Wedding Party
Bride: Jennifer Shatos
Occupation: Creative Consultant
Things I love to do: Enjoy beautiful things, knit, bead, or any partake in any colorful project, cooking, entertaining, camping, hiking, biking.
Background: I grew up in Clarkston, WA and moved to Seattle to attend the Art Institute of Seattle. I lived here for 5 years, and moved to Philly for a year and a half. I had a great adventure there, but was happy to return to be a Seattle-ite!
Groom: Brett Griffin
Occupation: Home Technology Consultant
Things I love to do: Flying private planes, eat sushi or pizza, scuba dive, camping, hiking, biking, enjoying life.
Background: I grew up in Hampton NH and served on the USS Hampton. After my service was complete, I moved to Seattle, and then to Philly. Now that I’m back in Seattle, I am a Home Technology Consultant for my company Architechtronics.
Matron Of Honor: Renee
Relationship to the Bride: Jen’s my little sister
What Jen Has to Say About Renee: I adore my sister. She is full of love and always includes me in her life. Renee is an amazing woman who busy and full of adventure. She is quick on her feet, and can always provide a bit of sarcasm and laughter. She provides me with a shining example of how to have a successful career, succeed in 14 years of marriage, all while raising 2 beautiful children.
Bridesmaid: Gloria
Relationship to the Bride: Friend from Philly
What Jen Has to Say About Gloria: Gloria is an amazing woman who provides a shining example of gentleness, patience, and unselfishness. She’s a fantastic wife and mother, and someone I can always count on! Everyone loves Gloria!
Bridesmaid: Heather
Relationship to the Bride: Childhood friend
What Jen Has to Say About Heather: Heather and I have grown up together and watch eachother evolve throughout the past 15 years! She’s a friend you can count on in times of laughter or sadness, and I know eventually we’ll be those two crazy old ladies reminiscing of all our fond memories over iced tea!
Best Man: Scott
Relationship to the Groom: Brother-in-law after 7.7.07
What Brett Has to Say About Scott: Scott is a great father, is always ready to lend a helping hand, and and has taught me the value of an ice cold beer from tap! He’s also a smart guy who runs his own construction company. I’m lucky to gain Scott as my brother-in-law!
Scott’s Website: www.petrieconstruction.com
Groomsman: Dave
Relationship to the Groom: Friend and Navy Shipmate
What Brett Has to Say About Dave: I’ve always looked up to Dave. I have great respect and admiration for his relationship with is wife, and his love for his children.
Flowergirl: Rylie
Relationship to the Bride: Niece
What Brett and Jen Have to Say About Rylie: Rylie is a very sweet soft spoken girl. She’s always full of adventure and curiosity and has the cutest giggle around!
Flowergirl: Tyler
Relationship to the Bride: Niece
What Brett and Jen Have to Say About Tyler: Tyler a very caring girl. She’s always full of love and excitement and has quite a fashion since for a 9 year old!
Usher: Keagan
Relationship to the Bride: Nephew
What Brett and Jen Have to Say About Keagan: Keagan is packed full of energy and is always helpful. He always is the first to come and hug us when we arrive, and always wants to be part of the action!
Ring Bearer: Carson
Relationship to the Bride: Nephew
What Brett and Jen Have to Say About Carson: Carson has always had a great sense of humor and loves a good joke! Ask him to do the Lord of the Rings impression for you… You’ll never be the same!
Brother-of-the Bride: Larry
What Jen Has to Say About Larry: My brother has a great sense of humor and is also the family tequila aficionado! I’m thrilled to have him walk me down the aisle (jokes and tequila… no Runaway Bride Here!)
Officiant: Whitney
Relationship to the Bride: Childhood friend
What Jen Has to Say About Whitney: Whitney and I have been friends for almost 15 years. We’ve had many fun adventures together and I love her ability to be positive about everything! During our wedding, she provided so much love and support… Brett and I are honored to have her marry us!