Samantha & Joseph
Wedding Party
Samantha Nair
Bride
The main reason we are all here, the beautiful bride herself.
Joseph Smith
Groom
The other reason we are all here just not as important, don't tell Joe that.
Claire Follis
Maid of Honor
My best friend since pre-k. A friendship that started through dancing under a disco ball in the middle of a sushi restaurant at age 5, continued to grow with wine nights and sleepovers throughout the country. Through multiple phases of life, the awkward middle school years, and the college transitions, Claire and I have always been there for one another. Here's to one more phase of life, and many more to come.
Callum Scott
Best Man
My best friends from the age of 12 during cadets, our friendship only grew as we did, from watching the Super Bowl at 2 am to nights out on the town. Not even 4,000 miles could break our friendship. Callum and I have always been there for each other during their every high and low.
Brittanie Perry
Bridesmaid
Brittanie and I became friends fast living together in Kappa Delta while studying at UNL. While we only lived together for one semester, I knew that we would be friends for life. Through countless round trips between Chicago and Nebraska, our friendship is something special.
Martin Smith
Groomsman
My older brother; was always there for me growing up, guiding me through the trails of life. We fought as all brothers do, but we always came out of it stronger on the other side.
Caroline Fisher
Bridesmaid
Caroline is the sweetest human I've ever met! She and I have been friends since pre-k. She and I have had many great adventures, and family trips (We Came, We Saw, We Concurred!) Even though she recently moved to the great state of California, our friendship continues to blossom. She shows so much strength and love to everyone she meets and I am so grateful to have her be a constant in my life.
Lee Hems-Blackmore
Groomsman
We became friends when I was 16, working in the unbelievable world of hotel hospitality. Our friendship grew as we got closer. The odd plate of fries or pint of coke turned into a solid and fantastic friendship filled with shared Christmases and backyard barbeques.
Christina Nair
Mother of the Bride
There are countless things I could say about my amazing mother. She inspires me to live an authentic and fearless life every day and has no clue how much she means to me. Thank God for her patience and love that she has shown me throughout the years, as she knows best, I can be a handful. Christina is the best mom a girl could ask for, even though she doesn't like shopping. There’s no one I’d rather have by my side.
Elaine Smith
Mother of the Groom
My mum, the woman who raised me into the man I am today. I credit most of my life and success to my mum; she stood by my side and supported me through all of my troubles and success. She was always striving for me to achieve my full potential, I haven't made it there yet, but I'm well on my way.
Naresh Nair
Father of the Bride
My dad has always been one of my biggest supporters and cheerleaders. Whether it be for sporting events (and getting kicked out for cheering a little too loud), College graduation showing up 4 hours early to the ceremony, and counting where I would be sitting to make sure he and my family had the best seats. He has been there for me time and time again no matter the situation, and anyone who knows me knows I can get myself in sticky situations on occasion. Like the time he helped me track my phone down in an Uber at 4 am around the city of Chicago, or the time I had to give him a call to help me find a taxi while stranded on a mountain hike in Ibiza. My dad has taught me how to be strong and independent, while at the same time letting me know that it is okay to ask for help. I will always be thankful for the life lessons he has given me and I am proud to be his daughter.
Paul Goode
Father of the Groom
Even though I grew up miles apart from my dad, I knew he was there to help whenever I needed him—from spending long nights on the phone doing math homework to inspiring words of encouragement before a big trip with cadets. He was there for the crucial moments. I wasn't always the easiest kid, but somehow you made me into the man I am today, someone I can be proud of.