Kate has been a part of Ashley's life since preschool, where they attended "lunch bunch" as toddlers and hit it off swinging on the monkey bars and running from the boys (cooties)! After many more playground dates and giggles over juicy juice and goldfish, their friendship took off. Since then, they have gone through every stage of life together. They made it through elementary school talent shows, fights over who got to be the pink power ranger (of note, Kate won every time) awkward middle school dances and field trips, high school parties, sports, and relationships, and continued their friendship while attending separate colleges. Kate went to Northwestern University, one of the few to venture out of the New England area, and took home two National Championships for the Division 1 Women's lacrosse team. Kate has already visited Nashville a handful of times and met Dylan during the "friendship" stage. She was there the weekend Ashley and Dylan decided to go on their first date! Now, Kate lives in the Seaport District of Boston, fully enjoying her views of boats pulling in and out of the harbor and her walks along the water. She currently works in tech sales for Hubspot and couldn't be happier!

Dylan has known Derrek for the past 24 years (which makes sense because they are brothers and Dylan has known Derrek since birth). Derrek has always looked up to his big brother Dylan for his intelligence and attractiveness (and by attractiveness, Derrek means really really really good looking). What Derrek probably does not know is that Dylan secretly looks up to him too. Derrek is known by all for his ability to form amazing relationships with his family, in his work setting, and through friendships. He is known for his work ethic, sense of humor, and loyalty. What many people don't know about Derrek is that he has both a strong and sensitive side that allows him to connect with people on many levels. So when it came time for Dylan to decide which man would be standing next to him on the biggest day of his life, Derrek was the only person he would consider asking, to be his strength as he watches his bride walk down the aisle. Now for a little background information on the best man. Derrek is a graduate of St. Thomas University where he studied business. After graduation, Derrek decided to stay in Minneapolis where he recently bought his first home and started a new job as a consultant with Three Bridge. Dylan is looking forward to seeing Derrek in their upcoming family vacation to Napa Valley.

Maeve is one of those amazing friends who comes into your life and makes it better. Maeve and Ashley became friends Freshmen year of High School at lacrosse practice. The two of them were seen sprinting around, dancing on the field *lacrosse sticks definitely used as props* and laughing uncontrollably. Needless to say, a beautiful friendship was born. Maeve's love for life, her high energy, warm heart, and loyalty is truly one of a kind. Ashley and Maeve are still found laughing at their own jokes, breaking into spontaneous dance parties and having late night life chats. In High School, Maeve quickly became a big part of the family, stopping in for holidays and showing up on birthday mornings blaring music and cooking all 3 birthday members (Dad, Shane, & Ashley) chocolate chip pancakes. However, even with this kind gesture, she was accused of wiping out the Donlan family peanut m&m stash, and was forbidden from going near the "candy drawer" for the duration of their relationship. (Maeve is still loved by all Donlan family members) After living in Asheville, NC for two years working for a Wilderness Therapy Program, she decided to move back to New England. Now, she is currently living in Portland, Maine, enjoying the proximity to home and being back by the ocean.

Patrick is Dylan's cousin, but really he is more like another brother. Some of Dylan's fondest memories are of their times skiing, golfing, and playing tennis together. However, a few memorable moments come to mind when Dylan reflects on their youth together. Patrick was Dylan's hero as a child after fearlessly saving him from an imaginary porcupine in the snowbanks of Park City, Utah--although imaginary, this ferocious animal was VERY real to Dylan and he is forever grateful. Another memory surrounds tennis matches that took place in his hometown of Appleton, Wisconsin. The majority of the matches were boring for Dylan as he beat Patrick game after game, allowing Patrick a win here and there only to boost his self-esteem because Dylan began feeling bad for his cousins' many losses :) Dylan was honored to stand as one of Patrick's groomsmen as he married his beautiful wife Taylor back in April of 2015. Dylan cannot wait to see how Patrick and Taylor's life unfolds and looks forward to many future memories with this awesome couple. Patrick lives in Tampa, Florida and is a Financial Advisor for Wells Fargo (which is great because Dylan and Ashley will be needing some free financial advice in the foreseeable future.)

Jon is Deidra's future husband and Dylan's future brother-in-law ---the couple recently got engaged in Park City, Utah this past January. When Dylan found out that Jon was going to propose to Deidra, he could not have been more excited to welcome Jon into the loving but crazy Van Lith family. Dylan even secretly takes a small claim in their successful relationship as Dylan encouraged his sister Deidra to take a summer camp job in upstate New York, where the two of them met 8 years ago. Jon is known for his sense of adventure and with both Jon and Deidra having careers in education, they are allowed summers off to head back to camp in New York where they first met. They can both be found taking small trips all around the country, utilizing every weekend off and school holiday to their advantage. Most recently, they came to visit Dylan and his stunning fiance in Nashville, TN followed by a trip out west to Park City, Utah where they boarded the slopes. Next on their list of adventures is Denver, Coloardo. Dylan is ecstatic to have a math teacher join the family as him and Ashley often talk about how terrible their future children will be at math (to note, Dylan and Ashley still count using their fingers). Jon recently moved to Minneapolis to live with his fiance, started a new job as a high school math teacher, and will now understand the stress of having to help plan a wedding. Cheers to Dylan's beautiful sister and his new brother Jon!

