Sarah & JD
Wedding Party
Kara Murdock
Maid of Honor
There are times when soulmates present themselves through friendship. When two hearts connect from the root without ever needing to explain how or why. Kara is Sarah's best friend, confidant, counselor, and much more. They have shared every major event in their lives together since middle school. The two have been on many adventures together. They've gone on Chizum & Murdock family vacations, mission trips to Mexico, vacationed in Hawaii, and more recently went to Disney World together. Kara is a loved extension of the Chizum family. She's attended countless Chizum holidays throughout the years. Sarah & Kara are so unbelievably bonded they have both accidentally called each other by their own names (true story). Sarah admires Kara for her dependability and outgoing personality.
Cody Mitchell
Best Man
JD and Cody met in high school when Cody transferred from North Putnam to Greencastle High School his Senior year. The two first became friends on the soccer field. They became true friends when they lived in Muncie together during college years. One of JD's favorite memories with Cody was from their time as roommates. It was when they created a make-shift flame thrower, with Pam cooking spray and a lighter, and sprayed it under their other roommate's door. They both enjoy spending time cheering on their favorite team, Liverpool. Nowadays, they coach boy's soccer at Greencastle High School and make a great team. JD is thankful for Cody's wisdom (beyond his years) and loyal friendship.
Ellery Diaz
Bridesmaid
Sarah & Ellery met at Ball State. According to Ellery the two met prior to college at BSU Art Department Portfolio Day as Seniors in high school. Sarah has no recollection of this. Sarah remembers first seeing Ellery in their first year Art Edu. class. Sarah shyly waved at Ellery several times in passing and Ellery never waved back, later claiming she didn't notice. Sarah heard Ellery was a twin so she assumed she was waving to the wrong person. Turned out Ellery is not an identical twin! The two enjoy laughing about this rough start to a decade strong friendship. They became very close friends when Ellery lived at the Chizum's family home for a Summer. Ellery is admired by Sarah for her loyalty and authenticity. She is a truly cherished friend.
John Sims
Groomsman
John is JD's younger brother. They didn't always get along as youngsters, but did become good friends when they stopped trying to beat each other up as adults. JD has many memories with John, but his favorite would be when he and John Davies ran John over with his bicycle (John D. on the back).... Fortunately, their brotherly bond could not be broken. As adults they share a love for video games, board games, and other nerdy stuff. JD admires John for his honesty, knowledge, and good character.
Miranda Wagner
Bridesmaid
Miranda and Sarah met at Ball State University during our intro to Ceramics class. The first time Sarah invited Miranda to hang out outside of classes, Miranda declined because she was dying fabric with beet juice (lame excuse, but it was the truth!) Miranda and Sarah share a passion for gardening and enjoy an annual trip to the local greenhouse each spring to fill their car with plants to take home and pop in the ground. Miranda is such a sweet friend to play in the dirt with. Sarah admires Miranda for her courageous and adventurous spirit.
Joel Bottom
Groomsman
JD and Joel met back in grade school. They started to become good friends in late middle school through making short films with their friend Andy Mitchell. They labeled themselves as "Snoogalicious Productions." JD and Joel carried their love of videography into college with them. They both were roommates and majored in Telecommunications at Ball State University. The two share so many great memories together, but JD's favorite would have to be the time spent with Joel during the Summer after Freshman year of college. JD admires Joel for his keen sense of humor and as a creative partner.
Natalie Kowalk
Bridesmaid
Sarah and Natalie met through Ball State University's Art Department. Natalie and Sarah had several classes together Sophomore year and found that they enjoyed each other's company. The two decided they would be roommates the following year. Sarah and Natalie had a blast as roommates at Ball State. They share MANY ridiculous, humorous, and wonderful memories from college. Natalie quickly became "family" to Sarah while at BSU. Although Natalie now lives states away in Colorado, the two will most certainly remain dear friends the rest of their lives. Lasting friendships like this are so treasured. Sarah admires Natalie for her humor, story-telling ability, and determination.
Jon Davies
Groomsman
JD and Jon met early in life at pre-school. Jon was JD's very first friend. They have shared a love of music, movies, and reminiscing about past times. JD enjoys looking back on their family trips to Holiday World, their times together in their high school band, and jammin' at the Grumme's house. JD is thankful for their lasting friendship and admires Jon's goofiness, loyalty, and hilarious "Jon noises."