As soon as Abbie was born, she was my best friend, whether she liked it or not. We were constant playmates and throughout our lives, we've always turned to each other - whether it was while both of us were at Marist, living in Oxford while we were both at Ole Miss, or living in Atlanta trying to figure everything out after school. Abbie's creative energy and steadfast values have always kept me grounded and inspired. I have imagined her and Ansley by my side on my wedding day for as long as I can remember.

As soon as Ansley was born, she was my little baby doll. Abbie and I thought that we were Ansley's mom too, and we took that responsibility very seriously. We couldn't wait for her to wake up from her nap time and wanted to dress her in our American Girl doll clothes. As we've gotten older, Ansley and I have only gotten closer. She keeps me young and always keeps me laughing. Ansley is wise beyond her years in a lot of ways, and I often find myself turning to her for advice, when usually people assume it would be the other way around.

Lauren is my oldest cousin, and we have always been close. The first wedding I was a bridesmaid in was Lauren's, more than a decade ago! I remember being amazed by what a beautiful and elegant bride Lauren was. Since then, we have celebrated the coming of Lauren's three sons, one of whom is my godchild, Thomas. Even though they live far away in Houston, we find time to visit and catch up, and I treasure all of our memories together.

Sally and I were fast friends when she moved to Atlanta from Michigan and started at Marist in the middle of 8th grade. She brought an entirely new energy to our group of girls. Sally always keeps me honest and has never been afraid to call me out when I need it. In many ways we have grown up together, and we have always prioritized each other from the times when she was at Auburn and I was at Georgia to when I was in Oxford and she was in Atlanta. We have so much fun together, and she is such a strong pillar in my life. She is someone I can always count on for honest advice, and her strong convictions and confidence make her an incredible source of wisdom. I am so proud to call her a best friend!

Meg and I have known each other since we were 12, and that shared life experience shows! We have always had fun together and always seem to be on the same wave length. We share common values. Once we both started at Georgia after Marist, we knew we could turn to each other whenever we needed to. We were in different sororities and different majors, but we valued and prioritized our friendship. After law school, Meg and I had a blast living in Morningside for a year while we were both working! Meg always had patience with me as I was studying for the bar or working crazy hours. I am forever thankful for her, and I am so excited to have her by my side.

Kate and I have been through it all together, starting with our time in Athens where we lived together for three years. Kate and I can make each other laugh unlike anyone else, and we always seem to be thinking the same thing. We're guilty of going to dinner or lunch and sitting at the restaurant and talking for hours long after we've finished eating. I stood by Kate's side when she married David, and have been able to celebrate the coming of her son, Sam, with her. I am so blessed to have such an amazing friend who I get to keep up with even though she lives a little ways away.

Morgan is my newest friend in this group, and I am so thankful Connor brought her to me! Morgan and Jack are probably some of the most loyal friends I have ever had. They are hilarious and always down to have fun. Morgan is unbelievably thoughtful and thinks of everyone. She is the ultimate hostess and always is working to make everyone feel welcomed, included, and celebrated. I know that she will be a lifelong friend, and I cannot wait to share this next phase of life with her.

My little nephews are too cute to handle! Lauren's sons have brought so much light into our family, and I am so blessed to call one of them, Thomas, my godson! I can't wait to see them come waddling down the aisle!

Like the Ortego boys, Bryce, as the new addition to the Babaz clan, has brought so much joy and excitement. We are so thankful he will be a part of our day.

Gracie is the first girl on my mom's side since Ansley. She is absolutely darling, and we know she will make the perfect flower girl. We hope she lets her big personality shine, and we know she will have us all smiling.