Evie is my younger sister and such a blessing of a friend. She is quietly funny, consistently thoughtful, and thriftily cool. After years of fighting, we are finally friends by choice, amazingly similar and yet so different, and she is my maid of honor!

Margee is my older sister and one of the nicest, most compassionate people you will ever meet. Her big heart is well-suited for her job as a nurse and I admire her tasteful eye.

Kelli is my oldest (and final) sister. She is an amazing cook, also an engineer, a great listener and a wonderful advice-giver, and always down for a Margarita date.

One of my sisters-to-be, Anna is David’s youngest sister. Over the last few years I have come to know Anna as an admirably passionate person who has a huge heart for others. She is smart and outgoing and we’ve connected over our shared love and appreciation of other cultures.

My other sister-to-be, Becca is David’s younger sister. I’ve gotten to know Becca through pickleball matches, family game nights, and by being couple-friends with her and her fiance Noah. Becca is funny, crazy athletic, and an all-around cool self-confident person.

Sara was my roommate during our Junior year of college, we loved cooking, going on walks, and doing yoga together. Sara is probably the most genuine person I know, she is kind and goofy and thoughtful and smart and I could go on and on.

Hannah was also one of my roommates during my Senior year of college. She is so compassionate, quick to share in everything from laughter to tears. I can count on Han to listen well and point me to truth when needed as well as join me for pick-up basketball so neither of us is the only girl.

Emily, affectionately known as EmRo, was one of my roommates during my Senior year of college and is just one of the coolest individuals. She is a genius material scientist who runs marathons and cares deeply for her friends, I consider myself blessed to be one of them.

Addie and I have been friends since 3rd-grade basketball camp and was my Sophomore year roommate at college, Addie fulfills the idea of Sister-in-Christ to the extreme. She shows up at family functions, was part of the proposal, and is one of the people with whom I’m most comfortable.

Josie and I have been soul-sisters ever since we had nearly every class together in our first year of high school. I so admire Josie for her intellect, her humility, and her heart. Josie is just someone who gets me and is always down for an adventure.

Laura is my host sister from when I lived in Argentina in high school. She welcomed me into her world and was patient with me as I learned her language and about her life. She is incredibly hip and beautiful, a hard worker, and someone who is easy to laugh with. She is intensely loyal and I just absolutely love her as my little sister. * Laura may not be able to make the wedding what with her living 5000 miles away

Caleb and I have been friends since before we were born. Though he’s constantly beating me at pretty much every athletic endeavor, his kindness, steadiness, and love for the Birds have meant so much to me over the years.

Bobby and I became almost instant friends at Penn State as he was constantly pulling me into IM sports, PSU football games, and good conversations. His desire to serve the Lord and care for others inspires me time and time again.

Lucas has been there for me since the beginning of college, from late-night FIFA matches to road trips, to 6 years of (now virtual) weekly standing lunches. Our friendship can best be summed up in our ever-growing list of topics we need to discuss.

Nicholas has been so special to have in my life as a cousin over the years. I always appreciate his energy and care for everyone around him, as seen through many Fair Havens and other visits we’ve shared.

As a cousin, Nolan’s friendship has meant so much to me over the years. From Fair Haven to Thanksgivings together, to days spent on his boat, I’m grateful for everything he means to me.

From sharing late-night stories and getting dumped out of boats together from a young age, my cousin Jami and I have come a long way. He’s the life of every room he’s in and I always cherish our times together.

Though I feel I’ve just recently gotten to know Noah, it’s become instantly clear how much he loves the Lord and others. Through the family game nights, trips, and many pickleball losses he’s handed me, I’m excited to soon call him my brother-in-law.

I was blessed to get to know Jesse during my first year at Penn State and immediately admired his energy, passion, and love for the Lord. Crazy to think that the senior yelling Lady Gaga lyrics at me would one day be my brother-in-law.

Will has been such a blessing to me as he’s welcomed me into his home, family, and life. I look forward to many more dinners, conversations, and camping trips with my future brother-in-law.

If you want to enjoy yourself and have some laughs at the wedding, spend some time with Calder. He’s been such a great cousin and it’s always an entertaining time together, whether it’s hiking, skiing, or going out on the water trampoline.