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Newlyweds for 1627 days!
ABOUT KRISTIN
Kristin grew up on the shores of Saco Bay in lovely Saco, ME. She left behind the ocean for the snowy hills of Syracuse, NY, where she received a BS in Photojournalism from Syracuse University. A week after graduation she made her way to DC for a photo assistant job at USA Today. A year and half later she joined AOL and over the next four years worked her way up to manager of the kids and teens photo editing team. In her free time she enjoys reading, cooking, crafting and spending time with friends and, of course, Dave and Buster.
ABOUT DAVID
David spent his childhood years in Richmond, VA, playing soccer and football and generally not coming home until the sun went down. He attended James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA. He followed in his brother's footsteps, majoring in Integrated Science and Technology (computer science). David started at SRA in Fair Oaks, VA, after graduation, but spent much of his work week in Austin, TX. Shortly after meeting Kristin, he got a job that required no travel at MITRE in McLean, VA. He is currently working on a project for MITRE in Annapolis Junction, MD, for the Transportation Security Administration. An avid mountain biker, David won't even let a little thing like snow keep him off the trails.
HOW WE MET
Kristin and David met on a street corner the weekend before David's 24th birthday. Earlier in the evening, Kristin spotted a jovial (to say the least) group of guys walk a few blocks ahead of her. One of the bunch wore an afro wig, causing Kristin to say to her friend Sarah, "Those guys look fun. We should be hanging with them." Not giving it much more thought, Kristin and Sarah proceeded to concert further down the street. Walking back to the car after the show, Kristin and Sarah were stopped (aka harrassed) by a boisterous young man. Sensing his friend was in over his head, Dave swooped in as damage control. They chatted, and a minute later, the afro wig made a reappearance. Low and behold, they were the same group of guys Kristin had seen earlier in the evening, and Dave had been the one actually wearing the wig. The group continued up to the Silver Diner for food and more conversation. Despite spilling a full glass of water on his lap, Kristin still agreed to see him again on his birthday a few days later. Lucky Dave :-P
WHEN WE GOT ENGAGED
October 1, 2004
HOW IT HAPPENED
Above all, Dave wanted to surprise Kristin and she did NOT make it easy. The two were going on a weekend camping trip, and Dave was picking Kristin up at work. Kristin heard a knock on her door, and turned to see Dave standing there wearing an afro wig. Not really thinking anything of Dave wearing a wig, Kristin asked "How did you get in the building?" At that moment, she realized Dave was wearing the same outfit he wore the night they met. He held a mug from the pub he was at that night. He tipped it over and out slid a ring box. He got down on one knee and asked Kristin to be his wife. She was stunned and completely overjoyed!
WHEN & WHERE
August 27, 2005
Saco, ME
ABOUT THE BIG DAY
The ceremony will be held in the front yard of Kristin's childhood home, located on the beaches of Saco Bay. The late morning wedding will be performed by Dave's childhood minister Dr. Ed Garrett.
KRISTIN'S ATTENDANTS
Kimberly
Hamilton
,
Maid Of Honor
-- Kim and Kristin lived on the same floor their freshman year at SU. They've been best friends through thick and thin, always there for a phone call or 14 e-mails a day.
Kelly
Hassett
,
Maid Of Honor
-- Kelly also lived on Law 17 freshman year at SU. Her laugh and open heart and mind make her a true lambchop and best friend.
Sarah
Walsh
,
Bridesmaid
-- Sarah's dad was the first person Kristin met at SU. Kristin was pleased to find that Sarah was not as preoccupated with phone spiltters as her dad. Sarah truly is a passionate, fascinating woman with killer handbags.
Lauren
Iacono
,
Bridesmaid
-- Lauren moved into a group house with Kristin and the other girls senior year at SU. Lucky for all of them, Lauren proved and continues to be a valued friend. She's loving, warm and knows how to remedy any hair and fashion disaster :)
Rachel
Brintnall
,
Bridesmaid
-- Rachel also lived on Law 17 freshman year at SU. Rachel always makes her friends feel welcome. She is a very caring, giving and thoughtful friend, and it is very much appreciated!
DAVID'S ATTENDANTS
Mike
Morgan
,
Best Man
-- Mike was Dave's suitemate freshman year at JMU. They had the majority of classes together, and quickly became best friends through their love of music.
Jeremy
Schepler
,
Groomsman
-- Dave met Jeremy through Mike Morgan. Not knowing anyone in northern VA, Jeremy was very welcoming when Dave moved to the area.
Allen
Todd, Jr.
,
Groomsman
-- Allen is Dave's older brother. Whether he knows it or not, Allen has always been a big influence on Dave's life. Although, ten years older, Allen was always there when Dave needed advice.
Chris
Cassell
,
Groomsman
-- Chris and Dave met in ninth grade on a church retreat. While they didn't go to high school together, Chris was one of Dave's best friends.
Rodney
Harmeling
,
Groomsman
-- Rodney and Dave met through Chris Cassell and quickly became best friends.
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