Lindsay & Justin
Our Wedding Party
Maximillian Mojo Morse
Officiant
Since he was at their first date (and Kristin too!), Lindsay and Justin could think of no one better to help them tie the knot. Justin & Max have been good friends since the day he arrived in Boston. Justin and Max have traveled the globe together from Munich, Germany for Oktoberfest to watching Funny Duck win them money at the Kentucky Derby. Lindsay also got to see Max in his glory at the second round of Oktoberfest. All of their adventures together come with lots of good food, good friends, laughs, and great memories. There will be a veggie platter with his name on it at the reception!
Stephanie Grey
Matron of Honor
She's definitely known Lindsay the longest! From when they were 2 and 4 and Lindsay played hair dresser (sorry about the resulting bowl cut) to the angst of the teenage years while sharing a bedroom to the strong career woman and mother she is today, Lindsay knows that there is no one other than Steph who should be standing next to her on her wedding day.
Ashley Shimizu
Maid of Honor
After meeting at their first job out of college, Lindsay and Ashley quickly became fast friends. From traveling to soccer leagues to 5ks to breweries, they were almost always doing something together. Even with Ashley now living on the other side of the continent, video chats have allowed them to stay as close as always. Ashley has put up with Lindsay's antics for years and has learned the hard way not to let Lindsay close the tab or they're definitely getting another round!
Robyn Miller
Bridesmaid
Robyn and Lindsay met in the 5th grade and despite being in different home rooms, they quickly became, as the kids said then, BFFs. From bad fashion choices involving Hot Topic during middle school to prom dress shopping to impromptu "camping" in the woods on the weekends in high school, they've been through may ups and downs together; all of which have served to bring them even closer. Lindsay and Robyn definitely did not use each other as a sleepover location to go to parties instead Mom and Dad ;)
Shannon Kelley
Bridesmaid
Since pre K Shannon has been Lindsays steadiest friend. It didn't matter how long it had been since they'd caught up, each chat or lunch date was like no time had passed at all. It helps the Mr. Kelley and Mr. Zuidema also happen to be besties and they hear updates from them often before hearing it from each other. Exhibit A: after Shannon's recent engagement, she made sure to text Lindsay ASAP so she could tell her before her dad did, sure enough the text came through from Lindsay's dad only 20 minutes later!
Leigh Handschuh
Bridesmaid
Lindsay and Leigh have known each other since 5th grade, but it wasn't until the two women from western MA moved to Boston that they really grew close. Their dinner dates served as a way for them to connect both to the past and to their current situations and allowed them to always explore new restaurants and neighborhoods around the city. They were both always ready to try new things and supported each other through the transition to city folk.
Christina Tarr
Bridesmaid
When Lindsay and Christina first met at Christina's first job after her move to Boston, she thought Lindsay was, ahem, kind of a bitch. And if you didn't know, that's the initial impression that means the friendship is going to be a strong one! After a few lunches together they realized that they both had so much in common. Both loved trying new places, traveling, wine, independence, and good, low key, down to earth people. They've since held 3 more jobs at different companies together (biotech is a small world, especially in Boston!) and have only grown closer over the years. From colleagues to bridesmaids, they have seen it all together and are excited to support each other through the next chapters of life!
Lizzie Alden
Bridesmaid
Lizzie and Lindsay met through Christina. During their 20s (and 30s, let's be serious) in Boston, Lizzie, Ashley, Lindsay and Christina were pretty much inseparable most weekends. From concerts to harbor cruises to bar crawls to wine nights at home, there was never a dull moment. Lizzie and Lindsay nights usually ended at Lizzie's with her now husband James making them tea and lapsing into belly laughs about how the night had gone. Be sure to ask about the time Lindsay convinced her to go see the Dropkick Murphys one St. Patrick's Day weekend. While a blast in the end, it didn't go quite as planned!
Christopher Wszalek
Best Man
I could say a lot about Chris, enough to fill a book, but I will keep this one short and to the point. Chris has been my best friend and brother since I can remember having thoughts. Chris, Scott and myself spent every second together in the summers and Chris was always our babysitter. From the days of playing sock hockey in his basement through all of the ridiculous times at Alfred and beyond Chris has always been there for me like a big brother should be. I couldn't ask for a better person to be standing next to me!
