Morgan or “Ma-moo” is my big sister and my best friend. We are a week shy of being 4 years apart. I am so glad that I have someone I could always look up to. She has been my biggest cheerleader in everything that I do, a shoulder to cry on, and someone who will always be there for me. I don’t know if I would have made it through the hard times without her because she always knew what say or do. I am thankful I have such a funny, loving, adventurous person for my bigsister. I love her so much and can’t wait to have her stand by my side when I marry Dillon.

Kaitley is my best friend. Our moms worked together so we have known each other our whole lives. She has been the one friend who has been to every birthday party, and has been there through thick and thin. She is someone I know I can always trust and know will always be there for me. We always said when we were little that we would be in each other’s wedding. I can’t believe that this is actually happening!!! I am so glad to have our friendship. I would not trade it for anything. She has made me the person I am today. For that, I am thankful.

Abbie is my first cousin on my dad’s side of the family, so I have known her my entire life. We were always at my nana’s house together. I may have been the baby of the family, but she and my sister always took me in and let me be apart of their games, even when they would trick me and make me look like a clown. Over the years, we have become closer, and I lover her like a sister. My senior year of high school, she married Dustin. I was one of her bridesmaids, and now, we get to switch roles. Super proud of the beautiful, world traveler that she has become.

Abi is the first person that I met at Truett. She was on the volleyball team and I played soccer, so we were in the same dorm building. I can remember all the times in the hallway talking about everything. The next year, I left Truett, and we never lost touch. Then, she decided to go to Liberty in Virginia, and I am so glad she did. She accomplished so much while she was there. She finally came to her senses and moved a little closer. I am so glad our friendship did not end when she moved away. We talk all the time over FaceTime and when she is home it is very bitter sweet. I am so glad God placed her in my life.

Kim is going to be my sister-in-law!!! I actually met Kim before I met Dillon. She worked at the sandwhich shop at Truett. Everyday that I went there, Kim would always ask about my day. She was always someone I could go to when I was having a bad day. When I met the family and saw Kim there, I knew I was where I needed to be. She has just entered into a new chapter of her life. She became a mom this past December, and it is so precious to see the love she has for Kaiden. I can’t wait to officially be Auntie M!!

I met Lindsey my senior year of high school in gym class. She was a freshman who I had invited to church. I ended up being the driver of our friend group because I was the only one who could drive. She may be a couple years younger than me, but she is someone who I consider to be a true friend. I am so glad I have someone to jam out to songs in the car with, tell each other everything, and have our Mexican dinner dates.

Neleh is Dillon’s little sister. Over the past 3 years, I have watched her grow into the young lady she is now, and I can’t wait to watch her grow even more. She is someone that puts her all in everything that she does and excels. She may be younger, but she is definitely taller than me. I can’t wait to call her my sister-n-law.

Tyler is my brother. He may not have ever been told, but he was my best friend growing up. From sports to video games, he always was there to play with me and compete. Everyone who knows me knows I love competition and I love to win. He always gave it right back to me and was protective of me in sports till he graduated. Super thankful for him and his support in my life.

Matt is my most enthusiastic friend. Matt was my best friend through everything I endured my freshmen year of college. We ran on the track team together at Truett, and he trained with me every day. When we both decided to go our separate ways after freshmen year, we kept in contact, but he went home which is 2-3 hours away. We still talk every day, but we don't get to see each other much anymore. He is super supportive and is always there for me for talks and advice in all situations.

Taylor is Mallory's first cousin, and over the last few years, we have grown very close. From family dinners to adult league sports, Taylor is a guy I know I can count on for help any time I need it. Prior to dating Mallory, Taylor and I played softball and basketball together for years as well as coached, but hardly talked. I knew as soon as we got to know each other better and added the possibility of being family, I knew we'd have a great connection.

Jacob grew from someone I hardly knew to the person I confided in the most. He was there in my darkest and hardest times when some people weren't. He has supported me in more ways than I can count, and no matter what, I know he will always be there for me in the long run. He is another lifelong friend that I will never forget the memories we made and will make.

Jay Taylor is the true definition of a childhood best friend. We played football and other sports together from the age of 7 all the way through high school. We were always at each other's houses, and at every birthday party and sleepover for probably 10 years straight. He was and is a lifelong best friend and I will cherish our memories forever.

Noah is my first cousin Gracie's husband. He officially became family with me last October, and he has always been a shy guy until we got to know each other. When he graduated we became closer, and eventually had a college class together and helped each other in other classes. I talk to him almost every day and he is always is in a chill mood which helps keep me chill.