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Our Wedding

Julia and Brian decided to get Tinder profiles to meet someone who could be their forever. After many failed and awkward dates, Julia and Brian simultaneously had one thought, Just one more, and then I'm done. They messaged for about a week and decided to meet in person. Their first date was at the Museum of Art and History. As they wandered through the exhibits, marveling at the ancient artifacts and timeless pieces of art, they discovered a shared passion for history and a deep connection with each other. Conversations flowed effortlessly, and laughter echoed through the museum halls. They found themselves lost in time, not just because of the ancient relics around them but because they were so engrossed in each other's company. But their story had a little secret twist that neither of them knew about. Julia had unknowingly seen Brian before they met on Tinder. She used to visit her friend who worked at a local Subway, and now and then, a cute guy would come in to grab lunch. Julia affectionately referred to him as her cute Subway guy, not knowing his name or who he was. She would often chat with her friend, glancing over at this mysterious guy with a smile, completely unaware that their paths would cross again. It wasn't until their third date that Julia put two and two together. They were reminiscing about their favorite lunch spots in the city when Brian mentioned his frequent stops at a particular Subway. Julia’s eyes widened in realization, and she burst out laughing, explaining to Brian how she and her friend had secretly called him her cute Subway guy. Brian was equally surprised and amused, realizing that fate had been weaving their story long before they had ever matched on Tinder. Julia and Brian started dating a few months before the coronavirus lockdowns, so they had to decide when the lockdowns happened. They would have their relationship be long-distance until Julia went to grad school two years later. After years of taking Amtrak for 8 hours one way, and 8 hours back every month, Julia finally moved to NJ and have been together since, Now, standing on the threshold of a new chapter, they look back and smile at the serendipity of that one last swipe on Tinder and the delightful coincidence of the cute Subway guy. What began as a hesitant decision turned into a beautiful love story that neither could have ever imagined.

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Sarah has known Julia since 2003, when her dad worked at Tom Paynter’s and would often bring her in to visit Julia. The two of them would spend their time filling up water balloons and running around, just being carefree girls together. Though they eventually grew apart, Sarah always cheered Julia on from the sidelines, supporting her from afar. In 2023, they reconnected, and their friendship picked up right where it left off. Now, Sarah couldn’t be more excited to stand beside Julia on the most beautiful day of her life, celebrating the friendship that’s come full circle.

Sarah Farmery

Felicity is not just Julia’s college best friend but also one of her bridesmaids. Their friendship was forged during those tough college years, where they spent countless nights sharing sad pizza dinners and belting out car karaoke to get through stressful days. Felicity has been by Julia’s side through it all—heartbreaks, triumphs, and everything in between. As a bridesmaid, she’s thrilled to stand by her soul friend on her wedding day, knowing their bond, built on laughter and unwavering support, will last a lifetime.

Felicity Weir

Courtney is not only the groom’s cousin but also a bridesmaid, sharing a special bond with both the bride and groom. Though family ties brought her close to the groom, it was her friendship with the bride that deepened over the years, leading to this special role in their wedding. 

Courtney Lander

Nicole, the groom’s older cousin, has always been like a big sister to him, watching him grow up and now witnessing him marry the love of his life. As a bridesmaid, she’s honored to support not only her cousin but also the bride, with whom she’s formed a friendship with.

Nicole Lander

Jake, Brian’s younger brother and best man, has always been his complete opposite.Despite their differences, they’ve shared countless adventures and supported each other through everything. As the best man, Jake is excited to stand by his brother’s side, ready to bring a bit of his trademark humor to the day and make sure it’s a celebration to remember. He’s proud of the man his brother has become and thrilled to be part of this milestone.

Jake Lander

John Eric, a groomsman in Brian’s wedding, has been one of Brian’s closest friends since middle school. They clicked instantly, bonding over their shared love of video games and spending countless afternoons hanging out at Eric’s house, another groomsman, for gaming marathons. Their friendship has only grown stronger over the years, full of great memories, laughs, and adventures. John Eric is excited to stand by Brian’s side on his big day, honored to be part of this next chapter in his lifelong friend’s journey.

John Eric Hornyak

Eric has been Brian’s best friend since they met in 4th grade homeroom. From that first year, they were inseparable, spending every school day eating lunch together at Anthony Franco’s and bonding over their shared love of Mario Superstrikers. Whether they were strategizing over pizza or competing in their favorite video game, their friendship was built on fun, loyalty, and endless laughter. Now, as a groomsman in Brian’s wedding, Eric is excited to stand by his best friend’s side, ready to celebrate a friendship that has lasted through the years and this special new chapter.

Eric Pflugfelder

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We're so excited to have you join us for our wedding! Here's how to reserve a room in our hotel block:You can start making reservations now by calling the hotel's front desk at 973-448-1100 (Option #1) and mentioning the Paynter-Lander Wedding or our wedding date. While you can book online using the link we’ll provide, we strongly recommend calling the front desk. The online system works best from a computer, not from an app or mobile browser. Plus, if a date shows no availability online, the front desk might be able to pull from hotel inventory outside of the block if you call!Just a heads-up: our block is reserved for October 12th and 13th. When booking online, be sure to use the link and enter both your arrival and departure dates. This will pull up the wedding block for you. If you see any issues, give the hotel a call, and they might be able to help. One more thing! Make sure every guest staying in the room is listed on the reservation. Only the person whose name is on the reservation can check in, get a room key, or request a replacement key. We can't wait to celebrate with you!The link is below: <a href="https://www.holidayinn.com/redirect?path=hd&amp;brandCode=HI&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=EWRBL&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=PL6&amp;cn=no&amp;viewfullsite=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Paynter - Lander Wedding</a>

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Pocono Premium Outlets

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Klues Escape Room

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Lakota Wolf Preserve

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Wild West City

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Bel-Pike Lanes Inc

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Mackey's Orchard

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Julia & Brian

Julia & Brian

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