Alaina & Sam
Our Favorite People
Meghan Sullivan
Maid of Honor
Meghan and Alaina met at IHM in 6th grade and have been besties ever since! They have done everything together from traveling. working and to even being roommates! despite being the baby of the group, Meghan, or 'Poppa' as she is more commonly known amongst her friends, is the natural leader of the pack. Poppa is fiercely loyal, and absolutely hilarious, even if she doesn't mean to be.
Rachel Hosley
Matron of Honor
Rachel is Alaina's cousin, and they have been attached at the hip since birth! Rachel is always down for a good time and exploring new places; she's the woman with the plan and supplies. She is extremely generous and is always so welcoming & warm to whoever she's around! Rachel is the most hilarious person and always cracking jokes. It's impossible to be doing anything but belly-laughing when Rachel is around.
Sarah Tacka
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Alaina met through Rachel when they were in high school. When Sarah and Alaina lived together with Meghan and Tierra, the two of them were always sharing clothes and using Sarah's South Moon Under discount to grow their closets! Sarah has the best heart and is always there to offer honest, unbiased advice. Her positivity is contagious, and her ability to recite any early 2000s R&B song is unmatched.
Alyssa Crouse
Bridesmaid
Alaina met Alyssa when she and Alex (Sam's best man) began dating! After spending a few years together in their group of coupled friends, she and Alaina bonded while on a bachelorette trip and have been really close ever since! Alyssa and Alaina share a love for furry snow dogs, all things true crime, and of course, Taylor Swift!
Jamie Buckingham
Bridesmaid
Jamie is also Alaina's cousin and the best listener. When you're talking to Jamie, she always makes you feel like you are the only person in the room. She is incredibly thoughtful and generous, and the absolute best mom to her daughter Ileigh (and her pugs). Jamie is hilarious, fearlessly positive, and always down for a good time!
Tierra Bennett
Bridesmaid
Tierra and Alaina met through Meghan and Rachel when they were in high school. Tierra was always including Alaina when they would get together and such a friendly soul. They worked together for a little while at Red Zone and lived together a few years after college! Tierra's fierce dance moves always brighten up any party, as does her contagious smile!
Kerry Sparks
Bridesmaid
Kerry and Alaina met through the Mercy girls, too! It is impossible not to laugh along side of Kerry because of her infectious laugh. Kerry's honesty and dependable nature make her the best kind of friend. Kerry is an incredible singer, and overall human! She is just as beautiful on the inside as she is on the out!
Meg Bodtmann
Bridesmaid
Meg is Alaina's soon-to-be sister-in-law! Growing up with only brothers, Alaina always wanted a sister, and Meg couldn't be a more perfect fit for their family! Meg lights up the room with her kindness and patience (something she needs to put up with Alaina's brother, Trey!) She really is an angel, and Alaina couldn't have picked out a better person for her brother,! We're so lucky to know, and love Meg!
Alex Crouse
Best Man
Alex and Sam have been friends since middle school when they met through a mutual friend. They both love cars, their furry winter dogs, and video games. Sam was Alex's best man when he married Alyssa last year, and it was an obvious choice when it was Sam's turn; they are each others best friends!
James Flanigan
Groomsman
James and Sam have been friends since high school! They've been working together for the last few years & spend a lot of time together on their long commutes. Sam was also one of James' groomsmen when he was married in May 2022!
A.J. Hayes
Groomsman
A.J. is Alaina's brother, but has become a good friend of Sam's. A.J. is always down for anything and always cracking jokes. AJ is an easy guy to get along with & brings his quick wit everywhere he goes!
Trey Hayes
Groomsman
Trey & Sam have been friends since high school and is the reason we're all celebrating their love in December - Trey introduced Sam & Alaina! Trey invited Alaina to hang out with his friends one night - Sam being one of those friends - and they hit it off! Thanks for the matchmaking, Trey!
Ryan Flanigan
Groomsman
Sam met Ryan in high school through Ryan's older brother James, who is also a groomsman! Ryan's loyalty and kindness is beyond measure as a friend.
Kyle Mealey
Groomsman
Kyle worked with Trey & AJ at Red Zone (a laser tag place) and a bunch of guys would go and play after hours and Sam joined them one night. The rest is history! Kyle was always the host of the pregames when he lived in Towson and Canton, he's a good-time-guy!
Evelyn Wagner
Flower Girl
Evelyn is the daughter of Sam's sister, Audrey. She is so spunky, and always so excited to see Uncle Sam & Aunt Alaina (but her real love is Gilly)!
Gilly Hayes-Risinger
Ring Bearer
Gilly is the dog son of Alaina & Sam. He is the absolute love of their lives, and their day wouldn't be complete without him. He is so cute, silly, and loving!