The Wedding Party

Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids

Angela Ahrens: Angela is the best little sister a girl could ask for, and I can't believe that she will be seventeen at the wedding! She has a keen eye for fashion and is the house authority on hair and makeup. I am so excited that she will be my maid of honor, standing next to me as I marry a guy she first met when she was only twelve. She is currently a junior at Plano West Senior High School.

Amanda Hall: Amanda and I met as members of Alpha Delta Pi at Baylor University. Her wit and humor made for great conversations during late nights working on the homecoming float or practicing for SING!  During home football games, she would yell louder than one might think she could. Her friendship has been such a blessing to me. Amanda is currently a senior at Baylor University and hopes to pursue a career in social work.

Courtney Neal (far right in the photo): I met Courtney at Centennial High School, where we trudged through classes like AP US History and AP Calculus together. She is never at a loss for words, and her laugh is one of the most infectious that I have ever heard. I have long admired her for her hard work and discipline. I don't know how she does everything from work to school to extra-curriculars, but she does it all with a smile. She is currently working to become an event planner.

Bethany Pandes: Bethany and I also met as members of Alpha Delta Pi. At the beginning, people often confused us. For some reason, it is impossible to remember which one is Bethany and which one is Stephanie when we both have dark curly hair and names that rhyme. She has a bubbly personality, a kind heart, and can make any craft project look gorgeous. She is a supportive friend who always seems to be able to look at the bright side of any situation, and I can't imagine my time at Baylor without her friendship. Bethany is a senior at Baylor University studying biology so that she can become a dentist.

Samantha Suzuki: I first met Samantha at a camp to prepare for volleyball tryouts at Centennial High School. We became fast friends. All throughout high school, I ate dinner at her house so often that they probably just planned for me to be there. Despite multiple injuries, she has continued dancing while she works toward becoming a physical therapist. She is actually one of the reasons that I got into ballet as an adult. I can't do what she does, and I couldn't imagine doing it with the injuries that she has sustained over the years. She is currently at Randolph College studying dance and chemistry.


Best Man and Groomsmen

Cecil Deleon: I met Cecil during my first year as a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Instantly I knew that he was one of the funniest and most upstanding men I have ever met in my life. I admire his can-do attitude as well as his ability to be honest and tell a friend when he is not living up to his potential. I have asked Cecil to be my best man because I can think of no one more qualified to be standing next to me on my big day.

Bradley Baumann: My twin brother and I have always had an interesting relationship, but that has not stopped us from being the best of friends. My brother has always been there for me when I needed him. We trust each other and always know what the other is thinking. He is finishing up his last semester of college before planning to enter the police academy, and I wish him the best and know he will make one fine officer when the time comes.

Nick Pokorny: I met Nick through Stephanie's sorority sister, and instantly liked the guy. He is someone with an engaging intelligence and a straight forward attitude. He always has something on his mind and most often it is a witty comment that will make you laugh. Nick is in his final semester at Baylor.

Christopher Rossato: During my pledgeship in Sigma Alpha Epsilon, I met a tall, very outgoing guy who ended up becoming our pledgeship vice president. Chris is a guy you can count on to be there when you need a brother and a friend. He always goes out of his way to make you feel welcome. Chris is in his final semester at the University of Texas at Dallas.

Matthew Boydston: I met Matt during my pledgeship into Sigma Alpha Epsilon, he was one of the quietest guys in our whole pledge class. He is the embodiment of the true gentleman with confidence, courtesy, and honesty. I know that Matt is someone I can trust to always have my back and am excited to have him as my groomsman. Matt is finishing up his last semester at University of Texas at Dallas.