back too. From there we have been best friends. From our late night chicken nugget runs, to our endless hours of conversation we have only gotten closer throughout the years. One time we even adopted a hedgehog together and hid him in our dorm! We both lean on each other in every situation, and I couldn't have planned this wedding without her guidance!


Rilea Robinson

Bridesmaid

Rilea and I met by chance in our freshman Animal Science class, and have taken on many others together since! Without her, many of my classes would have been much less interesting and life would be too. Jackson also loves when he gets to see her, and tries his best to pose for the camera. Any picture you've seen of Derek and I has also been taken by sweet Rilea. From our first halloween together to our save the date pictures she has been behind the camera directing and laughing at our overall dysfunctional photo posing skills.

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