Melissa & I have known each other since I've been 3 and she's been 4 years old. We have never lost touch and have always been an important part of each others lives.  We share the same birthday and a love for purple!!  I love her so much and would not know what to do without her. She is my very, very best friend, my sister from another mister, and my Matron of Honor.  I had the honour of being one of her bridesmaids and I could absolutely not imagine my wedding day, or my life for that matter, without her by my side.   

I met Carolyn in Jr. High School and we became fast friends.  She was the ultimate Preppy in high school... plaid walking shorts, penny loafers, & Izod shirts..... and I was a little on the "New Wave" side... Flock of Seagulls hair-do & all.... It was a match made in 80's heaven!  There are times when we don't talk to or see each other for months at a time, but when we're able to, we pick up right where we left off and the time and distance apart disappears.  My wedding would not be the same without her standing by my side and being part of this very special day!    

Sandy and I grew up on the same street in Simi Valley.  It was a new street, new neighborhood, and was full of kids.  We all ran around together, played baseball in the cul-de-sac and played hide-n-go seek  until the street lights came on.  She and I have been great friends since the 70's, for what seems like forever, and I can't imagine my life without her.  She has always been there for me, helped me through some tough times, always supports and always tells it like it is.  She's a total hippie at heart and another one of my amazing friends that no matter how far apart we are or how long in-between seeing each other, we always pick up right where we left off.  I was a bridesmaid for her, which I was so honoured to do, and my wedding day would not be the same without her.

Christy and my friendship all started out with our parents being best friends.  Our parents were inseparable and did everything together so it was natural that we fell in line and became friends as well.  We've known each other since the 80's and ever since, Christy, like all of my bridesmaids, has been there for me through thick and thin. I had the honour of being a bridesmaid for her as well and, of course, I could not imagine my special day without her by my side.  She's an amazing woman and I am so lucky to have her in my life!

Joyce is Robert's one and only sister and he and I are thrilled that she has agreed to be part of our wedding.  Like me, she is the older sister with two younger brothers so I'm sure we will have plenty of stories to share about the joys of little brothers.  ;-D  I'm so excited and happy to be gaining her as a sister-in-law and hoping she and I will become fast friends!!

So, what do I say about this crazy girl?! Carolyn and I have been friends since jr. high school, we grew up in the same neighborhood, have a total blast when we're together, and I love her to death!  Like most of my bridesmaids, she lives far away from me and I rarely get to see her, but whenever we do, it's like no time has past and the good times continue.  She's always there for me with a listening ear, the voice of reason when I'm having a moment, and a shameless encourager of fun, fun, fun!  I am one lucky girl to have such a well rounded friend and could not imagine her not being a part of my special day.

Brianna is my youngest niece. She is an incredibly sweet girl who lights up any room with her adorable and beautiful smile. From dance, violin, to softball... she's quite amazing.  I've loved this little peanut from the first moment I saw her and I'm very honored that she agreed to be one of my flower girls.  Thank you, Bree Bree!

Irelynd is Melissa's youngest daughter, I've known and loved her, her whole life!  She's a beautiful & very smart little firecracker who calls me "Auntie Linda".  She always says something that makes me smile or laugh everytime I see her. She's quite the character and I couldn't be happier that she agreed to be one of my flower girls.  Thank you, Ily!!

So here's the Fab Four.... This fabulous group of cuties are four of my nephews & nieces!  Brian, Christopher & Christiana are my brother Tracy's kiddos.  Meadow is my Maid of Honor Melissa's oldest daughter.  I love them all dearly and my heart just skips a beat every time they smile and call me Auntie Linda.  They'll never know just how much joy they bring to my life as I watch them grow from sweet little kids into these amazing pre-teens & teenagers and soon to be young adults.  I can't imagine a more perfect group of young people to announce my entrance and my walk down the aisle.  Thank you all for agreeing to be a part of my wedding!  Auntie Linda loves you very much! 

Brandon & Shayne are my sons and I am honored, more than anyone can imagine, that they will be walking me down the aisle.  It has always just been them and me in our little family and now that Robert has come into my life, they are the perfect ones to "give me away".  Of course, ideally, I would give absolutely anything on this earth to have my father walk me down the aisle, but since my father is no longer with us, Brandon and Shayne will be there for me in their Grandpa Dan's place.  I know my dad will be looking down upon us on my special day so very happy for me & Robert and also very proud of his grandsons.  Brandon & Shayne, I love you the purplest.... and as long as I'm living, my babies you'll be. :-*

Bob has been one of my best friends for over 18 years.  We met at work, started hanging out and eventually bought Harleys together.  We then embarked on many road trips and rides that continue to be an important part of our lives.  He has always had my back whether it be advice or just to have a cold one and talk.  I can't think of a better choice for a Best Man.  Ride on, Bro!

Todd was my college roommate and fraternity brother at the University of Wyoming.  We had a lot of fun and killed many brain cells at those crazy Sigma Chi functions!  After losing touch for many years, we connected again in Phoenix and remain buds to this day.

Linda's youngest brother, Tracy, is very mellow and kind.  He's a great guy to hang out with.  He recently got his first Harley so I look forward to many great rides with him in the future.

Sullivan is Linda's 2nd cousin and will be in charge of Ring Security.  We're thrilled that he will be part of our special day!  His mom told us that he is hard to get a picture of because he is very fast and always on the run... uh oh!  Hopefully he'll make it down the aisle and not run off with the rings!  Sounds like anything may happen when Sullivan has his moment in the sun.... We can't wait to see what happens!  Thank you Jenn & Nick for letting us borrow your kid!!! ;-D