The Ringbearer-- Solomon
Our dog Solomon is recovering from his third knee surgery, but he is still excited to be a part of the ceremony. He's even attending physical therapy and theraputic swimming sessions so that he doesn't limp down the aisle! Solomon enjoys playing fetch, swimming in the ocean, and playing with his other furry companions. In his freetime, he likes to chew bones and sleep. |
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Get to know more about the wedding party...
This June 28th, people will gather like seagulls on the edge of the ocean for a wedding ceremony. This community of guests will be made up of unique personalities, stories, and experiences.
Those involved in the wedding party have an especially close connection to the bride and groom-to-be. Get to know these people--their histories, their passions, and even their fun quirks...
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The Maid of Honor-- Jennifer Fuss
Jennifer is a graduate of James Madison University and currently works for Northrup Grumman as a technical writer in Virginia. She is Carolyn's only sister. Jennifer plans to start graduate school at Miami of Ohio in the fall. She once acted in a Shakespere play at the Globe Theatre in London, England. |
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The Best Man-- Matt Thompson
This talented musician just created his first cd! A true renaissance man, he'll will mix you a mean drink while self-composed poetry pours out of his mouth. Matt is Brian's little brother; he studied landscaping and fiddles with graphic design projects on the side. |
Bridesmaid-- Chrissy Heiland
Chrissy is Brian's little sister and lives with her husband, John in Catonsville. She writes poetry in her free time, can cut a rug on the dancefloor, and is active in her church. Chrissy is a devoted mother to her daughter, Sarah, who will serve as the flower girl in our ceremony. |
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Groomsman-- Timothy Fuss
Tim Fuss is Carolyn's cousin. They grew up spending summers together along the Potomac River in West Virginia. Tim lives in Germantown, Maryland with his wife and soul mate, Jennifer. He works as a Nurse Practitioner in Bethesda, Maryland and enjoys reading, the outdoors, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends. |
Bridesmaid-- Amanda Miller
You can call her 'Julie' from 'The Love Boat' during the week of the wedding as Amanda will be scheduling all the social events and activities for guests. Having lived across the street from Carolyn since the age of two, they have been friends for 25 years! She currently works as an ESOL teacher in Montgomery County. Amanda is quite the world traveler, spending a year in Japan teaching English and studying for a semester in London. She has studied yoga and even learned to cook from an Italian mama in Italy--yum yum! |
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Groomsman-- Brian Lutz
Brian became friends with the groom-to-be at Catonsville High School when they would skateboard and play hackey sack together. He is a head chef, an artist, and a traveler. Brian currently plays the bass in a band called "Circle 9." |
Bridesmaid-- Sarah Bell
"Bell" as she is referred to, will be easy to pick out of the crowd. She'll be the one sparkling in glitter, wearing a feather boa, and blowing bubbles as she walks down the aisle. Carolyn and Bell met in college and lived together for two years. Bell rides horses, runs marathons, and volunteers at a DC domestic violence shelter. She is also engaged, with plans to be married next August on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. |
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Groomsman-- Vincent E. Baker
"Baker" as he is affectionately called, is known for his unique ability to quote historical text in an instant, to construct towering infernos, and to speak to all species of animals. His whole body makes many stange noises due to years of playing rugby, ultimate frisbee, along with the gentler pastimes of reading and drinking. He lives in historic Frederick, Maryland with his girlfriend Cindy, and works as an e-business analyst for Current Analysis. |
Bridesmaid-- Jennifer Golder
Jen is recently married and teaches French in a local high school. She met Carolyn at Washington College, where they were dorm neighbors for a few years. Jen has a passion for saving homeless animals and growing green beans. She lives in Crofton, Maryland with her husband Sam and two cats. |
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Groomsman-- Scott Healy
Scott works for the Department of Natural Resources as a consultant to the public over wildlife issues. He recently got married and lives in Columbia, Maryland with his wife and dog. Scott grew up in Catonsville and has known Brian since elementary school; they enjoy brewing beer and shooting pool together. |
The Bride's Parents-- Ronald and Kathleen Fuss
Ron is a retired Middle School Teacher and Kathie plans to retire as an Elementary School Teacher shortly before the wedding. They have lived in Catonsville for the past 25 years, but they soon plan to move to Chestertown on the Eastern Shore. Ron and Kathie love to boat, work on the house, watch birds, and make crafts. These two will be celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary the week before the wedding--June 22nd! |
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The Groom's Parents-- Leslie and Buddy Baer
Leslie and Buddy live in Catonsville, Maryland with their dog Bosley and two cats. Buddy works on computer networks and Leslie is a medical transcriptionist at home. Their hobbies include wine tasting, interior decorating, biking, and gardening. |
The Groom's Parents-- Greg and Andi Thompson
Recently retired from Black and Decker, Andi spends much of her time gardening, and swimming in their pool in Westminster. You can find Greg putsing around in the garage or working in his position at the Maryland Transit Administration. Greg and Andi tend to migrate south during the cold winters to spend time with family in Florida. |
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