Wedding Party
Kasey Dalirifar
Bridesmaid
"She's like my little sister!" Kasey has always consistently introduced me to anyone she knows just like this. It's beyond true and I've loved it and her more than she could ever know! With Jennifer, her mother, being my babysitter for 7 years, she shared so many things with me, even if she may not have always wanted. Even her wonderful mother. From cheering and tumbling together, growing up together, to being bridesmaids for one another. She is the most intelligent and driven woman that I get to look up to, as I always have and always will! Other than Jennifer, Kasey is the first woman that has accomplished things that I never considered possible to accomplish myself. Yet with her being so close, it helped me realize that dreams of mine aren't so far away, and I may create any life that I want for myself. Just like she always said. I have never heard or even felt an ounce of criticism, or envy from her over anything, even with meeting so young and having to share so much with me. Kasey is beyond busy and lives pretty far away, with so many responsibilities and her future that she is working towards, and I will always support her. To, future Doctor Kasey Dalirifar, sister from another mister, I couldn't imagine where I would be without you. I'm so thankful to have you in my life and supporting me on my wedding day.
Karyssa Patrick
Bridesmaid
My uncle gave me the gift of another beautiful and intelligent aunt to be in my life at 12 years old. With her being only in high school at the time, we certainly have many memories together growing up. She is another strong-willed and admirable woman I get to look up to that has followed her dreams of being an ABA Therapist, and helping families learn how to navigate their children and family with Autism. She can handle more stress, roles and responsibilities than I ever could, and my uncle is incredibly blessed to have her. As are we, and especially me, grateful for the days we would blare music on our way to tan and get our nails done, for taking me to see Magic Mike, (which was so worth getting grounded for), and for having someone I literally have danced in the rain with. She is the only person who has explained exactly what I was going through at a point in my life without a previous single word from me about it. It was a long, and probably 4-minute summary of everything I had thought, felt, and perceived around me at the time. It was years ago now, but I'll never forget it. I'm honored to have someone next to me that allows me to feel heard and understood without saying a thing. Love ya, much!
Anna Brahm
Bridesmaid
Anna, she's the friend you meet later in life. When the guys in the group introduce their girls. When you're older and you find someone on a similar path as you and admirations you want for yourself that are all too familiar. At least, that's the case for me. Immediately it was genuine, and honest. She's intelligent, funny, and incredibly self-assured. We have known each other over a year, but the pool days, game nights, mini trips, and brunches are a plenty! She even let me become a fiancé on her 24th birthday! (Now were even, right?!) She's driven and has worked hard for her third degree, becoming a School Psychologist, following her dreams for herself. And always ready to guide and answer any questions I have about the Psychology path. She's recently made the final decision to move to New York to invest into her love and her life, and I could not be happier for her. I'm incredibly grateful for what we have picked up along the way in our lives. Her friendship is a gift, and I'm certain there's no shortage of trips in the future. Thank you for being a part of my wedding day and standing next to me in full support. (We'll pack some Vizzys in the trunk just incase the "full bar" doesn't include seltzers!)
Brittney Tranbarger
Bridesmaid
Brittney and I met in high school my freshman year. I saw her sitting at a table in class on her own before others got in, and just felt that we would be good friends. I immediately sat beside her, and we've been friends since. We are so different in many ways, but always been just as similar in others. I can't remember a time ever feeling there was something I couldn't talk to her about. She's very open-minded with the right things, and you never feel judged or unsafe when opening up to her. It's almost like, anything I've ever said that ended with a "ya know what I mean?" was met with an "absolutely" agreement. She's very intuitive, honest, and I never felt a feeling or thought of mine was abnormal. You feel lighter when she's around and it's just easier to laugh. I have always felt genuine support from her, and these things make me realize why I never questioned her to be a good mother. Because she is, an outstanding mother, and is patient and kind to her boys. It's easy to see now how her friendship transfers over to another part of her life that she is creating. It's amazing to watch her over the years become my best friend to a mother. It's her job she doesn't get to clock out of, and I'm so proud of her. I love all our memories that we get to reminisce over. Trips, show choir, and sleepovers for years, and to this day! I love you! I'm so happy you're standing up there with me for my next chapter in life. We'll be reminiscing and laughing over this in a few years!
Brynn Barnett
Bridesmaid
My Brynn Baby. Once upon a time we were the only grandbabies in the family out of seven now. I remember every stage of obsession she had whether it be cartoons, music, and whatever special toy she carried with her for comfort. She's always been blonde hair and big blue bright eyes since she was a baby, a real-life Rapunzel. I've been able to watch her grow into the bombshell that she is now. She is in high school with her license, an incredible basketball player, and I feel like the next time I blink she will be graduated! But anyone who knows her knows she isn't just beauty, but she's incredibly smart, and holds something especially gracious about her that allows her to be funny without ever having to be mean or harsh to anyone. And her ability to make friends wherever she goes because she's just that captivating. She may be seven years younger than myself, but these are some of the ways I truly look up to her. I love you, Brynn baby. I hope our wedding day, and our healthy partnership and friendship is something that you see as a template for yourself to carry with you in yours someday. Because I want nothing but the best for you, and to know that I will always support you, no matter what that looks like. Thank you for accepting to support me on my big day. I love you.
