Aaron is my middle brother and one of my best friends. Whether it's hauling hay, sheetrocking a ceiling, building a bar, or any thing else I need a hand with Aaron is my first call and I know he'll be there before he even answers the phone. I couldn't ask for a better brother. He's been there for me my whole life. He knows and understands me better than anyone other than Alex. I've looked up to him my whole life and I'm proud to call him my Best Man.

Emma is my beautiful cousin who is often confused for my sister. When we were little, Emma was a sassy little red head who was always causing trouble. I used to get annoyed having a shadow everywhere I went, but now I cherish our time together. Emma has grown up to be a wonderful young woman who is going to be a fantastic teacher someday. Even though she is attending Oregon State, I still love her to death! I am so glad to have you around Emma Loo!

Amanda and I met while attending the University of Oregon. We struggled through several math classes together and quickly became best friends. She was my study, dance, and shopping partner while we lived in Eugene. Her laugh is contagious and her creativity is endless. It always seems like we were separated at birth because we have a lot of 'twin moments'. Even though she is a cat person, she has become a huge part of my life and family!

Chael is my cousin but he's always been my brother. We've been best friends since the day I was born. When we were younger we would hang out every weekend, building forts and having campfires at my grandma Gootz's house. As we grew older we spent less time together due to school and work, but Chael will always be my best friend and brother, no matter what.

Emily and I attended high school together but it wasn't until she started dating my brother, Rick, that we became really close. I consider Emily a part of the family as it feels I have known her my whole life. Emily is always willing to listen to me complain/vent and I always appreciate that! She is a beautiful person inside and out! (She will be the first one to shed tears on the big day!)

Jory is my cousin, Chael's older brother, and a best friend for life. Jory, Chael, Aaron, and I have all been as close as brothers from day one. Jory has been a workout partner, a confidant, a defender, and the comic relief for me. He knew Alex before I did and encouraged me to ask her out after I told him that I liked her. He even drove me to her house the first time we hung out after we met at Silver Falls.He's done so much for me through the years and continues to do so. This man would take a bullet for me, and I for him.

Amanda is my soon to be sister-in-law who is married to Ben's oldest brother, Dan. She is the amazing mother of P.J., Hannah, and Wyatt! Amanda and I bonded during our tailgating adventures at U of O and have been close ever since. Amanda is the type of person that will do anything for anyone she loves and expects nothing in return. She is one of the most generous people I know. I am so excited to have her as my sister! I am also excited to (officially) have a niece and two more nephews!

Rick, AKA Loren, is Alex's brother and has been one of my best friends since I met him a few days after I met Alex. I've spent a ton of time with him over the past nine years and I feel like I've known him my entire life. Rick is another guy who will be there for you any time, any place, no matter what. I already consider Rick my brother and the wedding will make it official.

I met Bobby the first day of Kindergarten and we immediately became best friends. He's one of the smartest and most creative people that I know. All through grade, middle, and high school we stayed close. We've learned from each other, helped each other, and of course made fun of each other. For over twenty years Bobby has been there for me and I don't even want to think about what my life would be like if I hadn't met him.

Liz is Ben's older sister and amazing mother of Cayson and Hudson. She is independent and I can't tell you how much I admire her strength and perseverance. Liz is an expert dessert maker, gift giver, super creative, and thoughtful. I can't believe it's been almost 9 years since I first met her. I am so lucky to not only have her as my sister, but to have Cayson and Hudson as my nephews (officially) too!

Such an awesome group of ladies I have by my side. Each one of them holds a special place in my heart and I cannot thank them enough for all they have done!

I met Brenden around fourth or fifth grade. We went to different schools but met through sports and quickly became good friends. Middle school meant going to school together, and that's when our teachers would probably tell you that things started going down hill... at least for them. Brenden is the funniest person I know and our joker personalities made us best friends in a hurry and got us into a little trouble now and then. Like my other groomsmen, I know he would do anything for me and I'm proud to have him stand next to me on my wedding day.