CooperMania Beach Extravaganza
Our People
Mary Randol Lawler
Matron of Honor
The best sister and friend in the whole world (they say sisters are built in best friends but it is actually the case). I will never have the words to communicate my deep love and appreciation for her. I will always be in awe of Mary and the way she walks in this world. Mary Randol is the epitome of all that I think is wonderful and beautiful in a person but she will absolutely cheat at Yahtzee if you aren't watching. She also has fooled everyone into believing she would NEVER cheat (sisters always know).
Stewart Lawler
Officiant
When we began thinking about our wedding, we immediately knew we wanted our officiant to be someone who knew us and loved us. Stewart is our brother in law and someone we deeply love, trust, and respect. No one better (or cheaper) for the job!
Anne Heaney
Wedding Party
Anne has been my best friend for almost a decade. We have gone through many seasons of life together, and I am a better version of myself because of her! Anne loves deeply, and has been one of Myles and I's biggest cheerleader throughout our entire relationship, as well as a personal cheerleader for me during my best and worst times. I am so thankful to have her with me on my biggest day!
Chris Heaney
Wedding Party
The life of the party. Chris and I have been friends for a whole decade. One could say, Christopher is the reason for this whole celebration tonight. We wouldn't be here tonight without him. Anne and Chris were the reason we met, and I am so thankful for that Fourth of July celebration four years ago!
Ella Swelfer
Wedding Party
Ella Swelfer, sister to Anne Heaney, but most importantly, sister to all. Ella is supportive, always donating her closet to Madison and Mary, and such a loving soul. Myles and I are so grateful for her friendship and can't wait for more memories to come.
Blaze Swelfer
Wedding Party
Blaze, husband to Ella, friend to all, especially the boys, and fashion icon. Blaze keeps us laughing and we love being around him.
Zane Burnett
Wedding Party
Zane and I, along with Will, met in our first class on our first day of high school. We would go to the skatepark or Zane's parents house every day that we could after school. As we got older our hobbies turned into working on cars, motorcycles, firearms, and fooling with anything we could take apart and, sometimes fail to, put back together. Zane has always inspired me to be creative and think outside the box.
Will Morrison
Best Man
Will and I have been close friends since our first day of high school together. We've spent many days playing guitar, skateboarding, and sharing laughs. Will has helped me shape my sense of humor and taste in music, and he has always helped me to not worry too much about taking risks or taking anything (myself included) too seriously. I don't know where I would be without him!
Lydia Hunt
Wedding Party
Lydia and I became friends in 2019 when she was my lab student at school. I was a brand new teacher so Lydia and I bonded over having no idea what we were doing! We've become such close friends and I have loved watching her grow into not only one of the best educators I know, but also into someone who will fiercely love and support the people around her. She would also tell you she is the funniest person in my life, and she would not be wrong (although I might deny if asked about it in person) I couldn't imagine doing this day without her there!
Mia
Honor Attendant
Mia, my best friend for 8 years. Mia joined the family when I was a Sophomore in college at Auburn University. She was there to comfort me through some of my hardest memories and also there for some of the most joyful moments of my life. I am not sure I could ever express how deeply I love her. I am so glad she is now a part of a two parent household. Myles is the absolute luckiest man in the world to have a dog like Mia!!!
Mango
Honor Attendant
I found Mango by the garbage can of my house in Montgomery. I had no idea that I needed or wanted a cat, but if anyone could convince someone to get a kitty, it would be Mango. He is the sweetest, wobbliest, goofiest boy of the bunch. If you ever need a reassuring head butt, he is your guy. I am not sure if I more thankful that I found Mango, or Myles! ( Probably Mango)
Kitty
Honor Attendant
I stumbled upon Mr. Kitty in the streets of Montgomery, AL when I was living there during my first year teaching, exactly one day after I found Mango. He was this tiny little pitiful kitten. Now he is the fattest bad boy in town. Mr. Kitty may love Myles more than me, but Myles needs at least one person on his team in this house!