Scott Wszalek
Best Man
Scotty is also my brother from another mother. For as long as I can remember it has always been myself, Chris & Scotty or as everyone liked to call him Scotty High Voice. Me and Scott have always been as close as brothers could be and of course with both of us having short Polish tempers we have been in more than one argument but we always seem to work it out pretty fast. From Buffalo to Boston and now to San Fran me and Scotty have always stayed best friends and brothers and like Chris I couldn't imagine where I would be without him.
Joseph Boccio
Groomsman
Where to start with Joey. He has been one of my best friends since the day I first met him at Depew High School. He is definitely one of the goofiest people I have ever met and he always keeps you on your toes. We have had more than a number of great times, from playing video games in his dad's basement to Joe sleeping on my couch for an entire week at Fredonia. Joe has had many nicknames in our friend group through the years but my favorite will always be the Bronzeadanous if you don't know just ask him! P.S. never call him Joe Croccio.
Ryan Heller
Groomsman
I will start with my favorite Heller quote "But Ryyy Ryyy I want some water". I can't say that Heller was a big fan of me in the early years. Eventually I won him over with my charm and stupid demeanor. Ej, Heller and myself lived together on Elmwood Ave for a year and my those were some good times. From Slick Willy's Thirty Thursday's, to Chip Strip Bar Crawls and our season tickets to for the Bills "the dark years" we have been great friends.
Ej Furlani
Groomsman
Mine and Ej's friendship started out with his cousin Rob introducing us at a friends house. If you see Ej please ask him to tell you the full story it is probably one of my favorite stories of all time. Ever since that day we have been very close friends. We were roommates for a year in downtown Buffalo where basically every weekend was a party (some of my favorite memories were in our Elmwood apartment with Ej, Heller and of course Dre). Ej is also probably one of the smartest dudes I know, if you don't believe me play him in a round of trivial pursuit.
Julian Chubb
Groomsman
I became friends with Julian when I moved to Boston in 2014. When I really knew we were going to get along great was way back in the summer of 2014 when he came to my apartment in Brighton and we went out to Tavern in the square (TITS) and were ripping jägerbombs all night. We lived together for 3 years, 2 of which were at 75 Cedar Street were we threw some pretty epic parties. We have also been travel buddies for multiple years visiting many different states and countries. Nobody puts down a stein like Julian Chubb.
Andrew Zappala
Groomsman
I lived with Andrew for 2 years at the infamous 75 Cedar Street where we hosted many a party together; from the Catalina Wine Mixer to the July in Christmas parties. We have played on many different dodgeball, flag football and softball teams together and the Thunderducks always prevailed. One thing I can count on Andrew for is always a good laugh (mostly from his ridiculous antics). There is legend that Andrew & Max had quite a streak at beer pong put together but it all came crashing to an end-if you see him ask him who ended that glorious streak.
Sophie Lynn Wszalek
Flower Girl
The sassy daughter of Best Man Chris Wszalek and his wife Jessica Wszalek, she was actually the one who told Justin and Lindsay they loved each other before they did. They had only been dating a few months when the Wszalek family made a visit to Boston. Sophie was sitting on the couch with them on either side, hooked a little arm around both of their necks, brought their heads together and goes "DO YOU LOVE EACH OTHER? OK NOW KISS!" Cue the low key panic for them both; while they were thinking it, they had yet to verbalize their feelings! Sophie is so excited to see her handiwork in action and will look adorable with her little sister Ava leading the bride down the aisle.
Ava Grace Wsazlek
Flower Girl
The second daughter of Chris & Jess Wszalek. This curly blonde daredevil loves to sing and dance to her Disney favorites. You will find her running around the dance floor in the thick of everything!
Austin Zuidema
Ring Bearer
Sporty and daring, this crazy kid never backs down from anything, especially not climbing higher than he should up a tree. He'll try anything once (except pizza, I swear he's related to me!) and most things twice. He has recently approved the marriage based primarily on the fact that Justin can juggle. Watch out ladies, this guy will steal your heart!
Cameron Grey
Ring Bearer
Lover of Daniel Tiger, tea (and sometimes salsa), parties with his dog Scooby Doo, and long naps just like his mom, this guy will give Justin a run for his money as most handsome guy of the day! Be sure to ask him about the mail man!