Amanda and Stephanie have been friends for almost a decade. Amanda has been supportive, attentive, and encouraging throughout our friendship. We bonded over a love of music and shared hobbies. We have been inseparable at times and even when we were living in different states we were able to stay best friends. Through adventures and laughs she has become irreplaceable to me. She has made a huge impact in my life and I am lucky to call her my maid of honor.

Stephanie and Ashley met in middle school and created a bond that has lasted decades. I cannot express how much of life we have seen each other through, she is like my sister. As childhood friends we always dreamt about the future together and I am so proud of the women we have become. I could not have asked for a better friend to grow up with. Ashley is truly a once in a lifetime friend. She is loving and always ready to lend a shoulder when needed.

Mira is Stephanie's "little sister" from their time in their sorority Kappa Kappa Gamma. After meeting in our sorority, Mira and I bonded very quickly as it was apparent that this friendship was a perfect pairing. I am so grateful for the endless nights we have spent conversing over every topic imaginable. Mira is a shining light in my life. She has taught me so much as she is sweet, confident, and a true humanitarian.

Machelle and Stephanie met in college and became roommates along the way. Machelle is free spirited, fun-loving, and true to herself. I am so blessed to have her in my life. She has inspired me in more ways than one as we shared a similar career in teaching young children. Machelle has been an invaluable friend as she has strived to make time for everyone in our friend group to come together and make everlasting memories.

Shanelle and Stephanie met freshman year in college and spent many years as roommates. Shanelle has a heart of gold. The influence she has played in my life is monumental. Her advice and wisdom has helped me through every era of my young adulthood. Our friendship is encapsulated with good times and unforgettable memories. I will forever be thankful for the unwavering support she has shown me and her help in getting me to where I am today.

Courtney and Stephanie met freshman year of college as roommates in the dorms. Lucky is an understatement of how I feel to have been randomly selected to room with her freshman year. We spent the next 6 years as roommates and developed a friendship that is so special to me. We are so much alike, sometimes I feel like we share a brain! Courtney has been an incredible friend through the years and we have shared countless adventures together. Don't take a road trip with us unless you want to get lost!

Louis and AJ met in junior high through football and immediately became best friends. He may have not been the best influence at times but Louis has a heart of gold. A man who will offer the shirt off his back and move mountains to help a friend in need. His loyalty, honesty, and morale are what make him not just a great friend but a great father. It's a honor to have him as my best man.

Andrew is one of AJ's brothers. A smart, kind hearted, strong willed young man who has a great sense of right and wrong. To be honest I could have gotten into less trouble if I listened to him. Even though he is my younger brother, I always ask for his advice or outlook. I'm truly amazed by his wealth of knowledge, work ethic, and his morale. I couldn't be more lucky to have him as my brother.

Trey is AJ's youngest brother. The most kind hearted soul you'll ever meet. I aspire to have his level of kindness and creative outlook. I'll always cherish the time I had living with him in Salt Lake City. During difficult times he was always there to keep me at ease and give solid advice. I'm truly grateful to have him in my life and truly blessed to call him brother.

Drue and AJ met in middle school. Both of us recently moved to Park City at that time and he became my very first friend in Utah. 20 years later, our friendship is one of the many things I cherish most. A man who stays true to himself and will always have my back. He truly is my brother from another mother.

Gebo and AJ met in junior high through mutual friends and class. He quickly became one of my best friends. Through the years of our friendship, I inspire to have his work ethic and determination. A man who doesn't fear failure and is willing to risk everything to make his dreams come true. I know our friendship will last a lifetime.

Sam and AJ met in middle school and became friends through football. After a few years, our friend group grew which includes every groomsmen on this list. He was the tribe leader and someone I looked up to growing up. A kind man that would offer anything if in need. It's an honor to call him best friend.

Randy and AJ met through mutual friends in junior high/high school. A quick witted man who never fails to make me laugh. His blunt honesty always come at times when I need to hear it most. I'll always cherish knowing you'll have my back. True friends call each other out and that's what Randy is, a true friend.

AJ and Reese met in high school and immediately kicked it off. A kind soul that'll do no harm to anyone. When it comes to loyalty in a friendship, Reese will always be a top contender. A man who I know will always have my back. I'm truly blessed to have him as a dear friend.

AJ and Eric met through mutual friends in junior high. His sense of humor never fails to make me laugh. A man who is impossible to hate and can get along with anyone. No matter how hard of a time I'm going through, I know Eric will never fail in cheering me up. I'm truly lucky to have him as a friend.