Colleen is my Tri Sigma Little and my best friend. We met at Gettysburg College in 2015, and she has been a steadfast supporter of mine ever since. I am so happy she came into my life first as a friend, then a sister, and even better, part of my family.

I am so glad I have been blessed with two wonderful and supportive older sisters. Kat has known me my entire life, and thankfully still loves me despite that. She has always been there for me, even when I was a little bit ridiculous. She also let me live in her house for a year and a half while I lived in Texas.

Stephanie is the second of my wonderful older sisters. She has always been a light in my life, and a wonderful source of music and laughter. We love sharing recipes and having wine and Lego nights together. I am so thankful for all of her support.

Bre and I met freshman year at Gettysburg College playing frisbee. While our sports careers did not last long, our friendship has! She convinced me to join our sorority, Tri Sigma, and then I convinced her to move to Glasgow with me for a year while we got our Master's degrees. She has always been there to cheer me up and take me on crazy adventures.

Rachel and I have known each other since middle school. She was my high school band little, and has continued to be a lifelong friend. Although we don't see each other often, every time we catch up, it's like we were never separated. I am so thankful I have kept up with her and our friendship has lasted!

Truman and Mark met at Maine Maritime Academy in 2014 and have remained steadfast friends. Mark's favorite memory of Truman is their time together on junior cruise. Truman and Mark catch up often, and are bffs.

Justin and Mark met at Maine Maritime Academy in 2014. Justin has a really nice TV room that Mark wants. Justin and Mark keep up with each other by texting pictures of cool planes they spot in the wild.

Taylor and Mark met at Maine Maritime Academy in 2014. After graduation, Taylor and Mark sailed together on the SLNC Goodwill for a very long time. They've finally moved on to different ships, and are looking to sail on new tankers together!

Austin and Mark met at Maine Maritime Academy in 2014. They were roommates junior year, and when Mark and Austin both lived in Maryland, they were able to spend lots of time together. Mark was honored to be the Best Man at Austin's wedding in December 2022, which Danielle and Mark both attended.

Nick and Mark were roommates freshman year in college! They've remained steadfast friends despite Zinni being in Hawaii for the past few years.