Wedding Party
Brooklynn
Maid of Honor
Brooklynn has been Ashley's lifelong friend! From ages 9 & 11, we quickly turned from next door neighbors to sisters, spending countless hours (or days...sometimes weeks) with each other and have been with each other through all of life's biggest and smallest moments! I'll never forget the day she came and knocked on my door and asked if I wanted to play. She always knows how to make you laugh but will always tell you how it is, which is something I've desperately needed in my life. She brings out the brightest side of me and I'm soo thankful to have her in my life!
Dakota
Best Man
Dakota (Kody) and Vic have known each other for over 30 years. He's Vic's oldest friend. He may be a short, but you will know when he's around. With a big voice to match his big personality, you'll likely be able to find this guy singin' and dancin' on the dance floor, so if you are looking to cut a rug or get someone out of their shell, this guy can do it! Vic and Kody have gone from jammin' out in the car on long drives to and from CMU to attempting to play golf and now working together at AMTRAK. Kody is always the life of the party so party it up with this guy!!
Brooke
Bridesmaid
High school besties! My ray of sunshine! Junior year, on my way to lunch, I saw Brooke in the hallway. I was by myself; she was by herself. I don't know what came over me, but I said "Brooke, do you want to go to Subway with me?" And she said yes! Looking back on it, that was really out of pocket for me since we really didn't know each other and only spoke during pleasantries in the halls. We bonded over family, relationships, etc. After years of friendships, their wedding, them having their daughter, now our wedding, and everything in between, I truly think she was placed in my life intentionally, and I am so happy I stepped out of my comfort zone and took that opportunity.
John
Groomsman
John is Vic's second longest friendship. Having met in the 4th grade, Vic and John were always finding ways to make all the sports they played a bit more interesting. If you're looking for some of Vic's craziest stories or just someone to add a fun twist to a game, John is your guy. John is also married to another close friend of Vic's, and someone who is also a bridesmaid, Destiny. Please help her if she has to talk Vic and John out of trying something stupid. She'll appreciate it.
Maggie
Bridesmaid
The creator of this all! Maggie used to be Ashley's high school color guard coach! Ashley was 14, Maggie was 19. From teaching me how to toss and point my toes to standing by me at the altar, what a wild ride all these years later! You can read all about the plan Maggie and her husband Rob devised to get Vic and I together in "The Story About Us" bio! Maggie has all the knowledge, and she is quite the conversationist! If you ever want to talk about something, talk to her. If you ever want to know about something, talk to her. She has a whole fresh light and perspective on things, and she gives me a lot of confidence in anything crazy that I'm wanting to get into! Give it up for Maggie!
Rob
Groomsman
Rob, the other half of the brains who set up the celebrated couple, Maggie. Rob and Vic met several years ago on a job site. According to Rob, Vic is the "fastest man alive" and he'd love to tell you all about it. One of Vic's favorite things about Rob and Maggie is how inquisitive they are. If you are looking for good conversation, they are who you want to seek out. They love getting to know people. Fun fact, in a zombie apocalypse, you will likely find Vic and Ashley heading to Rob and Maggie's, Rob is quite the survivalist!
Deseray
Bridesmaid
Deseray (or Desi) is the oldest cousin out of the family. She is like my "big sister" if you will! We have managed to stay close our whole lives! I've always looked up to Deseray, and my youngest memory is sitting in her room with her while teenage Deseray was putting on makeup, and I thought she was the coolestttt! I still think she is the coolest! She is blunt and loud, but goofy and has the most contagious laugh you'll ever hear. She speaks her mind, and that's what I love most about her as an adult! It she gives you the "look," you know you're in trouble!
Neal
Groomsman
Neal and Vic have one of the more interesting stories on how they became such good friends. In Neal's words, "We are just cut from the same cloth broski". They built a friendship through a very expensive hobby/game (Magic, the gathering) but have always been there for each other through thick and thin, they even once went on an adventure through the jungle...juice. Neal is the chillest dude at the party with a big heart and he can get along with everyone.
Liz
Bridesmaid
Cousins through marriage, sisters by heart! Even though Liz and I haven't known each other our whole lives, we quickly became friends and then became family! We always find some sort of adventure to get into! From drinks at the house, impromptu photoshoots, time with the kids, to Liz sitting on the fridge so she can paint around it, we always have the best time together! She is beautiful, wholesome, and so talented, and I'm so lucky to have her in my life!
Bradley
Groomsman
Vic never had any younger siblings, let alone brothers, but he does now! Bradley and Vic have developed a strong relationship over the years. They mostly golf together...well Bradley golfs, but you can usually find Vic playing something a bit more "golf adjacent"...Theres a club involved..., and Vic swings it...but then it looks more like bowling. Vic looks forward to chasing Brad's golf scores for a long time.
Destiny
Bridesmaid
One of the best friendship gains! Destiny has known Vic since right after high school, and I was so lucky to be able to gain such a great friendship with her after we met! My fondest memory is meeting John, Destiny, and their son, Greyson for the first time, just the 5 of us, on New Year's Eve just two weeks after Greyson was born! Her smile is infectious! She is feisty, hardworking, and such a go getter! She is one of the most supportive people to anyone she meets, and especially of us. As she says, "About damn time, Vic!"
Christian
Groomsman
Christian is another new brother Vic is inheriting. Christian is the youngest groomsman, and Vic is incredibly proud of him. It's not often you meet a young man who is so true to himself. He's a talented singer, photographer, and he's actively working on his skills in the ring, this guy can sing you a lullaby while putting you to sleep and then get photo evidence so look out! Christian is soon to be proud member of the US National Guard! A guy with a wide variety of interests, talents and potential he's going as far as he wants in life. Only he can stop him now.