Shannon & Shawn
Wedding Party
Tracy McGraw
Matron of Honor
Tracy is not only one of my older sisters but I am so lucky to also call her my best friend. She has been there for me since I was born and our bond has only grown stronger over the years. I would be lost in this world without her and am so blessed for our friendship today. Tracy and I have shared so many amazing memories over the years, from us tandem bike riding around Coronado to our 8 minute abs, to our snowboarding trip to Big Bear. We have always shared a special bond and I look up to her so much. She has been there for me during in the toughest times, the good times and soon to be the best times! I am so excited and honored to have her standing next to me on my wedding day. I could imagine it any other way. Thank you Tracy for all you do for me and Shawn and I love you so much!
Andy Coates
Best Man
Andy and I became friends in high school as we played sports together and had many mutual friends. After high school we shared a similar path and headed to San Diego State where we became roommates and lived together for many years. During our college days Andy and I built a strong friendship and would do everything together from going to concerts, sporting events, parties, wiffle ball in the front yard, hanging out on the local beaches and several other everyday shenanigans. If you need to know anything about sports, music or Saved By the Bell trivia he is your guy! Throughout the years I have seen Andy grow as a person and become an amazing high school teacher. Andy is a loyal, dependable, brutally honest and the most genuine person i know and i am honored to call him my best friend.
Jennifer
Matron of Honor
What can I say about my beautiful sister Jen. She has paved the way for me in more ways then one, from the college we all love and cheer on (Fight On!) to careers I have tried (ADP). She has always been someone I admire to be like and is always performing at “varsity level”. She is one of my best friends and I am so thankful for the close relationship I have with her. Jen and Wayne are always a couple Shawn and I love to spend time with. Our times together are always filled with yummy food and tons of laughter. She has also blessed me with my two beautiful nieces, Sydney and Chloe and my one stud muffin nephew, Colton (Coltie Pie). I don't know where I would be without her and I am so lucky to have her as one of my Matron of Honors standing up there with me on my big day! I love you
Todd McGraw
Groomsman
I met Todd through our mutual friend Paul back in the early 2000's. Evan and I lived next door to Paul and when Todd would come over to visit him we would all hang out. Through the years our friendship continued to grow and one thing i learned quickly was that Todd is a one of a kind type of guy. For some of you that don't know Todd is extremely passionate about San Diego sports and will only cheer for the home team, so please don't get him started about the Chargers. Another thing i learned about Todd is he has a huge heart and would do anything for the people he loves. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have Todd as a friend and now my Brother-n-law. Because of Todd and Tracy i was able to meet the Love of my life and will always be grateful for that.
Samantha
Bridesmaid
Samantha is my beautiful little sister. The day she was born, I was so happy because I could finally say I was a big sister. I was so excited to have a little sister and I always loved every chance I got to watch her and my little brother Max. We have had so many fun times over the years, but one that stands out the most to me was when she was living at my moms. I came up for the weekend and we went out on the town of Brea together. We started at the infamous dive bar, Shady Nook with a few of my high school friends. I really wanted to show her the ropes. Let's just say it turned into a night of bonding only sisters can truly understand. I am just so happy that she is one of my bridesmaids standing up there with me on my wedding day. I love you little sister!
Evan Coates
Groomsman
Evan is Andy's brother and through the years has become not only a great friend, but also a brother to me as well. Evan and I grew close after high school and have enjoyed many hilarious experiences together. After college we became roommates living in Mission beach, Pacific beach and in Mission Valley on the famous "Laurreta Street" where there wasn't a moment we weren't laughing or having a great time. Evan has a great passion for his family, music, sports and is honestly the most sincere person i have ever met. Evan has a heart of gold and I am truly honored to have him as a friend, a brother, and standing by me on my wedding day.
Melissa
Bridesmaid
Melissa has been one of my best friends since 7th grade. We have literally grown up together. We have shared such a special connection that not even distance can weaken. We have spent so many fun times and memories together. From the trips I have taken up north to visit her and her family or when she comes down to visit me in San Diego and spends the weekend with Shawn and I. I don't know where I would be without her and our daily calls or our Face-time with Noah and now Olivia. We have literally talked about and dreamed about our weddings since we were little girls and now it is finally my turn!!! And it wouldn't be the same without her up there next to me. I can't thank you enough for all the calls, and text over these last 10 months. You are the best and I can't thank you enough!
Jason Banda
Groomsman
Jason and I became friends when i was in college. We had many mutual friends and would find ourselves hanging out at the same events. When i found out Jason loved sports as much as i did we became inseparable. We would have our NFL Sunday fundays and watch baseball every time a Dodger or White Sox game was on. Basically, we would watch any sporting event as long there was a beer involved. One of my favorite things to do with Jason is celebrate his birthday every year in Las Vegas while March Madness for college basketball is on. We have had millions of laughs together, but the reason i love Jason is because he has always been there for me when i needed him most. Jason is an amazing friend and i look forward to many more laughs and memories. Thanks for being there for me one more time!
Melanie
Bridesmaid
Melanie and I have been friends since we were in High School. We have shared so many memories together like her 16th birthday, slipping in the rain outside of Yard house (maybe alcohol was involved), our Parker trips, 12 hours in a spa (Melanie's toe ring disintegrated), to even experienced an earthquake together in the spa., yes we like spas! LOL We always have the best times together and I am so happy to call her one of my best friends. She is one of the most caring and genuine people. She has the biggest heart and I am so happy that she will be there next to me on my wedding day. I know our friendship will last a lifetime and I am so thankful for the honest, and fun loving relationship we share. Thanks for always being there for me, I can't thank you enough.
Andy Litteral
Groomsman
Lit and I met in high school by playing sports and hanging out with the same group of friends. We played basketball together, but he went on to excel at football and baseball as well. Some of my favorite memories in college was watching him play baseball for SDSU, just ask him how he liked his cheering section. Lit has always been a super competitive person and would want to wrestle or challenge you to a 40 yard dash no matter where we were hanging out. From high school, through college, and even now we have always remained close and found time to hang out with one another. LIt has always been a reliable, trustworthy, authentic friend and I am grateful to have Andy in my life. It has been a joy to watch him become an amazing father and husband to his family.
Sydney
Jr. Bridesmaid
What can I say about my sweet, beautiful, smart 11 year old niece. You changed my life the day you were born and made me an auntie. We have shared so many special times, I am so thankful to have you in my life and I can't wait to see you continue to grow into the young lady you are. One that stands out is all the fun times we have shared at Disneyland. I loved giving you your first lanyard with pins, going around trading them, and always buying a special one to remind us of that day. I love watching you experience life and all the new things you have going on like soccer, piano, acting in so many amazing plays, and student council. You make me so proud everyday and I can't wait to experience my wedding with you. You are going to make one beautiful Jr. Bridesmaid and I can't wait!!!
Jason Clements
Groomsman
Jason and I first met in the 7th grade as we were both new kids to Temecula. We shared the same passion for sports and both played throughout high school. After high school Jason left on a scholarship to play college baseball and was eventually drafted by the Major leagues where he continued to live his dream. When Jason moved back to San Diego to start his next chapter in life I introduced him to the medical device industry where we would end up working together and begin our careers. Not only did Jason become my work teammate, but also my golf partner and IPA drinking buddy. Its been a pleasure watching Jason be a great father to his children and live life to the fullest. I cherish our friendship, mini vacations with our ladies and look forward to many more laughs and memories.
Chloe
Flower Girl
Chloe is my beautiful, loving, kind little niece. She lights up every room when she walks in especially now with her missing two front teeth! Chloe reminds me of myself when I was a little girl. She is even playing with my old barbie dolls, you will always find her on the dance floor, right next to me. Chloe is going to make a beautiful flower girl and I am so happy to have her share in my special day. I know I will cherish these photos for years to come until one day she is getting married and I get to watch her watch down the aisle all over again. I love you Chloe and I can't wait to share this day with you!
Paul and Christy Serao
Father and Mother of the Groom
Thank you to my parents for always supporting me through all my chapters in life and teaching me right from wrong. For being there for EVERY practice and game when i was growing up, for relentlessly pushing me through college when times were tough and for standing by me as I figured out life as a young adult. I am excited for you to witness me marry the love of my life and I hope you are proud of the man I have become. I love you more than anything and value the life lessons you have taught me growing up and I appreciate everything you have done for me. Dad, you have always been my hero and Mom you have always been my #1 fan and I cant explain to you how awesome that has made me feel. I am grateful to have you both as my parents and cant wait to cherish the many memories to come.
Colton
Ring Bearer
Coltie Pie you are the apple of my eye. You are such a stud and I know you are going to make that walk down the aisle so memorable. I can't wait to see it! I love everything about you from your name and the special meaning behind it, to all your boyish energy you bring to our family filled with so many girls. Shawn and I love you so much! I can't wait to continue to watch you grow and see what this world has in store for you. I love you! P.S please keep my ring safe!
Julie, Scott, Jeremy and Matt
Shawn's sister and Brother-in-law and Nephews
To my sister, brother-in-law and nephews I love you all more than you know. Julie, you are so special to me and I am thankful to have you as my sister. We have come a long way from when you use to beat up the neighborhood kids after I would pick a fight and run away. I love the women you are and know you would still have my back today. Scott, you were my first brother and I admire the man you have been for my sister and the great role model you have been for your boys. Matt and Jeremy, it has been exciting watching you two grow through the years. Matt, I miss the days of you going to basketball practice with me when I was in high school and Jeremy being the most loving little boy ever. I am so excited to see what the future holds for you two and if you ever need me I am always here.
Jackie
Mother of the Bride
What can I say about my mom, the lady who has done and given me everything. You are truly the most selfless person I know and you have always given your all to me and my sisters and now your grandbabies. You truly are the best momma! I only hope to be half as good of a mom as you have been to us. Shawn and I can't thank you enough for all you have done for us during this wedding planning process. Thank you for being my rock and thank you for being the only one who deserves to walk me down the aisle. You truly deserve this moment as much as I do! You raised me and my 2 sisters as a single mom and I know it could not have always be easy but through it all I knew you were always there for us! You are truly the most beautiful, loving mom and I can't thank you enough or love you more!
Everly
Flower Girl
Everly is my adorable, sassy, funny, energetic almost 3 year old niece! I have loved living so close to you and being able to see you as often as we do. Everly and I have such a special relationship but especially her love for her "uncle Shawnee". Everly is going to make the cutest flower girl and I can't wait to see her in her dress. It will be such a special moment and pictures I will cherish forever. I love you Everly and thank you for bringing so much joy to our lives.