Wedding Party
Mallory Wilson
Maid of Honor
Mallory and I have known each other since before either of us can remember. Born two months apart, we have been through every phase of life together. Every bit of dark, every bit of joy, I can guarantee Mallory was there. She’s full of chaos, of love, of laughter. Hell or high water, we’ll still be laughing about the same inside jokes from handbells, way longer back than a girl would care to remember. I don’t even think I gave her a choice about being my maid of honor – attached at the hip is an understatement.
Jarrod Swanson
Best Man
I don’t remember when Jarrod and I met. Mostly because I wasn’t quite three years old, and those days are foggy. The following couple decades, however, have been an absolute privilege. My brother is an incredibly kind, considerate person with more integrity than most, and who can make me laugh more than any. Sibling rivalry made us as thick as thieves and I’m honored to have him by my side for this incredible day, as he has been our whole lives, because he truly is the Best Man.
Hope Huban
Maid of Honor
Hopie – my sunshine, flower child, full of joy and honey blossoms. I consider myself quite a practical person, but meeting Hope forced me into believing in twin flames. Hope is that dance party in the middle of your living room, celebrating just being alive. (A common occurrence when we’re together). Hope has made me a better person, more caring, more cautious, more joyful – it’s the rare kind of friendship that feels like I’ve always known her. I don’t think I could do this without her, so I’m over the moon she said she’d be my maid of honor.
Jason Jackson
Groomsman
Jason and I met in passing several times, pendulum-like, until our friendship found itself unwavering. There are few people I trust as much as him, not only in confidence and to have my back but to also be a good man when it counts the most. To have him stand with me on this day and any other is truly a gift.
Frances Campbell
Bridesmaid
When I was little, I used to pray every night for a little brother or sister. God took his sweet time, but Frances was worth every prayer. My sweet little baby sister, 10 years younger, is full of sass and giggles. She’s wise beyond her years (and cool beyond them too). Couldn’t imagine walking down the aisle without Frances at my side.
Ian George
Groomsman
Ian and I met on a night he dared to taste every cocktail on the menu and he has a heart with double that capacity. His kindness and interest is never dimmed by a bad day, and he’s shown that to me on every great and horrible day I’ve had since we’ve met. It is a treasure to be able to count on him on the best day of my life so far.
Harleigh Burtis
Bridesmaid
Harleigh and I met in Intermediate Accounting, fearing death, expecting the worst. What I didn’t know is that’s how I’d meet one of the funniest people I’ve ever met. I truly think there’s no issue in this world I wouldn’t feel better after talking with Harleigh about it over a sour or a bottle of wine. She’s spectacularly genuine, kind, and fun to a fault. From a Tues/Thurs. accounting course, I’m lucky that we made it through, together, as we do each new chapter.
Chris Kayel
Groomsman
Chris and I met when his ID said he was twenty-one. He has always been fiercely loyal, and extends that to every single person he calls a friend. He doesn’t hesitate to stand up for anyone, even if it’s to him or herself, and I’m fortunate to have someone who will always look out for me in my corner for such a monumental occasion.
Liana Hengst
Bridesmaid
Liana, in AP LIT, complimented my Cage the Elephant bracelet. I don’t know that either of us could have imagined the friendship we grew from there. Some friends, when you move, you fear you’ll grow apart with the goodbyes. Liana and I have always just said “See you later!” – we always do. From coffee dates in high school, to lunch dates in college, to dinner parties beyond – how could I possibly throw a (admittedly, somewhat exaggerated) dinner party without her by my side?
Jack Ransdell
Groomsman
Jack and I met in high school, and I owe the self-confidence I have today to that friendship. He helped me learn to drive a manual, he was my first roommate, and my right hand man in every great bad idea we chased. I’m so grateful that more than ten years later he’s going to be there for one of my best ideas.
Morgan Morrison
Bridesmaid
The most descriptive story is when a teacher thought Morgan was going to get her “Mrs. Degree”, underestimating her, and we spent the rest of the period extolling the tax benefits of MFJ. Through thick and thin, I’ve had Morgan to complain or celebrate with. A true, supportive friend – It doesn’t matter how much time passes between seeing her, it always feels like we’ve never missed a beat. I’m so excited that my sweet friend will be a part of our wedding party.
Michael Meadows
Groomsman
Michael and I became friends on a picnic table, pondering life in our wise age of sixteen. He has always been a confidant and an inspiration— he has pursued every dream he’s had and driven me to do the same. I thought he was a rockstar long before he was one, and I’m elated to have him there to see a dream of mine come true.
Caroline Sexton
Bridesmaid
Caroline is the sun to my moon. We were the same major, same year, same sorority, same name – yet we couldn’t be more different. She inspires me with how brave, how elegant she stands against the tides of life. I stood by her side the day of her wedding – then met the love of my life. Spending time with Caroline makes your soul smile, like that passing scent of a cherished childhood memory. She strives not just to know you, but to understand, to feel, to be there. I’m delighted she will be there, by my side, on such an important day.
Matt Greenberg
Groomsman
Matt was among the first people I met when I moved to New York and we became lifelong friends in our first conversation. Ever supportive and never pandering, there isn’t anything I couldn’t share with him. Bones isn’t just a doctor, he’s an incredible friend, and I know he’ll be there until the end of the line.