Sydney & Patrick
Wedding Party
Cayla Learman
Maid of Honor
Cayla and I have only known each other for a couple of years but she is literally my other half. We met through a mutual friend and the rest is history! She has all the sass, humor, love and fun that I do. I know in any situation she has my back but also I know she will call me out when I need it. Her and Patrick get along amazingly, always making each other laugh! She has been so supportive through our entire relationship. She has been a HUGE part in helping me plan and I couldn't thank her enough for everything she has done/will do.
Andy Aguirre
Best Man
I first met Andy wandering the hallowed halls of Cary-Grove High School as a freshmen trying to find my own way in the world. Initially, Andy was just a passing acquaintance. I had no idea at the time that our friendship would grow and develop into what it is today. Andy and I have been through a lot together, through these ups and downs, we grown and matured into the friends we are today. On the day I met him, I would've never thought I would be able to call him my best friend, let alone my best man. I am not only thankful that he is a part of our special day but I am thankful for the relationship that Sydney and Andy have developed, and I am excited for him to be a part of our lives for years to come.
Courtney Budek
Matron of Honor
Courtney was my Big sister in my sorority. She has been there for the good times and the bad. I wouldn't be the woman I am today without her, I also wouldn't have become a social worker if it wasn't for her. She has been the big sister I never had. We laugh together, we can be ourselves and we can be raw with each other. Even though we are hundreds of miles away I know she is always there for me. She kicks my butt when needed and loves me always and I couldn't ask for a better friend.
Antonio Hernandez
Groomsman
Antonio and I met our sophomore year of high school in study hall and we connect because he had already met my family through boy scouts. We have become great friends and he has proven to be a good reliable person. He has helped me through some difficult times. I can't speak for him, but when it is just Sydney, myself and Antonio it never feels awkward and we always have so much fun. I know at the end of the day Antonio always has my back.
Kellen Sauer
Bridesmaid
I have known Kellen since the day she was born! We have always fought and loved like sisters. I know at the end of the day she's going to tell me what I need to hear even if it's not easy and I do the same for her. We have been through everything together, childhood, middle school, high school, college, and adulthood. Even though we have never lived in the same town (and sometimes even the same state) every time we see each other it is like no time has past. I love her like the sister I never had and like sisters we always have too much fun when we are together! I love her to the moon and back!
Luke Jenner
Groomsman
I've known Luke since the day he wander down the hill into my parents back yard on Hillhurst when we were three years old. We have stayed friends through all these years despite different obstacles in our lives. We may not talk everyday but I know Luke will always be there no matter what life throws at me. I am excited to have him be a part of our special day so many years later.
Nicole Kunz
Bridesmaid
I have only gotten to know Nicole these last four years but even though it has been such a short time we have gotten very close. She has a kind heart, and beautiful spirit. I feel like she is the little sister I never had, and I cannot wait to call her my future sister in law. We have had many laughs, tears and memories together. I am very happy she is able to be apart of our special day because I know she not only loves me but loves her big brother so very much.
Nick D'Andrea
Groomsman
When I first started dating Sydney I always heard stories about the ridiculous outfits her brother wore. Since then I have learned that there is more to Nick then his Zubaz pants. Since then I have come to call Nick a good friend. Through our friendship I have learned we have a lot in common the most important trait being the ability annoy Sydney. Irritating Sydney together has been a lot of fun but through this I have learned that we both love football, video games, memes, beer and unhealthy food. I couldn't ask for a better future brother in law.
Megan Hamilton
Bridesmaid
Megan started dating my brother my junior year of college. I have always had a connection with her because we are both sassy, blunt and funny. We may bump heads from time to time but we get each other on every level. I couldn't ask for a better "future sister in law". She has always supported and loved Patrick and I and I couldn't ask for anything else. Cannot wait to celebrate and enjoy our special day with Megan by our side.
Dave Robinson
Groomsman
I haven't known Dave as long as my other Groomsmen but the short time I have known him I feel like we have developed a great friendship. We met each other at an unforgettable (or forgettable) party at Kellen's mom's house in McHenry and the rest is history. I am so excited to have Dave be part of our special day and I know that our friendship is just going to grow stronger from here on out.
Mariana Rockwell
Bridesmaid
What do I begin to say about Mariana. I have known her since 5th grade when we both took an eduiqute class together and we both ate two pieces of cake when we were supposed to take one (forshadowing). We have had our share of ups and downs. As we both say "we have seen ourselves at our ugliest" and I wouldn't have wanted to take a 400 question MySpace quiz with anyone else. Mari gets me at my weirdest and I am thankful to call her not only a friend but a bridesmaid.
Sarah Oswalt
Bridesmaid
Sarah Rose, I have idolized her since 8th grade. I don't have a single memory from high school that doesn't consist of eating pasta out of her family fridge, annoying her siblings, or drinking iced cold water out of mugs in her kitchen. The Oswalt household has welcomed me in as a fifth child since the time I met her. We have had many ups and downs bur always came out on top. She loves Patrick and I so much and I couldn't ask for anything less.
Matt Casella
Officiant
We have both known Matt since high school. I (Sydney) used to hang out with him a lot my freshmen year. Both Pat and I thought of him as a nice guy that we probably wouldn't see again after graduation. My brother however became close with Matt through his Rugby team in college. We started getting close with my brother which in turn got us closer to Matt. Matt offered to marry us one day in our parents kitchen and we thought why the hell not! and Matt accepted. To this day it is still crazy to think a guy we have known since high school is going to marry us but also we couldn't see it any other way. Also we'd like to make a shout out to Rachel (his girlfriend) for keeping him on track to become an officiant.
Shannon Sauer
Flower Girl
Shannon is Kellen's baby sister, so just like Kellen I have known Shan since the day she was born! I have watched her grow up into the sassy, loving, funny girl she is today! Shannon is shy at first so I wasn't sure how her and Patrick would get along but they hit it off right away! This was actually the first and easiest decision we made in our wedding party picking process! We are so very blessed and happy that Shannon can be part of our special day! (and it was really funny to hear her make fun of Kellen for not being told she was in the party yet)