Katie and I have been friends since the 5th grade. While there was a bit of a rough patch in 6th grade when Katie didn't invite me to her birthday party, all was forgiven by 7th grade. Ever since then, our friendship has never faltered. Even attending different colleges, Katie and I have stayed close friends and were finally brought back together when Katie moved to Atlanta after school. Weekly Bachelor watching parties, dinner dates, and dog walks are how you'll find us together most of the time.

Matt and Nick went to high school together but didn't fall in love until they were searching for roommates for college. Matt was there as a wingman the night Nick and I met. As usual, he broke the ice while Nick stood there and smiled. Matt has been planning his best man speech for our wedding since he realized it was possible for someone else to love Nick more than him.

Jeff and Nick grew up playing tennis and living down the street from each other. They lost touch in college some, but picked right back up when they both moved to Atlanta. Jeff and Nick can be found being destructive together, shooting guns, and generally causing trouble.

Oh man. I made quite an impression on Hallie when I passed out at the host desk thirty minutes into my first shift at Empire State South. Quickly, we were the best of friends. Hallie has been front and center to experience Nick and my entire relationship. Nick knew it was a big deal when I was introducing him to Hallie and luckily she approved! Always there when I need her, Hallie is one of the greatest people I've ever met.

My oldest sister, Kristin, has always been like another mom to me. Always the person to tell me like it is, I've always admired Kristin's honesty. About 22 years ago, I was the flower girl at Kristin's wedding. She's a bit older now than I was at the time, so I figured bridesmaid was a bit more appropriate!

Mike(y) and Nick go way back. In fact, Nick was there the day Mike was born, excited to finally have a brother! As with any brother relationship, they've always enjoyed pushing each other's buttons. Mike has lived all over, China, Ohio, California, and now Florida, and Nick is excited to have him back in Atlanta as a groomsman.

My second oldest sister, Kathryn, is the person you can count on no matter what. Always protective, she made sure that Nick was good enough for me since day one. If her judgement wasn't good enough, her four boys have made it clear that Nick is the best thing ever! She's always there for whatever you need her for, so of course I'll need her on the big day!

Derreck is Nick's brother-in-law. Everyone often talks about how similar Nick and Derreck are because of their entrepreneurial spirit, love of the outdoors, and documentaries.

Nick and Jason have known each other since 6th grade. They are co-authors of a book about Richard Hull (aka a school project). They attended high school and college together and now hang out frequently even though Jason loves sports and Nick... well, doesn't.

The sister closest in age to me, Shannon has always been a confidant of mine. We've spent a week in Costa Rica together fighting off bugs, bats, and frogs. What's possibly more impressive is that she survived a week in Panama City for my senior spring break with me and my other bridesmaid Stephanie. I know I can always count on her!

Stephanie and I met in 8th grade and became best friends after sharing homeroom, gym, Spanish class, and a locker Freshman year of high school. Some of my favorite and funniest memories involve Stephanie and I know she'll bring that to my wedding day. I've always said my goal was to marry a man who found me as funny as Stephanie does and that's hard to do so Nick is as close as we could get! Also, we take some of the best pictures together.

Nick and Justin have been friends since college. They recently went on a 90 mile bike ride together and have always enjoyed the outdoors. Nick and Morgan actually spent their first Valentine's Day together with Justin, picking up a cabinet from Craigslist and eating frozen pizza.

Nick and Cesar met in Athens while Nick attended UGA and became great friends. Cesar has always been a friend that Nick can count on, even with Nick now in Atlanta and Cesar in Athens.

I met Lisa when she started dating Nick's best friend Jeff. I constantly find myself saying "I'm so glad Jeff is with Lisa" because she's one of those people you just HAVE to be friends with. She's another one of those people who you can count on for anything. You never expect to find a best friend through your boyfriend's best friend's girlfriend (fiance) but that's exactly what happened!