Wedding Party
Cherie Matheson
Matron of Honor
I have known Cherie for about 6-7 years now. We met in one of the hardest times of my life and we very quickly bonded over wine and crochet. We love to laugh and cry together and have a shared love for God and his love of his people. When I need someone to turn to about the things I'm struggling with, I know that I can always turn to Cherie and she will be right there for me with zero judgement. Cherie has seen me through many ups and downs in my life, divorce, breakups, and ultimately is the very reason for bringing us all together today. She introduced Zach and I together and the rest is history. I told her after just the third date that I knew he was the one whom my soul was meant to love forever and that I would wait as long as it took to marry him. Thank you for being my soul sister, my sister in Christ, and the person that I know I can go months without talking to and nothing will change between us. You are truly and absolutely one of a kind, and I'm HONORED to have you be a part of our very special day. <3
Sophie Franklin
Bridesmaid
I have known Sophie since High School. From goofing off in our pre-calculus class, to you teaching me the fine art of nair hair removal, you and I have been through it ALL. You have seen the widest spectrum of human emotions with me, and I have watched you grow into a mom, wife and caretaker over the years. I know that no matter what happens I can always turn to you and you will be there to listen. I can text you to complain, cry or laugh and you will do it right back with me. As we navigate this crazy thing called life it has been such a blessing to have a friend who is always there to turn to. I am so blessed to have you here to support me in the year leading up to and on our big day! Thank you for all of the love and support you have always shown me in being my friend and chosen sister. <3
Kristen Schoonover
Bridesmaid
I have known Kristen for about 3 years now as I have gotten to know and fall in love with Zach. You are the absolute best sister-in-law that I could ask for. You are kind, thoughtful, compassionate, and empathetic. You give and love with your entire heart and I love that Leo, as well as Zach and I's future children will get to experience that from their Aunt. I have had the blessing to get to know you and your heart and see the type of person that Zach grew up with as a sibling. And while you and he were definitely typical siblings in your arguments and fights, I hear far more stories of your monthly siblings dates as adults. Meeting up in Indy once a month to grab dinner and stay in touch. I see you go out of your way to help people you have brought into your circle of friends/family constantly. I feel honored and blessed to be accepted and welcomed into your circle of family. I love you and your growing family with all that I am. Even before I was officially engaged to your family, I love your family like my own. <3
James Ainsworth
Best Man
Best father, best friend, best man! Always there for you when you need him. A role model you can look up to.
James Carter
Groomsman
James is a trustworthy and honest friend you can always count on.
Aaron McLaughlin
Groomsman
No matter how long it’s been since we’ve talked or hung out, we never skip a beat!