Our Bridal Party

Greg and Michelle wanted to invite those who are nearest and dearest to us to stand under the Chuppah on our wedding day. These friends and family have never wavered and have been there for us in the best of times and in our moments of need. Thank you!

Michelle's parents: Aleksander and Sofia Shwarz





Greg's parents: Jeffrey and Sheila Bornstein





Maid of Honor: Erica Shwarz, Michelle's younger sister







This picture was taken at Erica's 21st birthday. It's a night we will not forget. It was Erica's first Mojito...which reminds us of our favorite Erica quote, "It's good, but I don't understand why did they put lettuce in my drink?" :-)

Thanks Erica, for the laughs, for the remote control in the refrigerator, for the looks in Stepp's class that only we understand, for the patience and the strength, for being the only one who understands where we come from, for letting me be your role model even when I didn't get it right, and for caring when I needed it most.


Best Man: Todd Bornstein, Greg's younger brother












Looking at these pictures brought back so many memories and stories. If I could have chosen any brother, I still would have picked Todd. Todd, thank you for helping me through all the rough times, for reminding me to follow my dreams as you have followed yours, for being my best friend, for being on the same team even if you didn't agree, for being my biggest cheerleader when I didn't believe in myself, and making sure I was never alone.

Bride's maid: Taryn Bornstein, Greg's younger sister



Greg and Taaaaahryn



Pre-gaming at Michelle and Greg's place.



She's definitely the cool sister, my sounding board and problem solver. It's a good thing girls mature faster than boys. Even today, when I look at you, I see the cute little girl with banana curls who loved strawberries. You were also the mischievous girl who managed to bang my head against Todd's and get us both in trouble. Taryn, those are still two sides of you I see and love today, the sweet and loving sister and the feisty, fiery woman you've become.


Groomsman/Bridesman: Yevgeny (aka Eugene) Kushnir, Michelle's dearest friend







Michelle met Eugene in 7th grade. They were 11. However, it was in college when they became very good friends and Eugene offered his friendship when everyone else was in Boston or elsewhere. Thanks for enjoying 2003 with me, listening when I need to vent, remembering that we'll be okay after the fallout, for watching me grow, for watching me fall when I grew too fast, and staying grounded. We're so glad you're in our lives and elated that you're now a dear friend to both of us.


Groomsman: Greg Berkowitz, Greg's leaning post





I met Greg at a Collaborative event- for those who have no idea what I'm talking about, it's a group in Philly that puts together social events for young Jewish professionals. As soon as we met, we hit it off, and it was the kind of thing where you meet someone and think they've always been in your life. He's like my brother when my brother can't be here. He's the first friend I call when I'm excited to tell someone the good news. Thanks for the good times, the "back door", Atlantic City, being my wingman, letting me be yours (I hope we find one soon for you), for being thrilled for my happiness, for your honesty, your brutal honesty, and being the other GB.

Groomsman: Derrick Zizelmann, Greg's partner in crime






My "bro"-- my friend, the unlikely friend, the friend who always leaves people asking how did you meet and how do I get his number? There is no one who brings more life to a party or joy to my day. Who would have expected that we could have traveled to Ohio, Vegas, Nashville, as different as we are, learning from each other, appreciating our differences, embracing our similiarities? D--your father still doesn't know, it's our secret forever. I'm happy to be part of your family as much as you have become part of mine.


More Pictures, just for the fun of it



The Bornstein children and their dog Buffy




OMG!! This picture is a result of Todd trying to be helpful to Mom and Dad by doing the dishes. Unfortunately, no one told him that you cannot put Dawn dishwashing liquid in the dishwasher. The result...a kitchen full of suds, side-splitting laugher, and an unforgetable Kodak moment. But it gets better. What happens when you try to flush suds down the toilet? You get more suds!



The Bornstein monkeys...I mean children