Wedding Party
Ashley Newsome-Smith
Matron of Honor
Ashley and Kim have been best friends for over 20 years. She's the sister she's never had. The saying of their childhood was "Kim/Ashley's mom said they could go..." this would usually prompt the other mom to allow the other to go. Ashley was there through breakups, makeups, never go back or I'll hurt you moments, and the amazing "don't let this one get away" while dating Joe.
Chris Lippmann
Best Man
Chris has been one of Joe's best friends since moving here from Texas 22 years ago. The two of them can tell you countless stories of crazy nights out, Carrabba's drama, and serving nightmares. If you ever need comic relief get them quoting movie lines, especially from Night at the Roxbury or Step Brothers. These two will have to rolling in no time!
Kelli and Arvin Aquino
Bridesmaid and Groomsman
Arvin and Joe have been friends for over 20 years (yes, thanks to Chris, so he will tell you), then came Kelli! Joe and Arvin worked together at Macy's. Although only knowing these two for a few years Kim fit right into the friendship. Kelli and Kim are always Snap Chatting each other photos of their dogs daily and sharing medical patient stories.
Danielle and Scott Peterson
Bridesmaid and Groomsman/Officiant
Scott is another part of the 20+ crew,, with Danielle not long after. Scott and Danielle opened their home to Joe a few times and have been AMAZING supportive friends. Much like Arvin and Kelli when introduced to these two Kim fell right into the friendship. Scott performed Kim and Joe's private ceremony during COVID as their officiant and did and wonderful job, therefore he's back for the "production wedding" to show off his skills.
Ally Massaro
Daughter of the Bride
Ally will be walking her mom, Kim down the aisle on her special day. Now, 12 years old Ally is Kim's heart and soul. She's been through a lot in her short 12 years but has been nothing but supportive of the love and relationship between her mom and now step-dad Joe. Both Kim and Joe will continue to support her in her journey through life and help navigate any way they can. And yes, she's riding a hippo with her bow in hand in the photo! She's going to kill us for that one. :)
Zoey and Kiley Shields
Daughters of the Groom/Junior Bridesmaids
Zoey and Kiley Shields are Joe's pride and joy. They are growing up fast and have adapted to the changes around them. Kim sees these two girls as her own and will always be there just like their dad to support them in their journeys.
Jacob Thompson
Flower Man
Jacob is Kim's "little brother." She's known Jacob for about 12 years since he was in middle school. He's been a little brother, babysitter, DD, and overall a great friend to not only Kim but her daughter Ally too. Since Joe and Kim relationship Jacob has been there to support them! They were overly excited...Kim more so to Jacob said yes to being their Flower Man!
Ellie Smith
Flower Girl
Ellie is the daughter of the Matron of Honor, Ashley. She's relativity like niece to Kim and one of Ally's best friends too. Kim will never forget the day she found out Ellie was cooking in the oven. She was so excited for the new bundle of joy her best friend was about to experience and the new BFF for Ally! Ellie is a champion in the pig show circuit, a new musical thespian, and overall great kid!
Bentley Doren
Ring Security
Bentley is just one of the cutest kids. He's the son of a long time friend Jessica. Kim has known Bentley since he was born and his mommy too! Her parents go back to Kim's childhood of about 31 years!