ABOUT US

ABOUT AMY
As of September 1, 2001, Will and I have moved back to our hometown of Beaumont, Texas. I was born 'n' raised a bulldog, Nederland Bulldogs. I received my G.E.D. from Lamar University in 1995 and used to spend my time working as an administrative assistant in downtown Austin for 401(k) Investment Services. My free time, when I have it, consists of playing on the internet, visiting friends and family and being a couch potato. My hobbies are painting, sewing, crochet & web design. Things I like are tranquility and relaxation items, Seraphim Angels, animals, cooking (when in the mood), books, the Renaissance period, and motorcycles. When I'm able, I like to spend as much time as I can with Will, Cloak and Dagger.

ABOUT WILL
I am originally from Beaumont, Texas and attended Lamar University, majoring in Economics, for a few years before moving to Austin to work for Dell Computer Corporation. My free time consists of watching or playing football & wrestling (Edge & Christian rock!). My favorite football team is the Jacksonville Jaguars. GO JAGUARS! I am an avid reader, Stephen King novels are my first choice, anything else is my second choice. Favorite movie category is thriller, muahahahaha. My collections include anything dealing with KISS (the band) as well as comic books and thriller movies of course.



HOW WE MET
We consider ourselves an unlikely couple. If anyone had told us that we'd fall in love and get married, we never would've believed it. We met in 1995 at a hotel party in Beaumont, Texas held by J.T. We didn't really talk too much to each other you could say. We basically stayed on opposite ends of the room that night. Our best friends, Jason and Kelly did seem to hit it off rather well though. =) Kelly and Amy visited the Art Studio quite often, where Will played bass guitar in a band (Adam Strange). And eventually, we all just started hanging out frequently. You can thank Jason and Kelly for us visiting each other more and more. And eventually, we started dating.



WHEN WE GOT ENGAGED
October 4, 2000



HOW IT HAPPENED
After five years of waiting, Amy finally popped the question through email. Well, it is the twenty-first century, isn't it? =) Will actually accepted, which shocked the hell out of Amy and the rest is pretty much history.



ABOUT OUR WEDDING

WHEN
August 18, 2001
Austin, Texas



A LITTLE ABOUT THE BIG DAY
Click here for details about our wedding



THE WEDDING PARTY

AMY'S ATTENDANTS

Kelly, Amy, B.J. and the lil ones are Julia and Lizabeth.

Lori Heather Nelson -- Twenty five years old, Scorpio...and my older sister. She was recently married in July of 2000 to Heath Hebert and currently works as a bill collector at Home Care Supply in Beaumont, Texas. She is a very artistic and bright person and I am happy we have been given the opportunity to be sisters. Although we've never agreed on anything, our ever-growing friendship spans our lifetime, which is why I chose her, my friend and my sister, to be my Maid of Honor. :as of August 17, 2001:

Barbara Jean Jensen -- We met in the ninth grade of high school, the year 1992 and have been friends ever since! Over the past years we've been planning and scheming, been through thick and thin and are there for each other whenever needed. In 1998, I had the pleasure of being the Maid of Honor in Barbara's wedding, in 1999 I had the honor of being present at the birth of Lizabeth Jean, and in the year 2000, I stood by Barbara's side at the birth of Waysie Charles. Barbara is an amazingly talented woman and spends her time taking care of her children at home. Barbara will be standing at my side on my day of marriage as my Bridesmaid. :as of August 17, 2001:

Kelly Deanne Bonura -- My singin' buddy! Kelly is 23 years of age and a Taurus. We met in the eigth grade of middle school, and we have still remained close at heart. Ah yes, I remember the days we shared singing 'The Beatles' (Imagine was the most re-occuring song), 'James Brown' and many more. She's currently a stay-at-home mother of two precious children and a world-famous clarinet player. Well maybe not the world, but she's famous in my eyes and not to mention a great girl! Kelly and I have been through a lot together and have stayed in touch through it all, which is why she has been chosen to stand at my side on my day of marriage as my Bridesmaid. :as of August 17, 2001:

Lizabeth Jean Jensen -- Lizabeth is a beautiful and bright child of the young age of almost two. She is the daughter of Barbara Jensen and will preside as the Flower girl on our special day of matrimony. Yes, we know she's a tad bit on the young side...but that's okay. We know the possible outcome. *grin* :as of August 17, 2001:

Stephenie Ann Boecher -- Stephenie is a very dear friend of Will's. They attended high school together at Central High and hung out constantly. When Will and I moved to Austin, I had the pleasure of finally meeting Stephenie and pretty much fell in love with her that first moment. She's an excellent cook, fabulous decorating taste and a great friend. Will and I are honored that Stephenie will be lighting the candles for our wedding service. :as of August 17, 2001:



WILL'S ATTENDANTS

Jason Bonura & Shannon

Jason Douglas Bonura -- Age: 24. Married with children. *smirk* Married with children...tee hee hee. Jason currently resides in Nederland, Texas and works for the City of Nederland. We go way back. In 1997, we shared an apartment together for a while, until having to depart our seperate ways. Have no fear though, we remain in constant contact...via phone, computer, and football. In 1999, I was given the honor of being the Godfather of Jason's first child, Julia Ena Aline Bonura and in the year 2000 I became a Godfather once again to Spencer Douglas Bonura. Currently, Jason is in the process of learning HTML, self taught. Best of luck to you Jason! :as of August 17, 2001:

Jason Wayne Champagne -- Jason is a man who goes by the beat of a different drummer, idiosyncratic. On most weekends, you can find him in front of the T.V. playing games with me and Shannon. During the weekdays, I'm pretty sure you'll find him sleeping or something like that. Status on J is: Age-24. Job-recently worked as a contractor for IBM and made lots of money. Relations-single. Go get'em girls cause he's a pretty cool guy to hang out with! *S* :as of August 17, 2001:

Shannon Matthew Dale Smith -- Even though he lives with his parents and still lets his momma dress him, we still like him. *grin* Shannon is 20 years old, born and raised in Beaumont, Texas. He is currently majoring in Computer Science at Austin Community College and works for Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation as Sr. Desktop Support Technician. When he's not at either of those places, he can often be found under the hood of his Mustang or wasting away the hours playing games with me and Jason and eating Amy's pies... hehe... :as of August 17, 2001:

Ring bearer -- Unfortunately, a ring bearer will not be in the wedding. Due to certain circumstances, the ring bearer previously chosen had to cancel. :as of August 17, 2001:

Jonathan Michael Boecher -- Jonathan and I are old friends, you could say. We always hung out together...and he even married my good friend Stephenie! He currently works at Dell Computer Corporation, has a passion for reptiles as well as motorcycles. (Amy is currently quite jealous of him because he's getting a bike and she's not.) =) Jonathan will accompany his wife on the day of my marriage to help light the candles for our wedding service. :as of August 17, 2001: