My friendship spans over 20 years, starting with being friends through church and blooming into becoming best friends in high school. Caity has been a constant supporter of me throughout my life, always encouraging me through all life’s phases. We have traveled the world together including trips to Greece, Hawaii and the Caribbean. Celebrated major life milestones together like graduations, 21st birthdays and any event that warrants a party.

My sister Eva (Mordis) is the life of the party! She brings so much joy into any room she is in. When I was six and a half years old, I found out I was getting a sister after having only brothers my whole life. I was so excited to have a sister. I have loved her deeply ever since I found out about her. We have traveled together, partied together and enjoyed life to its fullest. Mord, can’t wait to have you by my side on wedding day!

Britt and I have been inseparable since our time at KPMG together in 2018 laughing and running around NYC. She is one of my closest friends and has gotten to know Andrew and our love throughout the last 2 years. Although we live states away, our friendship stays strong and I always feel her support and love. We’ve supported each other through adulting and will never say no to a wine night. Love you Britt, can’t wait to hear what you have up your sleeve for wedding day!

From high school volleyball teammate, to life long friend. Kelly you are such an inspiring amazing person. I love that you’re always down for any type of day and that we’ve always made time for each other even though we haven’t lived in the same state for many years. 2 days or 2 months in between the last time we talked, I love that we always pick up where we left off. Love you and can’t wait to have you by my side for wedding day!

All the way from Groningen, Netherlands comes Lucy! Lucy and I became friends when she studied abroad at Geneseo at the exchange student dinner after I came back from my abroad semester in France. We hung out almost every day for the rest of the semester and I cried like a baby when the semester ended and she headed back home. Luckily that was far from the end of our story. We’ve traveled extensively together including a 5 and a half week European backpacking trip and have managed to stay in touch being countries away even through COVID. One of my favorite memories is our first sky dive together. Lucy, thank you for traveling across the Atlantic to be by my side, I love you.

Sara and I met through the DPhiE Zeta pledge class. Sara is one of the most caring people I know but yet also one of the most fun. We ruined many shoes in frat basements back at Geneseo and continuing our friendship into adulthood. We’ve had many fun visits to NYC and Chicago (while almost freezing to death on the Chicago boat tour in late December) and keep in touch to celebrate life with each other. I love sharing similar interests and cheering on each other through life. Can’t wait to have you by my side!

Mere and I met through my awesome brother Zack. Lucky for me, we got to permanently add her to my family in 2018. Mere is so loving and supporting. She has cared for me in the lowest points of life and cheered me on in my highest points. At the wedding, you will see us breaking it down to Lady Gaga ‘Just Dance”. We have shared many campfires, picnics and late night swims. Love you Mere, can’t wait to have you by my side.

Peter is the best brother that a groom could ask for. Since we were kids, we have supported each other in common interests such as video games, fencing, and reading. Later in life, Peter introduced me to rock climbing which was instrumental in establishing my social life in Chicago. To this day, I know that I can count on him to listen to my nerdy interests and help me in my most important life events.

Matt has been a great friend since we met our freshman year of college as randomly selected roommates. Our shared love of food, fantasy books, and complaining about our lackluster dorm room ensured that we would be roommates and friends for the rest of college. Although distance and recent life events have made it hard to see each other as much as I would like, I always cherish the moments we get to share together.

David and I met through our mutual friend, Matt, during our time at Miami University. Since then, we have been kindred spirits via our love for competitive video games, books, and movies. I'll never forget our 3AM Taco Bell runs or all of the time we spent "making gains" in the gym during college. David is always down for a good time and I can't wait to celebrate my wedding with one of my life-long friends!

Patryck and I met through our mutual friend Matthew, also via online games. Throughout the years, we have traveled all over the map, from Banff, to the Northwest Territories, and even across the Atlantic to Poland! I love that I can always count on Patryck to not only jump into the deep end of an adventure with me, but also push me to be my best self.

Andrew and I have been good friends since we met at Miami University. He introduced me to and fostered my love for the outdoors, for which I will forever be grateful. Since college, we've always loved going on hikes, playing frisbee golf, and going on adventures (my personal favorite being when we built an igloo on Acton Lake during a blizzard!)

Eric and I have been great friends since we met in a Computer Science class at Miami University. Since then, we have been involved in countless nights of shenanigans in Oxford, Columbus, and Chicago. We even founded a startup together! Although the company (KickFlip) didn't last, I am proud to say our friendship has and I can't wait for another great celebration with you.

Will and I met in Kansas City at our mutual employer, Cerner, shortly after graduating college. Afterwards, we both moved to Chicago where now continue to work for the same company - ABC Supply! Over the years, we have spent many late nights together gaming and adventuring both inside and outside of the US. I count myself lucky to have Will as a close friend and can't wait to celebrate with him soon!

Graeme has become as close as a brother to me over the last 7 years. We have enjoyed many games of Mario Party, Monopoly, Ticket to Ride and Escape Rooms. I believe I have also convinced Graeme Chicago is a better city than hometown Detroit and can count on him to persuade his parents to make a family visit to Chicago. Andrew and Graeme have really bonded as they have several common interests and we’ve become one big happy family. We love you Graemie, thanks for being a part of our big day!

C-Boy! I am confident our wedding has the cutest Junior Ring Bearer out there, wait til you see this boy in a tux! Clayton (C-Boy) is our nephew who has brought so much love and joy into the Norris family since his arrival to the world in March of 2023. He is growing to be such a sweet and active boy. We love you C-Boy, thanks for being part of our day!