erin's sister, julia, has been there since the very beginning of this story. they shared a bunk bed when nate and erin met during the 2020 pandemic, so she knew every detail from day one. jewie is fierce, loyal, strong, and caring. erin is endlessly grateful to have her as a sister and to have her standing by her side during this very special time.

maggie is erin's college roommate, but also her divine appointment. she has been there for erin for the past 10 years, through every up and down. for every dream and heartbreak. maggie is brave, caring, loving, and the brightest light. to know maggie is to love maggie. and man, does erin love her some maggie.

nate's sister, makenzie, has always been there for him when he needed a laugh or life advice; which is ironic being that she is the younger sister! she is kind, smart, driven, and always willing to help however she can.

nate's brother, nick, has been nate's best friend from the beginning. a trailblazer that showed nate and makenzie how to get the most out of life. he is always there to converse with you about both the shallow and deep, with a perfectly crafted cocktail in his hand.

ryn is nate's college roommate and the first friend he made after moving to louisiana. ryn has been there through the many ups and down of college, always giving nate the advice he needed to hear. ryn is a fierce and caring friend that is always unapologetically himself. a best friend to the end.

erin's brother, tj, is always there to put a smile on her face and offer a hug (and a joke) when needed. he is generous, selfless, hysterical, and the greatest cheerleader a girl could ask for.