Samantha & Joseph
Wedding Party
Leann Prisk
Maid of Honor
The bride's sister from another mister, fellow triplet, the one who is first in line to roast her but would hold her while she cried if anyone else even looked at her wrong... Leann and Sam met when Sam was born (her twin sister and Sam joke that our friend-a-versary is Sam's birthday) and she's stuck by the bride's side ever since. She and the bride may have met because their mother's were besties, but through their teens, twenties, and thirties, through colleges, moves (through NJ and out of state), through life changes, Sam's crazy antics, and everything in between, she's remained to be one of Sam's chosen family who Sam can always count on to be there for her.
Tara Podurgiel
Matron of Honor
One of the bride's sisters from another mister, fellow triplet, the one who tough but validating, who will call Sam out on her shit, but will also kick your ass if you do Sam wrong... Tara and Sam met when Sam was born (her twin sister and Sam joke that our friend-a-versary is Sam's birthday) and she's stuck by the bride's side ever since. She and the bride may have met because their mother's were besties, but through their teens, twenties, and thirties, through colleges, moves (through NJ and out of state), through life changes, Sam's crazy antics, and everything in between, she's remained to be one of Sam's chosen family who Sam can always count on to be there for her. Sam was honored to stand by her side at her wedding to the love of her life, and now, Sam is so excited for Tara to do the same!
Erika Garcia-Kozak
Matron of Honor
Erika and the bride met in 2013 when Sam moved into an off-campus apartment with her college buddies and their one "random" roommate. Going into senior year at Stockton College, Sam was convinced she had all the friends she needed, but never imagined she would find a kindred spirit in Erika. Erika started out as Sam's "fuck it" friend. You know, the one who you would pose a crazy idea to, and she would say "fuck it" and convince you to take the leap. As time went on, Sam and Erika stuck together through their masters programs and new jobs, spontaneous trips and girls weekends, and somehow, made it all the way through babies and weddings! Erika has always been Sam's emotional sounding board and reminder that things will be okay. She has the biggest heart (remember that time we talked to that homeless man while drunk in San Diego for an hour because you wanted to make sure he had shelter resources? or that time we bought a guy a slice in Hoboken?), she is always there to boost Sam's confidence, is always down for a hiking/winery adventure, and is an all around amazing friend that Sam is so grateful to have kept in her life for all of these years! Sam stood by her side as a Maid of Honor at Erika's wedding, and Sam is so excited for Erika to do the same!
Heather Nelson
Bridesmaid
Heather and Sam met 2008 when Heather befriended Sam's Twin Besties after their move from Bayonne to Plainsboro. As Sam visited Plainsboro to see her chosen family as often as possible, Heather slowly became a staple at the "Raynor Resort". Heather, or "herps" as the the twins and the bride have affectionately called her since our high school days (iykyk), was always there for a good laugh, down for a great time, and was the voice reason, alongside Leann, to Sam and Tara's propensity to do fun but reckless things. Heather never judged Sam's crazy antics and made Sam feel valued and connected to P-Boro, Sam's home away from home. Fast forward 10 years to the bride and fellow triplet Tara hiding in Ellie's bathroom with Heather's phone to secretly create a dating profile, with Leann standing guard, where she and Tara feverishly swiped right on every guy they found that could be "Herps' type". Fast forward 3 more year... to Sam standing by Heather's side as she married one of those guys (you're welcome Heather) and is now thrilled to have Heather reciprocate the favor! She may have started out as a bonus friend, but she transformed into a bonus sister.
Emily Boyle
Bridesmaid
Sam and Emily met back in Sam's college days circa 2012. Emily had just transferred from a county college to Stockton College and the stars aligned when Sam and Emily's friends all just so happened to match up! Through the years, Sam and Emily's lives seemed to continue to align in many ways, including us both going to master of counseling programs, both becoming therapists, and beyond. Sam and Emily have had many different and many similar life experiences, but their friendship remained and grew as they were both able to depend on the other for hours-long deep life-processing discussions followed by drunken antics and good times. Between guy struggles, life stressors, career hurdles, and more, the topics may have changed, but our conversations and friendship remain. Sam is so proud to have Emily as a friend and to have her by her side as she marries the best guy in the entire world!
Daniel Gregory
Best Man
Joey and Dan first met in 2010 working on a film production together. When the production was finished, Dan invited Joey and the rest of the cast and crew over his house for a party. When Joey arrived, Dan guided him to where the party would be; in the basement. What he didn't tell Joey was that he was inviting him over for a time a half hour earlier than everyone else, so that he could try to freak him out. They have been friends ever since.
Sam Platizky
Groomsman
Joey and Sam first met in 2010 working on a film production together. They had only interacted via email before the first day of filming. When Joey arrived at the location, Sam's house, Sam opened the door, greeted him, and showed Joey in. Joey was the first to arrive and for the first few minutes, he was unsure if there was actually going to be filming, or if Sam had created an eleborate plan to murder him. But then more cast and crew showed up, Sam did not, in fact, murder Joey, and that concern slowly melted away. They have been friends ever since.
Isaac Platizky
Groomsman
Joey and Isaac first met in 2010 working on a film production together. They became great friends even though they barely spoke to eachother on set. They bonded over their love of making movies, and the bond strengthened over their love of buffets. On rare ocassions they can't hang out too late because "Some of us have to act in the morning." But it's okay.
Daniel Hendlowitch
Groomsman
Joey and Dan first met in 2006 in college. They used to argue a lot. Now they only argue occasionally. Dan is very accepting of Joey's gluten-containing lifestyle.