Deidra is Dylan's younger sister and the two of them were pretty much inseparable from the start, often being confused as twins in their youth due to their white blonde hair, fair skin, and similar voices (Dylan is thankful that his voice got deeper over time). Their childhood bond has only strengthened and Dylan could not be happier to see how Deidra has shaped her life. Deidra is in Minneapolis pursuing her love for education. She is a High School business teacher, DECA leader, and GM of the school store- her true passion ;) During the summer months she travels to upstate New York where she works as a Camp Counselor. Not only is this camp something Deidra looks forward to every year, but it holds a special place in her heart as this is where she met her fiance, Jon! **head over to the groomsmen section to check him out ;) Spoiler alert: Ashley CANNOT wait to have another sister-in-law! Ashley and Deidra have become very close over the past couple of years. In fact, they pretty much have the same taste in almost everything! The two of them understand and value the importance of hair "volume," and will sit in front of the mirror discussing hair products for way too long. They will both be out shopping and pick out the same shoes, scarves, jackets, sweaters....you get the picture.. but most importantly the two of them get to plan their own weddings together! Deidra is getting married this winter. Love is DEFINITELY in the air!

Shane is Ashley's twin brother, the strong yet quiet member of the Donlan family. Dylan has enjoyed getting to know Shane over the past two years over golf, volleyball, and family games --everyone's favorite, Fibbage and Catch Phrase. Dylan loves how Ashley's face lights up when she talks about growing up with a twin. She talks about their ping-pong competitions, pool days, and endless basement parties where Shane would show up uninvited with all of the Norwell boys. Shane even transferred colleges to the University of New Hampshire so he could be closer to his sister--so she claims Now Shane lives in Norwell, Massachusetts where he recently started a new job in Finance. In Shane's free time, he enjoys trying new craft beers, golf, and gathering up his hometown friends to play soccer, baseball, basketball, or as Shane would say "sports". Dylan is looking forward to learning more about his future brother in-law and cannot wait for him to be standing beside him when he marries the closest person to him, his sister Ashley.

Liz and Ashley grew up as neighbors, constantly being called "one of the boys" as their neighborhood was 95% male. The late night flashlight tag and pool sessions brought these two girls together back in elementary school. The kicker to this great friendship is that Liz and Ashley were never in the same class growing up, instead they put Liz in the same class as Shane, Ashley's twin brother---head over to the groomsmen party to check him out! Never being able to figure out why this was, they decided that Liz was always paired with Shane to "keep him in line" ;) Liz and Ashley then went through high school together, carpooling in the mornings, stopping for coffees, and ending up in the kitchen of Liz's house on a Saturday afternoon. You would catch these two embarrassing themselves singing along to Miley Cyrus, swapping gossip from the week, and drinking diet cokes. (These events may or may not still take place) Their relationship continues to be filled with jokes that only the two of them find funny, and neither of them intend on changing that. Now, Liz is living in the North End in Boston, pursuing an education in Law. This smarty pants is in her second year at Boston College and can't wait to be done with her rigorous coursework so she can begin her future career.

Meet Chase, the cutest and most handsome member of the Donlan family! This little man will be turning 3 years old in March and has graciously accepted to take on the responsibilities of Ring Bearer (after a little bribery of ring pops and a teddy bear). Some may argue that the ring bearer is the most important role of a wedding, making Chase the perfect man for the job. Let's talk about some of the things he LOVES (besides his Auntie Ashley and Uncle Dylan). The T.V show Paw Patrol was everything to Chase, he would sit directly in front of the television, cheering on his little puppy friends as they saved the day and solved crimes. Now, that he is older and wiser, his new love is choo-choo trains (who can blame him) and he gets to go with Mom (Rachel) and Dad (Patrick) every Saturday morning to the train tracks in downtown Kirkwood, MO. We love getting pictures of him, doughnut in hand, watching the trains pass by--best.day.ever. Now, Chase is looking forward to warmer weather so he can get back in the pools and swim around with Dad. Chase is an incredible little swimmer and jumping off the ledge into Dad's arms never gets old (Really, he could go on for hours). Chase gets cuter day by day so get excited to meet the most adorable ring bearer this September and catch him showing off his moves on the dance floor (yes ladies, he is still single.)