Sophia met Naomi when she was 11 -12 years old at one of her mom's friend's home. Sophia remembers being so shy and calling her over to the corner of the dining room to introduce herself. From then on, Naomi has been part of so many of Sophia's best memories. Now, Sophia can't imagine her special day without Noami standing by her side.

Emily watched Sophia grow up and was there for some of the most embarrassing moments of her life. Sophia hopes Emily will never tell anyone about them! Emily is so great and has been an amazing companion to Sophia throughout all these years. Sophia is so excited to have her by her side as she go through this new chapter in her life.

Michael met Akira in middle school orchestra, where they quickly became close friends and bonded over basketball, Runescape, and video games. Throughout the years, that bond has never changed! They've shared so much laughter, fun, and wins in pick-up basketball together. Though Akira moved out from Maryland, he remains Michael's most fearsome super smash rival and closest of friends!

Willy has always been a part of Michael's life since childhood as a close older cousin and friend. Michael's favorite memories include ganging up on Willy with their other cousins in wrestling when they were kids, and winning games and prizes at D&B! More recently, Michael is lucky enough to start making new memories with Willy's daughters, aka our nieces.