Wedding Party
Chris Auer
Groom
Mindy Young
Bride
Michael Auer
Best Man
Mike is the older brother of the groom. Mike and I grew up close in age. Although we didn't always get along as kids, he became one of my best friends. I am thankful to have such a close relationship with my older brother. - Chris I enjoy sharing a unique sense of humor with Mike. Our humor might terrify some people (Nicole) but I promise it could be worse! Thank you for treating me like family and always making me laugh! - Mindy
Annrita Velardi
Matron of Honor
Annrita and I met the weekend before I started college. She became the sister I never had and I have been so lucky to have been able to call her my "twin" for the past 17 years! We have made MANY great memories. We have traveled the world. We have helped each other through some of the hardest times. I always wanted a sister and God gave me one as soon as I started my adult life. He knew I would need an older sister to help guide me through life and I am so thankful he chose you to be my twin! - Mindy
Robert Auer
Groomsman
Bobby is the younger brother of the groom. Although we grew up 9 years apart, Bobby and I always had a great relationship and continue to have a great relationship. I am thankful to have such a close relationship with both of my brothers. PS - Bobby gets his funny side from me. - Chris The first time I met Bobby (and Chris's parents) was on Bobby's 30th birthday. I felt like I was intruding on his birthday dinner but he was so nice and welcoming and never treated me like I was anything other than family. I will never forget that! Thank you for always treating me like family! PS - Mike might be funny but Bobby is the funniest...and he definitely gets his funny side from Chris. - Mindy
Jodie Rogers
Matron of Honor
Jodie and I grew up in church together. I can literally say I have known her since my birth. Having a literal lifelong friend is so rare! I am so thankful for our friendship and I am so thankful God put you in my life. Thank you for loving our friendship as much as I do. I will always love our girl's nights at the "barrel place!" - Mindy
Rich Guarnieri
Groomsman
Rich is the brother-in-law of the groom. Rich was introduced to the family about 5 years ago and it did not take long for him to become part of the family. I have enjoyed having another brother. Thank you for teaching Bonnie to bite peoples' hands and for teaching Mindy to call me "Mister Chrissy." - Chris Rich, thank you for being so welcoming from the day we met! I have enjoyed all of the fun and laughter and look forward to more. And thank you for teaching me about certain nicknames. They will never die! - Mr. Chrissy's future wife
Laura Young
Bridesmaid
Laura is the bride's sister-in-law. When Aaron introduced Laura to us, it did not take long to make the decision that I loved her and wanted her to be my sister. Aaron could not have made a better decision and I am so thankful to have a sister(-in-law) who is such a wonderful human-being! - Mindy I got to know Laura much more when we all went to Antigua. We always have a good time and laugh when we get together. Laura is the person who helped me trick Mindy into taking a picture (while Mindy was in sweat pants and slippers) when I proposed to her. I will always be thankful for her help during the proposal and welcoming me into the family! - Chris
Aaron Young
Groomsman
Aaron is the brother of the bride. Aaron and I grew up close in age. We were very close as kids, we fought more than we should have as teenagers and grew close again as adults. I know I can call Aaron anytime and he always answers. I love many things about our relationship but I especially love our long phone conversations that we have every once in a while and I am so thankful God chose you to be my brother. - Mindy Thank you for welcoming me with open arms as soon as we met. I have Aaron to thank for getting a great video of the proposal. Every time we get together is a good time. Always full of fun and laughter. Looking forward to more of that in the future! - Chris
Whitney Rosenbalm
Bridesmaid
Whitney and I began working together in about 2017. At the end of 2020, we made a pact, quit our jobs and decided to travel and fight COVID-19 in the hot spots. Whitney supported me through one of the hardest times of my life. I am so thankful for our friendship! - Mindy
Evan Hicks
Groomsman
Evan, "Bird," and I met when I was 15 years old and have remained close throughout many years. Although he is not a brother by blood, I still consider him as such. Not many people remain so close with their childhood friends but I have. I am thankful for the group of friends who have remained by my side throughout the years. - Chris
Nicole Auer
Bridesmaid
Nicole is the sister-in-law of the groom. Nicole welcomed me with open arms the second she met me. The night we met, she asked lots of questions and told me that Chris was a great guy and there was, "literally no dirt" on him. I am so thankful for her welcoming me with open arms and always treating me like family! - Mindy Where to start... I have never considered Nicole just my sister-in-law. She is more like my sister. She has been in our lives since I was a teenager. She has seen my highs and lows and has supported me through it all. When she heard I had met someone, she got extremely excited and could not stop asking questions about her. Nicole met Mindy for the first time at her surprise 40th birthday dinner and immediately chose to sit next to Mindy. I am so thankful for her welcoming Mindy into the family and for always being there for me. - Chris
Dave Smith
Groomsman
Dave and I have also been friends since I was about 14 or 15 years old. I have had many crazy nights with Dave, all memorable. Even though sometimes it takes him 6 months to reply to a text message or phone call, he has always been there for me when I needed him most. I am thankful for his friendship through the highs and lows of my life. - Chris
Dani Auer
Bridesmaid
Dani is the sister of the groom. When Chris told me he had two brothers and one sister, I knew his sister would be awesome, especially after surviving childhood with 3 brothers. I was right! Thank you for being so sweet and welcoming to me. I am excited to add another sister-in-law to my life! - Mindy I love having you as a sister and I am thankful to have a close relationship with you. Despite our age gap, we made many memories while we were growing up and I cherish them all. - Chris
Bobby Giorgio
Groomsman
Bobby and I have been friends since I was about 7 years old. We grew up on the same street. If you can imagine, we ran wild all around town and made great memories while doing so. Bobby has always provided some of the best advice when I needed any. I appreciate his friendship immensely. PS - When I told Bobby about Mindy, he told me I would marry her. He knew far before I even did that she was the one for me. - Chris
Lauren Bullard
Bridesmaid
Lauren and I have known each other all of my life. Our parents were friends before we were born and have stayed friends for many years. Lauren is my god-sister. I have been in her wedding and I have seen her have babies and build a beautiful family. I am thankful for our friendship and our families remaining so close for so many years! - Mindy
Steven Spyridon
Groomsman
Steve and I have been friends since I was about 14 years old. Steve is another one of my best friends from childhood. Although we lost touch for a short period, when he came back into my life, it was like we never skipped a beat. Steve always answers anytime I reach out. I appreciate him and his friendship. - Chris