Wedding Party
Megan Gregg
Maid of Honor
Megan is my twin sister and best friend of 25+ years. We have finally been living together again after a few years apart, and I wouldn't have been able to get to where I am in life without her. Between our countless inside jokes, our baking accomplishments, and share of love for video games, anime, music, etc., I'm so grateful for everything Megan has done for me in my life. She has supported me through the hard times and laughed with me through the fun times. From wombmates to roommates... and probably tombmates (sorry Sam), she and I have been tied at the hip forever. I can't wait to have her up there by my side on our special day!
Bailey Ardrey
Best Man
Bailey has been one of my best friends since junior high. He has always been there in the most important ways for me. I have so much to thank him for including (but certainly not limited to) setting me up with my soon-to-be wife. Bailey has been there every crucial step of the way for me over the last 10ish years. He was the person I called on the way home after Cara’s and my first date and he was the first person (yes even before Cara) that knew I loved her. Bailey and I have shared countless laughs and just as many serious conversations. We have enjoyed plenty of outdoor adventures together as well and it was an obvious decision to make him my best man. Thank you, Bailey, for being an excellent friend to the both of us and supporting us from the beginning.
Kaylee Tran
Matron of Honor
I met Kaylee when we were in first grade when my family moved two doors down from the Rice family. Now we've been best friends for nearly two decades and I couldn't be more grateful for our friendship! She is a beyond caring friend and has filled my life with countless baking adventures (successful and well... very unsuccessful) and fun sleepovers over the years! Even when moving away and going to different colleges, our friendship has never wavered. She is such an inspiration and role model in my life. I can't wait to have her by my side on our wedding day!
Jordan Ridgley
Groomsman
I was very lucky to grow up right underneath Jordan. Growing up, I spent just as much time wrestling him hoping to one day get the upper hand, as I did laughing until I cried at his ridiculous sense of humor. He showed me what both hard work and a good time looks like. He was always quick to give some “brotherly wisdom” which half the time turned out to be some sort of common sense that I wouldn’t learn until later. I am truly thankful for the time I get to spend with him whether it be hanging out at the brewery or butchering a deer (for some reason over ½ my memories of Jordan involve butchering some animal). Jordan has been an excellent brother, and I am thankful to have him in my life.
Rachel Gregg
Bridesmaid
Rachel is one of my younger sisters and has always been an important part of my life. Growing up we had a blast making ball pits out of stuffed animals and playing with our Nintendogs. Now when we see each other it may be a little less chaotic, but still just as special when she paints my nails or we get the chance just to hang out and talk. She has accomplished so much in her life already, and I can't wait to watch her continue to set her own path in life. I'm so thankful to have her as a sister and for her to join me up there on our special day!
Nathan Ridgley
Groomsman
Nathan was the stereotypical older brother. When I was little I held him up on a pedestal as this cool awesome guy that was an athlete, super smart in school, and always had friends over, so he must have been popular! It wasn’t until I was older that I realized that while all those things were true, most “cool guys” don’t meet up with their friends and go LARPing or have a massive collection of Star Wars toys. Unfortunately, what he taught me was exclusively on the Star Wars and Lord of the Rings side of things, and not on the “how to talk to girls” side of things. Nathan was an awesome older brother and is an incredible friend. He is always quick to share a joke and makes everyone in the room more comfortable. I am confident that I would not be the person I am today without getting the opportunity to have Nathan in my life.
Erin Gregg
Bridesmaid
Erin is one of my younger sisters and is so important to me. From playing Cooking Mama on our DS's when we were little to being obsessed over Harry Potter together, I've loved growing beside her and watching what she has to offer the world. She's been supportive of me through some of my hardest times and is always willing to chat on a rough day. She is such a strong person and I know she can achieve whatever she puts her mind to. I'm so grateful to have her as a sister and for her to be by my side on my special day!
Brad Settle
Groomsman
Brad is the supportive crazy older brother that everyone needs. His creative sense of humor and commitment to finding joy everywhere made growing up a blast. One of my earliest memories of Brad was him standing in the hallway flexing his stomach. He was telling me to sprint as hard as I could at him and headbutt him in the belly (picture a 7-year-old pretending to be a rhinoceros). This was purely to get a 7-year-old kid to laugh. His commitment to the bit has not changed, and most recently evolved into letting us shoot fireworks at him “for the gram”. Brad is always there to share a laugh and a drink, but more commonly multiple of each. Brad continues to show me what it looks like to live life to the fullest, and I am thankful to have him as an example.
Sneha Spurlock
Bridesmaid
I met Sneha in high school when Megan introduced us through Latin class. We then went off to college together at THE Ohio State University where we bonded through stressing over classes and our love for emo bands. Whether we were dancing (or crying) together in the Norton basement or at a twenty one pilot concert, Sneha's presence in my life is one I couldn't be without. She is a such a strong and inspiring person in my life. We've been through thick and thin together and I'm so grateful to have Sneha as a best friend and to have her by my side on my wedding day!
Tommy Tran
Groomsman
“Tommy is the best of us” has been a common quote in any group that he is involved in. Tommy’s quiet sense of humor, and consistent kindness has cemented him in as a friend for life. Spending time with Tommy always leaves me thinking “Man I love that guy!”. He cares deeply for all of his friends, and this can be easily seen in the way he treats them. I appreciate the genuineness with which he approaches our relationship, and I have come to rely on him as a source of good consistent advice. He has shown me a great example of what being a newlywed is, and I am so happy to have him as a groomsman.
Maurkesha Young
Bridesmaid
I met Maurkesha near the end of college when she started dating my friend Christian. Since then, it has been such a joy to get to know her better over the years! Not only is she an amazing baker, but she is one of the most kind and selfless people I know. She is always always so supportive to everyone around her and will also make sure everyone is having a fun time when we hang out. I'm so glad to have her as a best friend and for her to join me up there on our special day!
Andrew Moawad
Groomsman
If my obituary says “He died doing what he loved” it is safe to assume that it was Andrew’s fault. Between icy alpine in New Hampshire and desert rock bluffs in Arizona, Andy has encouraged me to get outside and experience life in the most spectacular way. In between sketchy climbs and subzero temperatures, we have always had an excellent time laughing at the absurdity and pondering the mysteries of life. He has been an excellent climbing partner and an even better friend.