Taylor & Ghazi
The Guys & Gals
Katie McCluskey
Maid of Honor
Katie and I go way back to Miss Hundley's class in the 4th grade. But, we didn't become friends because we were classmates, we did because my mom basically set us up on a hang out (I guess she was desperate for me to have friends). Katie's brother Andy was dating my cousin at the time, and he attended my family's Christmas Eve dinner. My mom discovered his sister was in the same class as me and well, the rest is history. We were together throughout grade school and even went to the same college (as freshman year roommates). We've grown up from recording Destiny's Child music videos in my bedroom and cutting her Barbie's hair (sorry cabbage head) to where we are now (still kids at heart). She basically can't get rid of me at this point.
Taylor Kennedy
Matron of Honor
The other Taylor. Taylor and I were placed together as suitemates in Suite M freshman year of college at Monmouth University. At first, I wasn't pleased with having another Taylor on my turf, but we quickly became friends. Taylor was like the sister I never had, a crazy and fun-loving spirit with so many of the same interests (dance, cats, the list goes on). We were the best of friends in school, rarely being seen without each other. Although we don't see each other as often as we did in college, with adult life and living in different parts of NJ, we still remain close friends. Taylor just got married last summer and I served as her Maid of Honor! We still remain besties and soulmates today, and there's a 110% chance Taylor will be shedding tears on my wedding day.
Chelsea Benavides
Bridesmaid
Chelsea and I date back to the early years of high school. I don't really think we liked each other much at first. But, I became friends with her through Katie and there was really no turning back. I discovered Chelsea had a sense of humor (and sarcasm) similar to mine, and if nothing else, we could always roast each other constantly. She also threw some pretty good parties in high school, so I figured I'd keep her around. Over the years, we've grown closer as friends, and I consider her one of my best! (I feel weird saying that). She is truly lucky to have me.
Christina Giuliano
Bridesmaid
Christina & I met in college when I became her big in our sorority. Neither of us were typical sorority girls, so it was just meant to be that we'd end up friends long after college was over! Christina is a ton of fun, and we always have a great time when we go out together (although it's sometimes dangerous when it's just the two of us). She is the only one, aside from Ghazi & I, who can get our cats to be friendly, so maybe she's a cat whisperer? You can catch us at Tony Baloney's after a late night out, or power walking the streets of Hoboken.
Sammie Nweiran
Best Man
Sammie is Ghazi's younger brother and our best man!
Talal Nweiran
Groomsman
Ghazi's older brother
Mo Nweiran
Groomsman
Ghazi's youngest brother (yes, he has a lot of brothers)
Eric Nagengast
Groomsman
Ghazi's friend from both Pine Bush school and college at New Paltz
John Burrow
Groomsman
Ghazi's friend from Pine Bush High School
Kendall Barlow
Flower Girl
Kendall is our shining star flower girl! She is almost 8, super smart and sassy, and the girl can really dance! Kendall's mom, Jessica, is my cousin and we've been close for many years, so I knew I had to have Kendall walk down the aisle with me on my special day. You won't miss her, a true performer at heart with an amazing personality, she's already practicing her aisle strut!
Liana Elabed
Flower Girl
Liana is Ghazi's younger cousin who is sweet and full of sass. She lives in California but is making the trip over to NJ (and down the aisle!) for our big day.