Best friend, college roommate, sister, and cousin - Ashley has been by my side since I was born. Our shared love of cheese, foot high-fives, and Harry Potter can get us through anything.

Abby claims our family is crazy, but she might be the craziest of all since she chose us! I have Abby to thank for feeding me and giving me a second home here in Greenville.

Ingrid is the queen of thrift-store shopping and really loves Florida. She always shares the candy in her purse and encourages me in everything, even hopeless pursuits like trying to make my hair as beautiful as hers.

Adam's older sister Jessica is a Wizard of Oz enthusiast, baseball fanatic, puzzle master, and misguided Gamecock fan (an unfortunate job hazard). She has supported and guided Adam since Day 1 of his life, even though she still hasn't quite forgiven him for the loss of her favorite rainbow ribbon.

Kaila is the reason I made it to Wooddale High every morning during my time teaching. Through Chick-fil-A Dates and Nachos at Nine, we somehow managed to survive two Beale Street Music Fests, hundreds of classroom horror stories, a family of tree rats, and 1 raccoon named Elvis.

The leader of our pack of three girls growing up, I have Kristen to blame for my dance moves. For everyone's sake, I hope the band doesn't play Shania Twain at the reception…

La was my first friend at Clemson since day 2 of cross country practice (her camp roommate forgot to wake her up day 1), and I blame her for my love of beer and Twilight addiction. I'm so thankful for the countless laughs shared and miles run, and for her being louder than me so that Coach kicked her off the bus instead...

Boots, Berkeley Place, and Beer. Buffo was my partner-in-crime throughout all the whiskey-fueled, dance-filled nights over the years, and she is the Queen of Quarters.

My first Goddaughter and favorite running buddy, this brown-eyed girl knows how to eat better than I do and got some serious dance moves from her daddy.

Brooklyn is my second Goddaughter and fashionista; I look to her for advice on what to wear and fun things to do.

Mary Beth has a passion for reading, Disney music lyrics, and Mr. Bear.

Heidi loves the beach, baby Patagonia, and can roar louder than her favorite animal, the lion.

Lahlo is my third Goddaughter, so naturally, she is an expert at snacking and taming monkey hair.