Kelly & Michael
Wedding Party
Chandler Bing Cookson
Honor Attendant
Our first born child. Most likely to be found running around and drooling everywhere. Maybe heard crying during the ceremony for attention. Will do anything for chicken and a belly rub. 120 lbs of love, fur, and slobber. Our whole heart mixed into one.
Goose Cookson
Honor Attendant
Our second and youngest child. AKA baby goose, bean, Crackhead Goose, Gooser. Will walk down aisle for tennis ball. Most likely to be well behaved child. Will smoother with kisses, and can be found snuggled up on the couch or watching out the front window. 65 lbs of love and loyalty. Likely smarter then lets on.
Desirae Hoffman
Matron of Honor
"Kelly met Desirae eight years ago while living on the same floor freshman year of college. Over the years, they’ve bonded over their of love of dogs, DIY projects, wedding planning, and traveling." I'm not sure what I would do without Desirae when it comes to life, and wedding planning. She answers all of my questions, deals with my stress, and keeps me reasonable and levelheaded when I tend to freak out. We bonded over our love of dogs since freshman year and raised many many 4 paws dogs together. She's never more then a phone call or text away. She helps me keep Michael and Nick in line when together, and I'm really lucky to have her in my life!
Lizzy Humes
Bridesmaid
Lizzy and I met while raising service dogs through 4 paws for ability at wright state. We clicked instantly and became close quickly. Lizzy is always a voice of reason in my life. She is never more then a phone call or text away. We bonded quickly over dogs and country music. She's such an easy person to be around. Lizzy's presences always makes me happy and calm, she is a vital part of my wedding day.
Jenna Abrahamson
Bridesmaid
“Kelly and I met in college through Kelly’s roommate and instantly bonded over our love for boy bands. We’ve been friends since. From Nick and Joe Jonas taking Kelly’s phone on stage, to being princesses for the weekend in Disney, I’m lucky to call Kelly a friend to adventure through life with. Through the big moments and small, Kelly is has been one of the truest, kindest, and supportive friends I’ve ever had. I’m honored to stand by her side as she says, “I do.”” Jenna is my go to concert buddy and soul sister. We instantly connected the moment we met and gushed over our shared love of boy bands and Taylor Swift. She’s the type of person who’s always there for you when you need her. I couldn’t imagine my big day with out her.
Christina Eckley
Bridesmaid
"Kelly has been my sister for quite some time now even though it’s not yet “official”. She’s strong, kind, beautiful, and all around one of my favorite people." Christina is Michael's sister, and almost *officially* mine too! She's always around to offer advice, talk me off the ledge, or just vent to. She keeps me grounded and sane. She's always offering up helpful advice, or crafting something fun. We're both so lucky to have her in our lives, plus she gave us the sweetest little ring bearer!
Tabitha Hossler
Bridesmaid
“Kelly and Michael started as friendly faces to myself, a newbie at the gym, but quickly became some of the best and most cherished friends I have. Kelly has taught me friendship is way more than proximity, but is encouragement, listening, and loving no matter the distance. She’s the best partner in and outside of the could the gym anyone could ask for!” Tabby is the most positive supportive person I’ve ever met. I mean seriously she even loves Mondays. She always has a smile on her face and a huge heart full of love. Tabby came into our lives and quickly made huge impacts on both Michael and I. She has a soul and friendship as if you've known her your whole life. We’re so excited to have her next to us on our big day!
Nick Hoffman
Best Man
Nick and Michael have been friends since meeting on Desirae's birthday years ago and instantly bonding over video games and sports. From traveling together, to now working hard at the same recruiting agency these two may spend more time together then Michael and Kelly. You'll often find these two sharing tik toks and a good laugh together.
Josh Wright
Groomsman
Josh and Michael went to high school together but bonded through working at Dicks sporting goods and playing video games together. From getting tattoos together to catching pokemon, Josh is always down for some good food and games.
Adam Sanderson
Groomsman
Adam and Michael met while working at Wright Patt Credit Union. Adam spent most of summer 2019 traveling and attending festivals with Michael and Kelly. He's always down for a food truck festival, or playing video games with Michael.
Jon Bowers
Groomsman
Michael and Jon met while suffering through CrossFit workouts together. Jon and Michael quickly friended each other over sports and heavy lifting. Through hard work outs, and countless game nights filled with laughs, Michael and Kelly enjoy spending time with both Jon and his wife Danei. We aspire to be as fit and awesome as them one day!
Jordan Kaiser
Groomsman
Jordan and Michael met while working out together at AKP. They bonded quickly over both their competitive nature and love for sports. If there's a game on TV I can almost always find Michael exchanging multiple texts with Jordan about each play. It also helps that Jordan is an avid dog lover so his pup Ace was able to quickly make friends with Chandler!