Kendra and I met during Covid on a college small group Zoom call and immediately hit it off over the show Nashville. We have been best friends since and have been on many adventures. I was just in Kendra’s beautiful wedding to her sweetheart, Michael, in November!

Kathryn and I met through a brunch at my church shortly after moving to Atlanta. We became such good friends we live in the same apartment complex for daily coffee runs, work from home hangouts, and watching multiple seasons of 90 day fiancé.

Alissa and I met through my triplet 18 year old cousins. They expressed to Alissa (their athletic trainer), “Caroline just moved here and has no friends”. Pity turned to getting Mexican food and Alissa and I quickly became best friends and have been since!

Nicole and I met in Seattle. While I was there for work at Microsoft, I often took part in my church playing ultimate frisbee and other activities. As the only two girls at ultimate frisbee, Nicole and I hit it off, became close friends, and have loved reuniting when I go back to Seattle for work trips.

Julia and I met during one of my internships in college. As a full time employee, Julia immediately was such a friendly face. I saw her heart when she decorated my whole cubicle with memes for my birthday. We easily “launched” a friendship and have been a sounding board for each other and consistent support system for the last 6 years!

Sarah is my sister in-law, but I refer to her as my sister and great friend. Sarah has been such a loving support system (even when my brother is acting like.. well a brother) and such an amazing woman to look up too. She is also an incredible mother to my two nephews, Carson and Casey. I feel so blessed to have her in my life!

Katey is Paul’s lovely sister. She immediately welcomed me into the family with open arms. Since the beginning of Paul and I’s relationship, he has consistently praised her love and kindness throughout all the phases of his life. It is evident of their closeness through their laughter when I have noticed them on the phone and their joy and smiles when seeing each other after a couple weeks.

Rachel is Paul’s new sister-in-law. Rachel and Paul’s brother, Ty, got married this last November in a beautiful venue in Tennessee. Rachel and I immediately hit it off from the day we met and have loved already being there for each other! Paul and I are super excited to visit Ty and Rachel in their new home in New York, hoping to spread some warm hugs in the cold!

Meet Ty: Paul's younger brother, best man, co-funcle, and life of the party. We've been thick as thieves since we could terrorize the neighborhood together, which we still do. He has always pushed me to be a better brother, man, and Christian. He is a master of wit, charisma, and determination who fearlessly loves his wife, Rachel, and dog, Archer.

When you meet your future brother-in-law for the first time in a speedo, you set a certain standard that is hard to meet. I expected the best for my sister, which he far exceeded. You may not know it from his peaceful demeanor, but Luke fearlessly balances raising four little rugrats, keeping Ckick-Fil-A running, and tactfully navigates Randall's political commentary. Luke is a man who can do it all and do it with class, humor, and style.

Thomas is Caroline's brother, and he always brings his A-game. The first time I met Thomas, we built a rifle and blew through hundreds of dollars of ammunition (shhh-neither spouse knows). Thomas' heart overflows with love for his family through his love for the Lord. Today, he'll add to his role as a brother-in-law and future hunting partner.

Nolan and I lived just a few doors down from each other in high school. That close proximity blossomed into a lifetime friendship, and we would climb the tallest mountain in the world for each other—or, in our case, we did just that! Nolan has an uncanny ability to make you laugh until your side hurts. He now actively searches for the cure for cancer.

A legend in his own right. Dennis (we don't use his first name) and I cemented our relationship through extraneous offhand comments in 7th-grade English. As close to me as he is my family, our brotherhood has been filled with both lighthearted and possibly lethal pranks. As iron sharpens iron, Dennis has always pushed me to grow into the man that I still aspire to be. He serves our country in one of the most prestigious Ranger regiments, defending our freedom to celebrate as we do today.

Steve single-handedly convinced me to move to South Texas, and it was one of the best decisions I ever made. From teaching me how to two-step to hosting our legendary annual seltzer bracket challenge (you'll get a taste on the wedding day), we've shared countless unforgettable memories and those we hope to forget. A moment is never dull with Steve because he carries joy and positivity wherever he goes.

Another South Texas transplant turned lifelong friend. Kai is hands-down one of the chillest people you'll ever meet - the kind of guy who makes every moment feel like an adventure. Want to try a new craft beer? He's your go-to expert. Thinking about sailing around the Yucatan Peninsula. He's already got your course charted. Kai's genuine spirit and incredible gift of bringing people of all kind together make him someone I'm truly grateful to have by my side.

My Puerto Rican plant daddy! Gil and I met at Dow, where our shared passion for fitness quickly bonded us—though let’s be honest, we might take it a bit obsessively. Whether it’s a serious moment or a hilarious one, Gil and keep the mood light. He has a knack for uplifting any conversation with his unique humor and insightful perspective, bringing light and laughter to every moment. He’s the kind of friend you can always count on to truly listen and offer support, no matter what. His selflessness and ability to connect with others make him someone I’m incredibly lucky to have in my life.

As rumors spread about Kevin's knack for consulting, we were staffed on a project together in Knoxville, TN. Here we became regulars (and occasional champs) at Trivia Tuesdays, Planet Fitness, and making the world's most average quiche. After multiple trips around the US, Kevin will fill in my seat when I head back to school. With an impressively terrible blackjack record and an equally impressive ability to build people back up after they’ve struggled, Kevin is the kind of friend who brings humor and heart to every situation.