Laurie & Louis

“A sister is a gift to the heart, a friend to the spirit, a golden thread to the meaning of life.” ~Isadora James


Matron of Honor, Sister of the Bride – Michelle (“Shelly Poodle” as I have loved to call her…..I am sure she is cursing at me that I have put this on my wedding website, and payback will be received through my toast I am sure, haha) has always been an amazing sister to Laurie. Although five years apart in age, they have always been close and there for each other. There is not enough room to reflect upon the memories they share from growing up and playing together to some even our parents probably do not know (Sorry Mom and Dad haha). They catch each other constantly completing each others thoughts or laughing at the same jokes that no one gets, due to sharing the same weird (they will admit this) sense of humor. Laurie was Michelle’s maid of honor, and she is so excited to have extended the same to her sister.

“You have to be my best friend, because you know too much”

Bridesmaid, Best Friend, and Overall Partner in Crime – Lauren and Laurie have known each other since high school and grew even closer when Lauren moved back from California and shortly after moved in with Laurie in the North End. They will forever cherish vodkas around the kitchen table on a Tuesday at Kappa Kappa North St and so many other memories. Lauren and Laurie secretly wish they still lived together so they could share closets.

Bridesmaid – Arianna is Laurie’s youngest cousin. Even with as many years as there are between them, Ari and Laurie have remained close and a big part of each others lives. It means so much to Laurie to have Arianna as part of her special day. It is a safe bet that Arianna will attempt to request Shakira at Laurie’s wedding. :)

Shannon is Laurie’s oldest friend, knowing each other since they were 3 and sharing many summers together in Marshvegas. If they are not in Marshfield, you will probably find Shannon and Laurie at a New Kids on The Block Concert, which they seem to enjoy more as adults than they did as children.

Megan hired Laurie for her first job at ADP out of college, probably because Laurie reminded her so much of herself. Both living in CT for years, Laurie and Meg became close friends. Meg is 100% the big sister Laurie never had, and as years have gone on, they have always been there for each other. They share so many memories of Sox games (Meg would say Yankees), Ocean City, and Laurie is the loving “Aunt Laurie” to Meg’s 2 beautiful children, Brian and Kelly.

Laurie and Kate met when they were just starting college and instantly became friends. They have traveled everywhere together over the years, including Vegas and San Fran. It is safe to say, Kate is definitely the more adventurous one, just recently travelling to Nepal, to hike Mount Everest.

It is hard to be believe that Laurie and Allison have not known each other longer considering how well their families have known each other. They met only 7 years ago through their mutual friend Jessica, and became great friends. Allison is an amazing hair stylist in Boston, and it is safe to say that when Laurie needs to know the latest and greatest styles, she goes to Allison. :)

Olivia and Laurie lived together for several years in the North End, and became instant friends, more like sisters, in their eyes who have always been able to count on each other. As one of the newest friendships in the bridal party, Laurie is very grateful to have Olivia as a friend and looks forward to many more years of friendship.

Flower Girl – Madeline is Laurie’s niece. Her smile and personality light up the room and everyone around her, and Laurie could not imagine her special day without this little princess.

Flower Girl – Kelly is her bridesmaid, Megan’s beautiful daughter and affectionately refers to Laurie as “Aunt Laurie”. Kelly is girly to the core, loving anything with lace and frills. Her opinion was heavily weighted in electing bridesmaid and flower girl dresses. :)