Maid of Honor
My childhood bestie, my hermana, my confidant. Our friendship began in the 3rd grade after a Halloween party. Since then, we have seen each other at our worst, our best, and everything in between. Justin knows that Christen is my person. I knew she was my person when Ms. Sharon threatened to get us both after I convinced Christen to jump in the pool and mess up her hair (she had JUST got it done). She's the epitome of "ride or die."
Matron of Honor
Growing up with an older sister meant I had two mothers. Even though she constantly told me I was adopted (we're literally mom's spitting images), and wished I was a boy (so she could be the only daughter), I could not imagine a better older sis than Vero. She's given me three awesome nephews and a beautiful niece (who's too much like me for Vero's own good). She has stood by my side many times, but I think this time will be my favorite.
Bridesmaid
I first met Jennifer when Robert brought her to meet the family 16 years ago. I was unsure of why he was giving her all of his attention instead of me. Was I chopped liver??? YES. I WAS. He had found his perfect match and I did NOT make it easy for him to "split" his time between us (I was Robert's girl growing up). He found the perfect addition to our family, and I am so glad she's my sis. She's helped raise me to be the woman I am today and I cannot thank her enough for that.
Bridesmaid
My dad will always know her as "Lady Gaga" (throwback to the iconic Halloween costume). What started off as an awkward middle school friendship blossomed into "THE trio." Grace is one of the most genuine people I know, and I am thankful to have her by my side.
Bridesmaid
Jordan is my soul sister! We met my freshman year in college and INSTANTLY clicked. When I was told "Jordan is JUST like you," I really doubted it. It was true... Since then, we've wreaked havoc together in every one's lives around us.
Bridesmaid
Mak and I served as Area FFA Officers at the same time, then later served on the same state FFA officer team together. She has been my go-to since then. My most favorite memories of Mak include delirious episodes and lots of laughs.
Bridesmaid
The random girl that Caroline invited out with us once turned into one of my very best friends. She taught me how to be a proper GA Bulldog fan and how to not sweat the little things.
Bridesmaid
We met as FFA members in high school, survived UGA together, and are now conquering the adult world together. Caro has been a confidant and the sweetest friend - A1 from Day 1 if you will.
Bridesmaid
That's DOCTOR BURDEN to you. Shoutout to Felipe for choosing her as a roomie because now she's one of my besties. KB is the smartest person I know, the person with the absolute BEST music taste, and is ALWAYS down for any type of road trip.
Best Man
My teenage idol. We have seen the best and the worst of each other. I know I can count on him for anything, I happily distinguish Dewayne as my best man.
Groomsman
My second dad. Having known Joe for only a bit over a decade, he has showed and shared levels of understanding and compassion beyond anybody I have ever seen.
Groomsman
Robert was the first family that I met of Jaky’s. I remember being nervous to meet him and I also remember Jaky’s assurances of not having to worry, and that he’s the “chill one” of the bunch; she couldn’t have been more right. Robert brings a serene demeanor with a dash of goofy to keep you on your toes.
Groomsman
Olvin accepted me immediately into the family the day I met him. He is a family man who stops at nothing to provide for his family and for those he loves. I cannot admire his drive nor his ethic enough.
Groomsman
My best friend. My second brother. Growing up, whether it be a twelve hour Skype call, eating 100 hot wings outside watching the rain, or an entire day at the pool rating cannonballs, odds were, he was there.
Groomsman
Dingo is the most charismatic individual I know. If there's one person to keep you on your toes, it's him. Throughout all the chaos, you are an extremely loyal friend and I wouldn't trade that for anything.
Groomsman
Avery was a part of Jaky’s Team 10 (whatever the heck that meant), so I inherited his friendship immediately. My favorite quality about him is his ability to make sure every one is heard and involved in conversations no matter the size of the group.
Groomsman
Within the five years I’ve known Brandon, he’s taught me two things: 1. You can close the bars down in Athens, GA at 10:00pm 2. Some of the most heartfelt conversations can be had during a session of companionable silence in the early mornings at the beach.
Groomsman
What I thought would be the first test of my relationship, would quickly blossom into Jaky being joked as the third wheel. Almost all of my favorite memories involve me saying a one liner in public, and for him to guffaw the party into disarray.