Adriannah Dehoney
Bridesmaid
Adriannah may have come into my life at the age of 12 but I certainly can't feel a difference! She has always been amazing and one of the toughest of even all of the boys she grew up around. (Tiny but mighty). She's incredibly smart, talented, and definitely someone you wouldn't want to bet on keeping in a box. She has accomplished so much in her 20 years of life I just couldn't do it justice trying to summarize it for you. She is currently in college and working on the path that she is paving for herself. She's confident yet careful. She has been working on some baking and decorating skills, and she is gracious and patient. It shows in her work, and as she speaks of her dreams that she wants to create. She is optimistic with great reason, and beautiful. She can mesh well with anyone around her, and down-to-earth as she's always been able to slow down and live in the moment while everyone else around her goes a mile a minute. As we have grown older, it never felt like she was 3 years younger, because she's always been quick and so personable, easy to talk to. I love you, Adriannah, and I hope you find all your happiness by creating things that you love no matter what they may be. Because it's not something you can chase after, and you've already found something that you love and enjoy. I will always be here to bring you back down to yourself when the world gets overwhelming. Thank you for being next to me on my big day to keep me grounded.
Jalea Hamilton
Groomswoman
Will never forget the day I finally found out I was having a little sister. It was horrible, (I love you) it was just the memory of being a 7-year-old, wishing for a brother and crying when they finally finalized you being a girl. With all this as you continued to get older, I saw how you never left my side. So, it was a no brainer when it came down to you being alongside me now. With everything you have done just at the age of 19 by getting your cosmetology license and keeping me workout motivated with your drinks. These things make me proud to be your big bro. Lea, keep doing the things that help you have happiness in this world. I just hope I can still be the big brother you can use for a guideline to try and help. I can't fathom you are there for one of the days that will bring me joy. Never stop being you and keep having the big heart I know you have for everything you do and love. So, never forget big bro always here
Austin Barker
Groomsman
Scream face! Boy thing with us has always been on the come up, with us we have never had a dull moment either. It’s so great that when it came to your perfect day I was on your mind and now it’s my turn and I understand why I need you, like you needed me. I take pride and telling everyone you show me the structure of how to get life going. You do such a good job of everything you do with managing your life, wife and work. Seeing you show me that it can be done. Austin you will always have a brother in me. I’m also happy that I feel I have one in you. Just so you know if there is anything you ever need i will be there. I know you will be there for me too so happy I got you holding me up.
Joshua Murphy
Groomsman
Man never will forget being in 6th grade and not knowing where to sit on the bus. Seems like just yesterday we was hitting “Crack That” in the seat. From that point to you even getting me into football and showing me how good I was at something. You have always had my best interest in mind and you will always be my brother. I’m so proud of you and the changes you have made to be the best father I know you are. Josh keep doing what you need to be that great father you are. I see you doing that and it warms me to the fullest and I’m so proud of you for that. You was my first friend to show me how to be there for your child and I envy you for that.
Shawntain North
Groomsman
Shawn Don man it’s crazy I remember playing basketball in the alleyway at my house. We used to have those talks that just felt like we were always figuring out life one step at a time together. Those was always moments I felt we had solved some big problem. Remember going to your basketball game and watching you get an insane block, then proceeded to saluting me. That’s a memory that will always be locked in my memory bank. You're my one brother, that I’m so happy to see where you came from to be living your dream in the NYC. I also love how you always bring that high volume energy every time I need it for sure. Shawn Don keep following your dreams and do what you love. I have always been happy for you and will always have your back, brothers for life.
Justin Dostal
Co. Best Man
Mister Christopher Columbus himself, Justin you have traveled and been moving all while just following what you feel you need no matter the moment. We have been going to school together since elementary and playing on the same sports teams since 5th grade ( even if my memory is bad for it) but, the love is still there. It’s crazy how it felt like our names was connected in Highschool when people would say Damo and Dostal. With that being said I’m gone need you my brother to help me pass on to my new connection. You keep me inspired by always showing me no situation is to permanent to where you can’t be afraid to make a change. Whatever you do I know you give your all so keep living free my brother Justin my brother you was there at a point in life when I needed help. You and your family helped me in more ways I could count and that’s something I can’t thank enough. You always pick up your phone and respond to every text fast (even if I can’t return the favor) but, I do know if I need you. That your gone give it what you got and I hope you know that from me as well.
Antonio Cook
Best Man
My right man, when I use to hear that I never understood. Now that has a whole new ring in my head. When it comes to Duo’s we Hall of Fame for sure. I will never forget how we use to have social studies jumping in 8th grade to finding our own way in High School. All to lead us back after graduating and realizing some of the biggest things we need in this crazy world was what we both had to offer. My brother you have one of the biggest hearts for a man I have ever seen. You the one to really help start my healing process as an adult. After years of helping others with problems you were the one to let me be heard. So ultimately you showed me that I need my wife to be and that I’m truly grateful for with all I have. Tonnie, I know no matter what we gone ride to the wheels fall off and if we got a spare, till it pops. I just need you to know when it comes to best man you the best, I know never anything crazy between us. No matter what you are going through or feel family you know I’m still strong enough to help hold you up. With that being said I will definitely need some help on this day, and I know I got the right man for the job.