Wedding Day

Lawrence Park United Methodist Church

Ceremony

32 West Eighth

Reception

Our Wedding

<p>It’s funny how many times our paths should have crossed until they actually did. For instances, we went to the same church for many years without knowing of each other. We did marching band together in middle school, but Paige was to busy talking to everyone else and michael was off doing his own thing. But it wasn't until March of 2017 when the sparks started flying. Michael was interested first and sent the first message. After some small conversation, we planned our first date. It was the most romantic first date for two teenages... watching movies surrounded by friends. We both remember how nervous we were just to be around someone new. After this night, we became inseparable. We couldn’t stop talking, and were on the phone constantly. We would take walks around the neighborhood just to see each other outside of school. Days turned to weeks and one fateful night Michael tried to make it official, “Will you be my girlfriend?” Paige thought long and hard and said “no” (got to keep them guessing right?). He was shocked and wondered why but of course he was stubborn enough to keep pressing the matter. After a night of good sleep and sometime to think, Paige texted him early in the morning, “Hey you know that question you asked last night? Actually yes” the date was April 9th, 2017. We have been together ever since and had plenty of love and laughs along the way. It was always the person in front of you that you didn’t know about. Everyday we are grateful for the people around us that brought us together.</p>

Our Story

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I’m Abby — the bride’s little sister, professional hype woman, and keeper of embarrassing childhood stories. She’s the calm to my chaos, and I wouldn’t miss this for the world. Warning: I cry at toasts, dance badly, and love too hard. Let’s do this. 🕊️🥂

Abby

Hi, I’m Katarina, and i’ve been friends with the bride for 6 years and counting. Although it feels like a lifetime. We’ve shared countless breakfast dates, vacations, and even lived together for a year with the future husband! We met at our old serving job and have been attached ever since. I am grateful to share the title of Maid of Honor with the bride’s little sister. Let’s party!

Katarina

I'm Angela, and I met Paige in nursing school! Paige and I met while waiting to go into a class. I asked her what she was working on and she replied "working on a powerpoint for my wedding". 5 years later, here we are and I'm so excited to celebrate with her and Michael! I am a labor and delivery nurse and I love to paint, tie dye, and go on hikes! 

Angela

I’m Abbie and I’m Paige’s oldest and FAVORITE cousin! I’ve known paige since she was the tiniest, cutest baby. I continued in the family business and I currently work as a vascular access nurse. I enjoy long walks on the beaches of Lake Erie and smelling all the rich scents of fish and being with my husband and our daughter, Luna. I’m so excited to celebrate paige and Michael’s true love that I’ve watched grow from the very start! 

Abbie

My name is Jasmine and I met Paige in college! Her name always came after mine alphabetically in class, so naturally we sat and worked together on a lot of school work and became friends trauma bonding through nursing school. Eventually she became the Enid to my Wednesday. In all seriousness I am forever grateful I met Paige, she is a great friend and such a kind, funny, caring person overall. I am so happy for Paige and Michael, and am beyond excited to be apart of their special day! I am currently a mom/baby nurse at Hamot. I love to read, play video games, and watch horror movies :)

Jasmine

Hi! I'm Michael's big sister Maggie. My husband Adam and I have two beautiful kiddos, Conner and Kinley. I teach preschool and run an after-school program for grade school students. I love spending time with my family and being outdoors. I didn't think I could ever be more proud of Michael...until he proposed to Paige. I am so very excited to be getting a sister-in-law, and I am thankful to be able to be a part of their very special day! 

Maggie

Hi, I’m Jake, and I’m from Erie, PA. Currently I live in Pittsburgh, PA with my wife and cat, where I work as an engineer. I enjoy weightlifting, traveling, home improvement projects, and really any outdoor activity! The earliest memory I have as my first interaction with michael was when we were in grade school and I drank a Red Bull at a school skating night at a local roller rink and came up to him acting crazy. Needless to say he avoided me for the next few years. I convinced him to be my friend in 8th grade when we bonded over our similar love for humor in our English class. Thus blossomed our friendship. Michael and I go way back, he means so much to me and we have been together through so much. From laughing everyday in class, to pushing each other in the weight room and on the football field, to doing track together and living together in undergrad and having crazy and hilarious memories. I remember when he first met Paige in high school. It has been such a privilege to be able to see them grow together throughout the years and now stand beside them as they take this amazing next step in marriage! I can’t wait to celebrate with everyone, here’s to Mr. and Mrs. Nye!

Jake

Hi, my name is Evan. I first met Michael after he asked me to be roomates for our first year of optometry school. After four years I couldn’t be more grateful to have accepted his offer as it brought me one of my best friends. Michael is one of the smartest, funniest, and kindest people that I know and I couldn’t be more excited for him and Paige! But enough about him, I am from Buffalo, NY (East Aurora if you’re feeling technical). My passions include anything Harry Potter, reading, hiking, and watching Josh Allen play football. I look forward to celebrating Michael and Paige as they take the first step towards the rest of their lives together!

Evan

Hello, my name is Teddy. I had the privilege of meeting Michael early in our first year of optometry school at Ohio State. I knew immediately we would develop a lasting friendship, as we shared so many similarities. For instance our favorite movie is Good Will Hunting. His ambition and drive has always been something I truly admire. Yet another similarity of ours! 

— But a little more about me: I am a scholar (self-proclaimed), retired athlete, and wannabe traveler who enjoys historical landmarks, tasting different cuisines, and finding new adventures. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for Michael and Paige, and am beyond proud of what they will accomplish in this next chapter of life!

Teddy

Hi, I'm Nathan and I'm from Overland Park, Kansas. Michael and I met in Optometry school over our mutual love of sports and the Rizzler. In my free time I enjoy watching football (Go Chiefs!), going to the gym, and being out in nature. I am excited to celebrate with everyone!

Nathan

My name is Griffin Mason and I’m from Coshocton, Ohio. Michael and I met in optometry school and will be graduating together this coming May—just in time so that Michael can have a wedding with what he loves most, fellow Buckeye alumni!! Obviously with that statement we butt heads like brothers, and it’s brotherly love that means I couldn’t be happier to see Paige and Michael celebrate their big day!

Griffin

My name is Brendan, and I'm from Stratham, NH. I didn't expect one of my biggest takeaways from optometry school to be that Penn State is apparently Ohio State's greatest rival—at least if you ask Michael. Over the last four years, Michael and I have bonded over surviving classes, planning tailgates together, and consistently underdelivering at golf tournaments. I'm so excited to celebrate him and Paige and to see where life takes us next after graduation.

Paige & Michael

Paige & Michael

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