Melissa & Devin
Wedding Party
Heather Cody
Matron of Honor
Aka "Heatha Feta, Fettachini Alfredo." Heather is truly beautiful inside and out. She is incredibly selfless, caring, creative, and intelligent. I can't believe that we both went to the same college and never became friends. Now I know that there was another plan for us. Heather found me and reached out on the first day of grad school orientation. From that night on we were inseparable; spending late nights studying, cooking, and traveling to local vineyards and breweries. She could make living in a box seem like the most fun experience of your life. Heather's life is divided in half with one half being a loving nurturing mom figure, the other half a small child dancing on tables and doing hardcore parkour. My life wouldn't be the same without her.
Nicole Rawnsley
Bridesmaid
AKA "MEATBALL", Nicole and the bride first bonded in graduate school when planning to go on a haunted hay ride. After that day a beautiful friendship trio formed between Nicole, Heather, and the bride. This relationship mostly consisted of Nicole telling jokes and speaking in her own weird Johnston RI accent. Their friendship continued to grow with trips to CT Vineyards, breweries, apple picking, and ski weekends. Nicole will always keep you on your toes with her sense of humor and amazing ability to fall asleep wherever she lies after a few glasses of wine. I know that this special day will be more memorable with you in it.
Melissa Robens
Bridesmaid
AKA "Melissa #2", Melissa and the bride have been best friends for over 26 years. They first met in Kindergarten where they bonded over having the same name. This dynamic duo is forever known as Melissa squared. This led to a lifetime of friendship and memories from growing up together, childhood sleepovers, going to homecomings and proms, and family vacations (never forget whales tale). You'll usually find her lying on the couch or floor being attacked with kisses from any dog, because she's secretly a dog whisperer. I couldn't imagine this day without you.
Samantha Musallam
Bridesmaid
AKA Sammy Baby", the brides beautiful cousin. There were always our ups and downs, especially when Sam was upset that I was "copying" her last name when we were little kids. This woman is truly someone to look up to. She was my best friend growing up and always stood up for me. We got to cheer together through middle school and high school. She is now an amazing wife and mother of 2 beautiful girls seen below as the flower girls for my special day. She is one of the most beautiful, responsible, kind, and selfless people I know. Thank you for being the sister I never had!
Brittany Teleng
Bridesmaid
AKA "Cali Girl", The bride's beautiful best friend from graduate school. You'll know who she is with her long model legs and long California hair. Be careful, her smile may blind you! After being together in graduate school, our friendship has held strong while literally living across the country from each other. You truly know who your real friends are when they go out of their way to fly across the country to see you on your birthday. I'm so grateful that we're still so close and that you'll be by my side on this special day.
Eva Fullin
Bridesmaid
AKA "Baby Blue, the sister of the groom. If any of you know Eva, you know she's way too good and nice to be Devin's sister. She is smart, fun loving, caring, and the only blonde of the bridal party! Do blondes have more fun? We'll have to find out. I love you more than words can describe and I can't wait for you to be my future sister in law!
Scarlett & Aria Musallam
Flower Girl
The bride's beautiful nieces and goddaughter. These two by far will be the life of the party showing off their fun loving nature, excellent dance moves, and singing along to every song word for word.
Mark Nickowal
Best Man
First out of the tunnel is Mr. Mark “The Pitbull” Nickowal. Mark is a true Autumn who loves long days at the beach and walks in the woods. Sorry ladies, but this dream boat is taken, get too close and his wife, Molly will go momma bear on that ***. Mark and Molly are expecting a beautiful baby boy in February so remember to congratulate these amazing parents to be. Mark has been there for me much of my life and I couldn’t imagine this day without his support.
Josh Baker
Groomsman
Leading the team stretch is Josh “Hose Jockey” Baker. Josh is something of a baby brother in arms, once his big brother has made sure the play ground is safe he comes out and shows off all of his shiny new trucks. You may not of guessed it yet but LT. Baker is a fireman, but don’t worry just like a vegan or someone who does CrossFit, he’ll make sure to tell you. Josh has been there through the fun, the bad, and the weird and though he may play with hoses for a living, I’m excited to have him with me to celebrate this special day.
Willy Reich
Groomsman
Pushing his way to the field is Willy “The Animal” Reich. Willy is one of the few men I know who will shot gun a beer then remember to recycle the can. Ladies love a man that cares about the environment. Willy has always been an amazing friend of mine, but I truly knew that this would be a life long friendship when on my 21st birthday he gave me the best gift I have ever received to this day. This is a story only he can tell, but it involves a lot of alcohol, a bath tub, and a carpet cleaner. Ladies you better keep a good eye on this one, because he’s famous for the Irish exit. P.S. Willy I encourage drinking but any hotel damages are your responsibility.
Marcus Hopkins
Groomsman
Stepping up to the coin toss with a blessing and nod to God is Mr. Marcus “The Rev” Hopkins. Marcus has me to thank for his beautiful wife Maddie and his handsome son Isaiah, so obviously he’d be one of my groomsmen. A few years back as a recently single man, Marcus and I hit the wharf to spit a little game. Come the end of the night, it’s just me standing outside a bar waiting for a man who ran off to Chappy with some girl. Okay maybe it wasn’t thanks to me, but I was there. The moment Marcus saw a beautiful woman with tattoos it was like a moth to a flame. I couldn’t be happier to have Marcus and his family with us as we take the leap.
Colby Balboni
Groomsman
Ready to kick the ball off is Colby “The Prodigal Son” Balboni. The brother of the groom and the favorite of three children (We all know it's true). Colby is the youngest in the line up at 19, but he’s got spunk. I knew growing up while watching him ride a skateboard into a wall head first repetitively that this kid was destined for great things. Colby won’t be old enough to drink so he will be relying on everyone else to spike the punch bowl. Melissa and I are excited that we can share this day with you.
Jeffrey Wade
Groomsman
Stepping into the huddle is the transfer student that seems a little too interested in the coaches playbook, Jeffrey “Double Agent” Wade. The cousin who is like a brother to the bride. He’s a man who likes to party, but we need to be careful of who he’s actually working for. Jeff still hasn’t forgiven me for not including him in the engagement, (I was under a lot of stress, and organizing both her parents and friends was like chasing puppies) so we need to fix that. I consider Jeff a friend and my hope is that through this bachelor party we can create a traumatizing memory that will forever haunt and bond us. You being a groomsman in this wedding means the world to Melissa and I.