The Bridesmaid

Now for the Girls!!!

My wonderful Maids of Honor:

Ashley Portell - My best friend (besides Zack), sister, and hero! Recent Graduate of Lipscomb University, and will make the best teacher in the world some day. This year beside being a maid of honor, she's headed to Australia for Missions and Hawaii to live life to the fullest for a while. Ashley is one of the strongest prayer warriors I know and can make a friend with anyone.

Brittany Portell - The best little sister ever, that I'm so proud of. Brittany is entering her Senior year of High school at Blue Valley High School in Leawood, KS. She enjoys training animals, caring for her dog Maddie, being the section Leader of the Drum Line in the band (way to go Brit!), and being an outstanding leader for her youth group. Brit knows how to make anyone laugh and will steal the dance floor at the reception.

Bridesmaids:

Amy Stroup - Amy is a singer, songwriter in Nashville, TN. She leads worship at Fellowship Bible Church, writes amazing songs, and nannies 2 sweet little girls. Amy and I were friends in college, and really became close after college. Thanks to many nights of us hanging out and with her cute brother coming around; I soon will be getting married. Amy is an amazing listener, servant, and disciple of Christ.

Sarah Thompson - my future sister-in-law! Sarah is married to Kevin, they have 2 sons (Preston and Lincoln), and are expecting a 3rd son in July. Sarah is a great example of a sacrificial dedicated mom that I look forward to learning from one day. The Thompson family lives in Boerne, TX.

Bekah Kinzer - My best friend since I was 3 years old, and a gift from God that I have been able to walk through all season of life with. Bekah is married to Chris Gannon and she is a Child Life Specialist at Vanderbilt Hospital. Bekah has been there with me since I spent the first night way from home to the last night before graduating from college. I'm so thankful for this loyal, God honoring friend.

Emily Tardy - Emily started as co-worker of mine at Fellowship Bible Church in the Student Ministry, and has become one of the most dedicated friends I've ever had. Emily is married to Daniel and they live in the cutest little house in Nolensville. Emily has taught me so much about growing with the Lord, and living a life obedient to him.

Crystal Watson - I met Crystal on a trip to Baja, Mexico doing Missions my Junior year of College, and then starting going to church together 3 years. Crystal really was there to support me in some of my hardest times, and is always willing to help anyone in need. Crystal gives, gives and gives, and has been a huge support of Zack and I's relationship from the beginning.