Maid of Honor
This woman is Ripley's twin flame. They share the same soul in two different bodies. They found each other in their first year of high school and bonded quickly from the start. Irene and Ripley have gone through their teenage years and into adulthood arm in arm from far and near. Having gone through parallel struggles they are the "Twisted Sisters" and will always do anything and everything they can to help the other when they are in need.
Bridesmaid
The "Peppa" to Ripley's "Salt", Brenda and Ripley have been a dynamic duo since 2014. They were brought together to help start Ba and Me in Honesdale and became spiritually inseparable. When Brenda and Ripley are together they have a power that is unstoppable. They emit love and light and endless laughter. Although Brenda is far away she and Ripley will always stay connected in this life and many more after.
Bridesmaid
Natalie has been Ripley's best friend since childhood. Natalie has always lifted Ripley up and comforted her when she needed it the most. About two years ago, Natalie changed Ripley's life by introducing her to the aerial arts and their bond grew stronger as they both pursued this passion. Natalie's friendship is a true gift to anyone's life, especially Ripley's.
Bridesmaid
Caitlin and Ripley have known each other since they were 5 and 6 years old, respectively. They became best friends at that young age and their friendship has lasted from a distance over many years. When Caitlin and Ripley were in college, they both attended schools is New York City and were able to have adventures together which usually consisted of finding the best sushi in the city, going to see psychics and taking extremely long subway rides from The Bronx to Midtown. Once, when they saw a psychic together, they were told they were kindred sisters from many lives ago. Here they are in this life supporting and loving each other through all the important milestones.
Bridesmaid
Cora is Ripley's older sister. Being just 14 months apart, she is Ripley's counterpart. They have been through the ups and downs of this life so far and have been there for each other since Ripley's birth. Cora and Ripley have a special connection that most do not quite understand, and it's just perfect that way.
Bridesmaid
Sofia is Ripley's first baby sister. She was born when Ripley was 8 years old and taught Ripley the true meaning of responsibility and unconditional love. Sofia is a bright and beautiful soul and though Ripley is always in awe of her intelligence and resilience as she grows, to Ripley she will always be her little Bugga.
Bridesmaid
James is Ripley's youngest sister and her perpetual baby girl. James and Ripley share a beautiful sisterly bond and will always have the other's back in any situation. Ripley loves James' face so much that she will smush and kiss it whenever possible. James is incredibly talented and can bring Ripley to tears with just her dancing. Ripley is proud of her always and so happy to have such an amazing sister.
Bridesman
Ripley and Ray met when they were brought together to form a band in 2014, and after making music and playing gigs together for 3 years they became best friends. They continue to share the passion of music, dark humor and falafel. Ray even went as far as to make sure Ripley got a falafel wrap that did not have spicy pickles after a restaurant gave her the wrong order, and even though they were incompetent and called him Ishmael he tried his very best. He is an amazing friend and Ripley is lucky to have him in her life.
Bridesmaid
Kemp is Ripley and Gary's dog and is the best little girl. She loves pig ears as treats and usually gets them from her Aunt Brenda. She spends most of her time playing with her mom and dad, snuggling her favorite stuffed hippo, Gino, and munching on her chew bones. Please give her all the loves and pets, but be ready to get covered in her hair because she is a shed monster.
Best Man
Kyle is a friend of Legend, a true rarity in this world that can only be compared to the likes of Goku and Vegeta, and The Fresh Prince and Jazz. Kyle is supportive, kind, and will always be the person Gary counts on to have his back and help hide the bodies.
Groomsman
Prometheus is Gary's nephew and he live's to his namesake. He is extremely intelligent and seems to know things he shouldn't know anything about covering a wide range of topics. He created a lot of fun memories for Gary from playing Twisted Metal and hunting down Santa, to general banter about cars and life.
Groomswoman
Abby and Gary instantly bonded over one of the most important things in life...Food. Their very first conversation was about all the weird food they enjoy eating and came to the same answer to the question, "Did we just become best friends?" which was a resounding "Yup!". Abby and Gary's love of food created a wonderful lifelong friendship.
Covid Sucks
Next are the people that Gary wanted to be at the wedding standing with him, but due to Covid's gathering limitations and the risk in general they weren't able to make it. They all mean the world to Gary and even though they can't be there, he doesn't want them to go unrecognized.
Groomsman
Juan is simply a gift to humanity. Juan is Gary's main source of inspiration, as well as everyone fortunate to be around him. He wont, however, accept any praise of any sort! He is the most Humble, low maintenance, and chivalrous man Gary knows. Gary is lucky Juan calls him a friend, and you're lucky for reading about him.
Groomswoman
As a martial artist, it always makes Gary happy to see his passion become a passion to someone else. Alex was one of the first people Gary got to train one on one. Their bond thickened the more she asked about the "mathematics" behind the technique, which has helped Gary become a better trainer and martial artist. She has started to train in multiple martial art styles embodying the Warrior.
Groomswoman
Alyssa is one of Gary's most treasured friends. She is a bigger nerd than Gary is, though she did however, underestimated him while playing an EPIC game of Mario Kart. She truly didn't have a chance... Gaming rivalry aside, Alyssa is unbelievably sweet, caring, and an amazing kickboxer. She has insane power dropping Bombs in her wake.
Groomswoman
Kesley asked Gary for self defense training after an altercation happened at her workplace. He taught her how to do a low kick to the upper knee that can buckle your opponent's leg potentially knocking them down. Needless to say, she is definitely capable of handling herself and I still feel pain after she nearly Broke my Leg.
Groomswoman
Avriel is one of the most Phenomenal person on this planet. She travels all over South American and Central America working with children and saving the world. She is also one of the most honest individuals in Gary's life giving him the advice that he needs, not the advice he wants. Gary values and respects her immensely and treasures her friendship.
Groomswoman
Gary is very fond of Fabiola. She and Gary started together as a kickboxing trainer and she quickly became one of his best friends as they helped each other through several ups and downs. She is an incredibly strong and powerful woman who is equal parts "kick your ass" and "Fancy" all in one.
Groomswoman
Brenda stands out in Gary's life as the most Generous person he's ever met. She is a magnificent friend that has really been there for Gary and Ripley opening up her arms to them and generously introduced them to the best bundt cakes in the world rather than selfishly keeping them a secret to herself.
Groomsman
Gary has many friends, but only one Brother. Wise, honest, and real, Biagio has been a vital figure in Gary's life giving him advice, lessons, and teaching him how to be a better man.
Groomswoman
Hailey and Gary worked together and were a great dynamic at work besties. Hailey knew right away that Gary was going to fall head over heels for Ripley when she started to work with us, and Hailey's encouragement and support of his relationship with Ripley was the most important factor to Gary coming out to their boss to tell him about his relationship and plans to ask Ripley to marry him. She is absolutely Delightful and her friendship is exceedingly valued.
If it were a thing
If it were a thing were the groom was walked down and "given away" Gary would choose Mayra for that role. Mayra has been around for all of Gary's ups and downs and she took the role of Gary's emotional guardian during times of healing. From movies and tacos and most of the time both, Mayra's impact on Gary has helped him in his journey that led him to Ripley's arms.