Chelsea has been my best friend for what feels like a lifetime. You know that rare feeling when you meet someone and realize they’re basically your soul in another body? That’s Chelsea. Honestly, she might be my soulmate… Should we even be having this wedding? (Kidding!) We’ve been through so much together, always lifting each other up and holding each other down in the best way. From concerts and chaos to comfort food and cocktails, we’ve made memories that can’t be matched. I truly don’t know what I’d do without her. I’d be completely lost.

We’re doing things a little differently, because how could I possibly choose between these two incredible women? That’s right, I have two maids of honor, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Danielle is my older sister and someone I can count on endlessly. Whether it’s a marathon phone call (her favorite) to vent, laugh, or plan our next big adventure, she’s always there, ready to listen, support, or say, “Let’s do it.” I couldn’t ask for a better sister or a more loyal friend. Having her by my side means everything to me.

School wasn’t easy for me, but one of the people who kept me going was AJ Brandenburg. From countless hours of debates and ridiculous conversations, to the bands and music projects we’ve poured ourselves into, AJ has always been a steady presence in my life. He’s never hesitated to dive into whatever wild creative endeavor I’ve dreamed up, and he’s always been there to cheer me on—second only to Olivia. I honestly don’t know what my life would look like if we hadn’t met. When I was younger, I always wished for a little brother—and in AJ, I found one.

When JR and I first met, we couldn’t stand each other. But one day, something just clicked, and from that moment on, we’ve been family. JR became my big brother—the one who’s always been understanding, protective, and endlessly caring. He’s stood up for me against bullies in high school, and even shielded me from stray elbows in the mosh pit. Everything I said about AJ applies to JR as well—I couldn’t choose just one best man, because I truly needed my best men. The three degenerate your friends warned you about.

Our officiant is someone very close to our hearts—Mike’s brother, Eddie! We wanted our day to be extra special, so who better to guide us into marriage than family? Eddie has been there through laughter, memories, and countless adventures, and now he’ll help us take this next step with love (and maybe a few jokes along the way). Eddie is not only full of warmth and humor, but as a jiu-jitsu enthusiast, he’s also doubling as our security—so everyone behave!