Nate and Charlie met in school when they were 5 years old. They went to different high schools but remained great friends to this day.

Matt and Charlie met in their early 20s through a mutual friend. Their love of outdoor recreation has been a huge part of their friendship.

Charlie and John met through Nate and were roommates for 3 years.

Charlie has known Seth since Seth was born. They have stayed close friends since. Their love of photography has brought them on many exciting adventures together.

Dan and Charlie met through work, and the two found a shared love of Rocket League, PB&J burgers, and fireside chats (with s'mores!)

Katherine and Lindsay met during Welcome Weekend at UIUC and decided to be roommates for two years! Katherine and Lindsay love watching movies and baking together (especially chocolate chip cookies).

Lindsay met Katie late at night when Katie welcomed Lindsay to the neighborhood in Champaign with peonies from her garden. They became writing buddies and supported each other while writing a novel and a dissertation. One day they made homemade beer-battered cheese curds!

Mads and Lindsay were paired as roommates their first year of college at UW-La Crosse. They continued their friendship through PC gaming and iced coffees on Mad's porch when Lindsay's driving between Champaign and Appleton.

Hannah and Lindsay met while working at SAP as baristas. They share a love of coffee, games, and food.

Emily and Lindsay met through Dan and Charlie. They became fast friends through delicious margaritas and a love of food.

Nancy is the reason Charlie and Lindsay met! She was the realtor for Lindsay's parents' house who asked Charlie to photograph the house. We are very grateful for Nancy <3