Jocelyn and I have been friends for nearly ten years and I wouldn't change one moment. Although our friendship has had its ups and downs, we've managed to remain close regardless of space and time. Jocelyn has had a positive impact on my life in innumerable ways and for that I am extremely grateful.

I met Michael in middle school when he moved with his family from out of state. Since I've known him, he's been someone I can always rely on to be a great friend. We've spent more hours than I can count together doing everything from playing video games or sports, talking about life, or (mostly) eating. I'm pleased to have Michael as my best man now and for life.

Danielle and I became friends in one of the most unusual ways. I can honestly say that our friendship has remained unusual and wonderful. Although there is distance between us, we have remained close and she continues to be a ray of sunshine in my life . She is one of my best friends and I'm so happy to have her in my life.

I don't remember meeting Ryan - I was too young to remember or understand the significance of his birth, but I wasn't too young later to remember being in constant trouble for hitting him in the back seat of Grandma's car between school and home. Thankfully, he put up with me, and today I can always count on Ryan to be there when needed. I'll forever be grateful for his presence in my life.

Jenn and I met in nursing school during one of the most stressful points in our lives--somehow we managed to form a bond and become extremely close. Although nursing school came to an end, our friendship did not. We've fought the odds of our extremely different schedules and have managed to make time for each other as often as we can. I am so happy to call her my bridesmaid and my friend.

Wesley and I first met in middle school, but we didn't become best friends until after high school. We've bonded over video games, cars, technology, weightlifting, and everything in between. Wesley is a great friend; one I can always depend on for jokes, as a sounding board, and a positive influence in my life. I look forward to being friends for years to come.