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If you asked Monica's mom how her daughter met Thomas, she'd happily tell you they met at the local library. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. They met using a strangely named dating app by the name of 'Coffee Meets Bagel'. Neither had high hopes for it but were happily surprised. Thomas slid into Monica's DMs with the oh so clever line of "So word on the street is you're into videogames." Monica knew it was meant to be. They met a few days later for a breakfast date at Sophia's Pancake House. Monica was a bit nervous and thinking she was tapping the table leg with her foot, turned out to actually be Thomas' leg. He was just too polite and nice to tell her otherwise. He claims his leg was "terribly bruised" days later but Monica knew he was just teasing. However despite this "injury", the date was successful and they agreed they wanted to see each other more. A few years later, they found themselves in the beautiful city of Rome. One of their destinations while there included the Roman Forum. Walking up to a scenic overlook with the Colosseum in the background, they asked a kind tourist to take their photo. She took a couple but after being prompted by Thomas to take a couple more, Monica became suspicious. She had come to learn that Thomas was the type to only be patient enough for a single photo. She did not expect him to get down on one knee and all Monica could manage to say was "Thomas" about 50 times. She could hear the tourist mutter to herself "Oh my god" as she frantically snapped away photos. Thomas was so nervous he had opened the box upside down and almost put the ring on her index finger. It was still the best moment she could ask for. During their time together, they've had many adventures filled with traveling to new countries, trying to find the best ramen wherever they may be and cosplaying at their favorite annual event: C2E2. They love to take their fur son Lincoln out on walks and for Starbucks dates when able to. They can't wait to see where life leads them.

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Monica met Megan in the 4th grade when she asked her if she was related to the other blonde haired, blue eyed person next to her. Considering Monica was originally from a school where the majority of students were minorities, this was a reasonable question in her 8 yo mind. This sparked a conversation and they have been (thankfully) stuck in each other's lives ever since. They have bonded over a mutual love of baking and passion towards their nursing careers. Over the course of 22+ years they've practically become each other's sister and share the silliest memes at all hours of the night when they should really asleep. They look forward to finally planning their bestie trip that they've discussed for years (2025, looking at you).

Megan McCausley

The story of how Josh and Thomas met in first grade has been a heated debate for over 25 years. Regardless of their first interaction (would be as long as a novel if typed out) they have been best friends ever since. Growing up they would play tag at the local playgrounds, sing along to weird al Yankovic songs and grind the world of Runescape. Despite Josh living in Indy while Thomas lives in NWI, they're still able to enjoy each other's company for impromptu board game nights at Thomas' house. One of Josh's many accomplishments is being THE founding father of ultimate frisbee. And no need to fear, everyone's safety is ensured thanks to our very own eagle scout in our presence by the name of Josh.

Josh Bobeck

Monica met Devin when she started her first job as an RN at Franciscan Olympia Fields. Devin was the cool and smart nurse who orientated her to the 2500 unit. Monica later confessed she knew she wanted to be her friend and tried to subtly push her in that direction. Spoiler alert, it worked. Over the course of helping each wipe the bottoms of many patients, hype each other to call a doctor at 2am for orders and their very good internet sleuthing skills they became great friends. 

Devin Polaczek

Honestly speaking, Thomas was almost intimidated by Mike when he first saw him walking the halls in middle school. Fast forward to senior year of high school, Josh invited Thomas to play dungeons and dragons at Mike's house. Turns out he was also a fellow nerd so he was cool in Thomas' book. Thomas and Mike eventually bonded over weightlifting, playing Rocket League and late night Meijer runs. Mike became one of the founding fathers of "Midnight Breakfast Adventures." 

Mike Storino

Monica met Holly at her first job as a circulating nurse in Franciscan Hammond. Once it was let out that Holly also loved The Office, they could not stop quoting their favorite episodes. What started as trying to sneak their way into each other's cases and meeting up for pizza and ciders at Brewfest, has now become meeting up for monthly brunch to discuss their latest reads. They love to share photos of their fur babies and now real human baby (hi Steeley). They look forward to reading more books together that are hopefully not so disappointing.

Holly Koebel

How did Sharif and Thomas meet? ...Neither are exactly sure, but it occurred somewhere in the halls of middle school. Thomas probably overheard Sharif talking about his love of chicken strips. Their friendship just sort of blossomed as they moved into high school. History class allowed them to discover their mutual love of sunflowers while catching up on Algebra 2 homework.  If you ever need help with Log math problems, Sharif is your man. At any point of the wedding if you need to find him, you'll most likely spot him being the life of the party on the dance floor.

Sharif Rahmany

Monica met Khoi during a birthday celebration when her best friend Alros brought his new girlfriend around 7-8 years ago. Depite not talking much at first, they quickly became very good friends after realizing they both shared a love for korean dramas and all things kawaii. They love to plan double dates to cool new restaurants and just trying new food in general. Plus, they enjoy sharing ways they can spoil their fur babies. Which is, if you ask them, definitely not how they spend a majority of their money (it is).

Khoi Nguyen

One 8th grade day, Thomas got to lunch too late and had to jump one table over to find a seat. Luckily for Thomas, TJ eventually joined him at his table. TJ was a new kid so Thomas was unsure about him but somehow their conversation led to discussing videogames which sparked their friendship. Over the years, TJ would host the coolest videogame LAN parties at his house. You can always count on TJ to instigate Thomas to drink more at parties...which Thomas will gladly oblige to. You can say T.J. is a good influence. 

Monica & Thomas

Monica & Thomas

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