Wedding Party
Abigail Moran
Maid of Honor
Abby, my older sister of two years, has always been my constant—through every high and low. I'll never forgot the summer before 8th grade when I asked to sleep on the floor in her room. She reluctantly said yes, and night after night, we would talk until we both fell asleep. That summer changed everything. She became more than a sister—she was like a shining light guiding me through life; and from then on, I knew there was at least one person who understood me and knew me completely. Who I am today is all because of my sister. It means more to me than I can express to have her stand beside me as I marry Nelson, like another secret check mark in our journey of sisterhood. No matter how far apart we are, the bond we share will always keep us close.
Meggan Moran
Bridesmaid
My oldest sister Meggan has always been someone I could turn to for honest advice and support. Growing up, I looked up to her as someone who seemed to have it all figured out—so headstrong, so resilient. I remember when she came back from being a camp counselor one summer, and I thought that had to be the coolest thing in the world. Or the time she visited home with her college friends, seeming so independent and carefree. Now, standing beside her as I get married—just as I stood beside her 15 years ago when she married her husband—feels like such a full-circle moment. Meggan has always been a constant cheerleader in my life, offering words of wisdom, encouragement, and endless excitement for every milestone. I’m incredibly grateful for her love, her guidance, and the beautiful bond we’ve shared through the years.
Jerrica Hicks
Bridesmaid
To me, Jerrica has always been the embodiment of gentle resilience. She loves quietly but deeply—with kind gestures, soft words, and a heart that shines through everything she does. Even in life’s hardest moments, she carries herself with such grace and quiet strength, reminding me that love, when given fully, is always worth it. Being with Jerrica feels peaceful—there’s a lightness in her presence that makes it easy to just be. I can truly be myself around her. She has a way of making everyone feel welcome, accepted, and at home, just as they are. She is someone I’ve always known I could count on in a tough situation. If there’s ever a problem or I need someone by my side, I know I can call her—and she’ll drop everything to be there. She shows up, wholeheartedly and without hesitation, for the people she loves. It’s one of the qualities that defines her, and I think anyone who knows her would agree: Jerrica shows up hard for her people.
Emma Moran
Bridesmaid
There’s something truly special about the bond with a younger sister, and mine with Emma is one of a kind. Being her older sister has meant watching her grow while gaining a lifelong friend—someone who fills my life with laughter, goofiness, and inside jokes. Emma is the spirit of childhood wonder—imaginative, hopeful, and full of possibility—and she reminds me every day not to take life too seriously. What I admire most is her unwavering pursuit of happiness and peace. She finds beauty in the smallest things and holds fast to the goodness in life. Having her by my side today—my childhood roommate, my 7-year-old twin in spirit, and always my little sister—feels so inevitable. I’m endlessly grateful for the comfort and magic her presence brings.
Natalie Bullock
Bridesmaid
My friendship with Natalie was one that truly snuck up on me—and it came at the best possible moment in my life. From the very beginning, Natalie was strong-willed and forthright, something I deeply admired. But it wasn’t until years later that I had the privilege of truly getting to know the person beneath the surface: someone deeply devoted to her loved ones, with a special appreciation for the simpler, beautiful things in life. Natalie encourages me to love myself and to do what’s best for me. She challenges me to pursue the things that bring me joy—even when it’s hard—and she quietly reminds me to invest more deeply in the relationships I hold dear. I’ll always be grateful for that sunny summer by the Corderman's’ pool.
Laura Beimfohr
Bridesmaid
Laura is the sister I never knew I needed. I already have 4 and thought that was enough to cover the full spectrum; I am so glad to have been wrong. Laura is the kind of person I admire greatly while also feeling so comfortable around. She leads a life of kindness and intentionality which shines through in everything she does. I remember the first time I really felt like I was bonding with her, and I immediately knew she would be an important person to me always. Laura is equal parts level-headed, silly and introspective; the kind of person you turn to for deep, meaningful conversation—then, without missing a beat, she’s leading you to the creek to hunt for salamanders. She brings thoughtfulness and playfulness in equal measure, and it’s that rare blend that makes her so unforgettable.
Patrick Wiwel
Best Man
Pat and I go way back, like, most of the way back. If the timeline of my life was condensed into an episode of SpongeBob, Pat and I would have met in the first minute and a half. As neighbors in a small town, there was little else to do besides becoming best friends. The 4 year age gap between us was rarely a concern or hinderance to our friendship. Over the years, we created an award winning film, a new sport (leafboarding), and (almost) started our own bait & tackle company. Summers were spent swimming, riding bikes, filming, fishing, or jumping bikes into the pond if the fish weren't biting. You can tell that Pat is one of my best friends because in all the years we've known eachother, we only have about 15 pictures together (and none of them are particularly good). I had by first beer, my first good beer, my first really good beer, and the best beer I've ever had, all with Pat. I hope everyone else can have a beer with Pat, too.
Darin Alleman
Groomsman
The story between Darin and I is for the Butterfly Effect enthusiasts out there. Darin is a significant part of the reason I moved to, and stayed in, Virginia. After an uneventful year in Philly after college, I was looking for a new place to live, and moving in with Darin in Fredericksburg seemed like a great idea (it was). The algorithm between Darin and I's relationship was relatively simple; In exchange for thousands of hours spent cycling together, Darin would sometimes grace me with his presence for a night out on the town. One of those nights was Oktoberfest, and the first time I met Olivia. Even though Olivia and I didn't reconnect until years later, I like to believe her hazy, drunken memory of me that evening slightly influenced her decision to not ghost me.
Kevin France
Groomsman
Kevin was another wonderful thing brought into my life by Olivia. If I ever go missing, I think Kevin would make for the most suitable stand-in. Even though we only met in the last couple of years, we quickly became friends after finding out we have so much in common. Bikes, camping, coffee, fishing, etc. If you name it, we're probably on the same page about it. Kevin is level-headed, discreet, and the least self-centered only child you're likely to come across.
Owen Griffing
Groomsman
Owen is my brother-in-law, a new father, and honestly one of the best people that will be standing up next to me on my wedding day. Owen and I probably wouldn't have even met or been friends in college; hes the kind of quality guy that has to be externally sourced from more pragmatic members of the family (thanks Laura). It would have been nice to be the smartest cybersecurity professional at my own wedding, but alas, Owen securely (no pun intended) holds that honor. (Just dont ask him about it)
Benjamen Shrewsberry
Groomsman
Ben and I met in college. Some combination of being cycling buddies and physical neighbors led to us getting close. Very close. Concerningly close. Ben would frequently walk into my house, unannounced, just to say 'whats up?'. From then on, thats just kind of been the motif. Ben holds the record for number of espresso drinks offered to me, which is probably several dozen; not an alarming number, but enough to make you question some things.
Timmy Usher
Groomsman
Timmy's role in my life was that of a sterotypical extrovert who latches onto an introvert. Put me in a 'Ship Track' shirt at Club Raze (Shippensburg University's finest freshman icebreaker there ever was) and our relationship was pretty much guaranteed. We lived together for 3 years in college. I lived alongside Timmy through some of the more prominent times in his life, National Championships, finding the love of his life, etc. And Timmy tolerated me through some of the less prominent moments of my life (not being able to lift more than 10lbs after back surgery, unexpected visitors at all hours (see Benjamen Shrewsberry), and that time someone fell off our roof (they were fine)). Fun Fact: Timmy is also a detective, so if our wedding somehow turns into a real-life murder mystery, we have on-site help right away.
