Katie!! My go-to, my built-in hype woman, my favorite side kick. One of my longest, truest and closest friends. We met right before high school and made that first day (and every year after) a whole lot easier. We travel nursed together and made some of our favorite memories on the road. Katie has the biggest heart, the gentlest logic, and the kind of friendship that makes every moment lighter, funnier, and better.

Brianna is my coworker-turned-best friend and one of the people who knows me better than anyone. We met as little nursing assistants -instantly inseparable (and we still agree - work is only fun if we're on shift together). She's the one that understands my brain, matches my energy, and makes all the chaos of the day fun.

Jackie has been one of the closest friends since high school staying just as close in college and all the years after. We have been through every chapter together - the hilarious, the chaotic, the emotional, and everything in between. She's always been the one to make the fun times funnier and the hard time lighter. Get ready for Jackies unmatched energy at the wedding! Its contagious :)

Shelby and I went to high school together however, didn't start becoming friends until all my visits to Dayton. Ever since after college Shelby has been one of my most loyal friends. She's been there through every high and every low with laughter, love, and the best "lets have a drink and talk about it" energy. And of course could NEVER forget the minimum 3 things from taco bell on our late nights.

Jackie and I went to High School together at Padua. We started becoming good friends our senior year when we joined a group at Padua. No matter how far apart we have lived, we are always able to pick up right where we left off. her honesty, energy and free spirit make every moment better.

I also went to high school with Calli however, did not become really close friends with her until after graduating college. We had the best time after college back in Cleveland. She is now married to my cousin; Nicholas, and I couldn't be happier to have Calli as part of the family. Her two sons are great additions as well!

Kerah was one of the first friends of Mike's that I met and she instantly made me feel welcomed. She's dating Osh, Mike's best man, and together they are the perfect "down for anything" couple friend. Kerah is the definition of go-with-the-flow - Fun, supportive, and somehow always on my side (even when I'm definitely not right).

DeAnna!! Always down, Always fun! We met on a pick up kickball team, started a softball team and now we play volleyball on Wednesday nights together with our friends (Go Hawaiian Punchers!!). She's the kind of friend who is always down for a good time, shows up and hypes you up! I'm so happy to have her by my side in this next chapter of life. (ALSO huge shoutout to her for making all my invites and stationary)

I met Dakota on a July 4th weekend at Kyle's Cottage! From the first time I met her, I knew we were going to be friends. She's so easy to be around, she has her shit together and knows exactly what to do in any situation. Her and Kyle live 8 houses from Mike and I, which makes everyday life (and wedding planning) so much more fun! (their wedding is in October)

Mackena is the friend who's always the first to jump in and help - whether it’s rescuing appetizers, prepping snacks, or bringing calm to total pool-party chaos. She has helped me through life in many phases of it

Mantha is one of my cousins I grew up with, and someone I've always looked up to. She used to watch me when I was younger, and I've followed in her footsteps in more ways than one - including becoming a nurse on the same floor to start out just like her. I was honored to stand by her side at her wedding and now I'm so grateful shell be by mine.

Mary is another cousin I grew up with and someone who has always brought laughter and honesty into every moment. She watched me when I was little as well, kept me in line, and kept me laughing. Mary is fun, goofy, and the "tell-it-like-it-is" queen - and I love it!!

My soon-to-be sister in law. I couldn’t be more excited to have her joining our crazy, fun, loud family. She fit right in from the start — the kind of person who’s easy to be around, always laughing, and instantly part of the group. I love how perfectly she matches my brother’s energy, and I can’t wait for all the holidays, family chaos, and lifelong memories we’re about to share

Danielle is Mikes cousin. She has this sweet, genuine way of making everyone feel included - the kind of person who instantly makes family gatherings better just by being there. From the moment I met her, she made me feel welcomed, and her warm, calm, fun energy had been one of my favorite parts of joining the family.

Kelsey is Mikes sister, and from the very first time I met her, she made everything feel easy and fun. She's the most amazing mom and I feel so lucky to have someone like her to look up to in the family. I can't wait for a lifetime of holidays, gatherings, and memories getting even closer. Her three kids will be our flower girls and ring bearer, which means the world to both of us.