Mary has known Lea since they were in kindergarten together! Lots of shared stories and laughter from every stage of life! Mary is an incredibly genuine individual with the capacity to make anyone smile and laugh.

Sammi has been Lea's adventure companion and confidant for many years! She is always in Lea's corner and is a deeply loyal friend! She is the one of the most determined and passionate people that we know!

Mary and Lea are one of the beautiful Chattanooga friendships born of the Oddstory group run. She was one of the first people who got to hear about Lea and Mike's first dates and has been an amazing friend to both of them throughout the relationship! She is a bold, intelligent, and witty friend!

Michaela is one of the most uplifting, kind people that Lea has in her life! She is the person who consistently lights up every room that she enters and was one of the ultimate champions of Lea and Mike's relationship when they first started dating.

Martha is one of those people that you can sit and talk with for hours without every running out of things to say. She and Lea have had hours of running conversations, coffee shop giggle sessions, and she is someone Lea can always go to for advice. She never fails to bring happiness and light to a gathering!

Katie is the definition of a wise/bold/optimistic adventure partner! She and Lea have had countless deep life talks while driving across the country, dancing in the desert, and hiking in Chattanooga. She is someone Lea can always count on to be there for hugs and a home away from home!