Spent countless nights watching "Nuke's Top 5", drifting the side by side, and listening to just about every genre of music over the years. If there was an award for nicest dude, Alex would be an All-American. So thankful for the memories, and for him standing next to me when I marry the love of my life.

If I told little Claudia she would grow up and consider her big brother her best friend she would ask if he ever stopped calling her Marissa. The answer to that is no (please don't ask). It seems like the more miles between Eddy and I the closer we have gotten. He has been the most dependable, influential person my whole life and there has never been a question that he would be my "Man of Honor."

Speaking of All-Americans, meet Ethan. This is a guy who you want on your team whether that's basketball or life. While we may have met a little bit later in life, it seems like we've know each other forever. Oh, and watch out for him on the dance floor. I've heard he's a dog there too.

Allie is the one who protected me from all of our brother's antics, similar to the one I spoke of above. I like to think I have returned the favor by holding her hand in the urgent care on black Friday :). Allie has been a sister to me my whole life. I am so excited that her and her little girl get to be by my side on my big day!

Here's another guy that you definitely want in your inner circle. Joel is unironically one of the funniest people I know. There aren't many times spent traveling, golfing, watching sports, or him giving pep talks that we aren't cracking up the whole time. *Insert Chicago Bulls Intro Music*

A sister that anyone would be lucky to have, Dalaney is the sweetest. She is always thinking how she can make someone else happy. That is unless you are the tires on her car. If you see a set of burn marks on the pavement, just blame it on her being late and her inherited lead foot! We're so proud of her, and glad that she will be with us (on time) for our big day!

A true one-of-a-kind. Britt is one of the most caring people you'll ever meet. I've been blessed to be close to him for 22 years and counting. There isn't anyone more thoughful out there. Not only is he dangerous on the microphone, he is undefeated in Just Dance 2. (Specifically Rasputin) So watch out for that on the big day.

The not so baby sister anymore, Aleese (Smelly) was just an 8 year old with a 2 liter when we started dating. Now she's a sweet high schooler with her driver's permit that can tear up the basketball court any given night. Especially if it's against Claudia. (12-0) We're both so proud of her, and glad that she can join us for our big day.

This dude is a real one. Connor, (more commonly known to some as Connie) has shared some of my best memories with me. Everything from me trying to erase my hand to surviving Frankfort, Kentucky for a couple nights. Can't wait for one of the best friends I have to be around to make yet another memory on my wedding day.

Maddie and I have been planning our wedding days since we were 11 years old. From little league softball, to finding our way back to best friends in college, I wouldn't have it any other way. Maddie is truly a one of a kind friend and I am beyond grateful to have her by my side.

When I brought Joseph's best friend, Alex, along to our college church group, I never knew he would meet his future wife. I'm so grateful he did because I also gained a lifelong friend and I'm so happy she gets to return the favor and stand with me on my big day!

Nothing trauma bonds you better with someone than surviving two years of nursing school together. She is the kind of friend you want in your study room and life. I would not have survived college without this girl by my side and surely want her there by my side for "I do."