Tara and Haley met in the fall of 2013 as random roommates in College Station, TX. After being invited to go out with their other roommate at the time, the girls became inseparable. From going out to the dance halls, going to concerts, laughing at videos in bed, and sharing crazy midnight adventures. You always caught the girls laughing either with each other or at each other. Tara is so excited to have Haley by her side on her wedding day and looks forward to the many laughs to come.
Katie - Bridesmaid
Katie is one of Tara's lifelong friends. The girls met in 7th grade at the bus stop that was outside of Katie's house. Over the years, the girls bonded over boys, the Jonas Brothers, and shopping. There were many summer nights when Katie and Tara would stay up late into the night talking, watching movies or painting. Tara is very fortunate to have Katie be a part of the wedding party and continue to make lifelong memories with each other.
Mary - Bridesmaid
Tara met Mary when Tara was in 7th grade. Mary is Katie's little sister so Mary was in 5th grade. It wasn't until high school that the girls started to become close friends. Tara would drive Mary to and from school almost every day. Carpooling eventually turned into late-night conversations, advice-giving, and quick cat naps in the living room. Mary always makes Tara laugh even when Mary doesn't try. Tara is looking forward to crying with Mary on the special day.
Aubry - Bridesmaid
Tara and Aubry went to the same middle school, but it wasn't until the end of Freshman year of high school that the girls had mutual friends that brought them together. Shortly after, the girls became inseparable. Some people would even confuse them as sisters. Tara recalls the summer going into their Sophomore year of high school with Aubry being full of laughter, dance parties to Miley Cyrus and fangirling over Justin Bieber. As the girls got older, they could rely on each other for support. Tara is excited to have Aubry stand by her side on the day they talked about when they were in high school.
Sabas - Best Man
Kyle first met Sabas in 2019 at a work event. When Kyle moved to Abilene in 2020, Sabas and Kyle quickly started becoming friends as they have similar senses of humor and are both very open and honest people. During Kyles's time in Abilene, he and Sabas would pick on each other at work like brothers. When Kyle left Abilene in 2022, he and Sabas kept in contact with each other. A simple work-related call would turn into an hour-long conversation about life, relationships, and jokes. Kyle is very fortunate to have a friend like Sabas to keep him on his toes. Kyle knows he can count on Sabas on his special day.
Zach - Groomsmen
Kyle first met Zach while working in Abilene. The two started bonding when Kyle was assigned to train Zach while they were in the analyst program. As Zach recalls, his first impression of Kyle wasn't great as Kyle initially didn't talk much and mostly kept to himself, which was very unlike him. After a few days and a few jokes, the two started bonding, which eventually grew into a friendship. When Tara and Kyle moved into their first apartment together, Zach and his now wife, Kayla, lived in the apartment building across the street. Kyle and Zach would occasionally carpool together to work events and social gatherings. Zach is a reliable friend that Kyle can depend on. Kyle has enjoyed getting to know Zach over the years and is looking forward to having Zach by his side on the special day.
John - Groomsmen
Kyle first met John when he moved to Abilene in 2020. Prior to the two first meeting, their co-workers would frequently tell them how much they looked alike while attending virtual meetings. After meeting, they immediately found out they shared many interests and had a similar sense of humor. Most Saturday mornings, they were either at the disc golf course or at the gym. John has enjoyed seeing Kyle and Tara grow so close together and is happy to be part of their wedding day.
Tyler - Usher
Tyler is one of Tara's older brothers. Tara and Tyler were always close growing up. Even though the siblings are opposites, they shared a similar sense of humor and music. As grown up's today they still pick on each other and constantly annoy one another like they did as children but they wouldn't want it any other way. Tara and fortunate to have a brother like Tyler.
Travis - Usher
Travis is Tara's oldest brother. Being 7 years apart was a challenge for both of them growing up. They both had different tastes in everything. But at the end of the day, they can both agree that family has always been important to them. As they have gotten older, Tara has been able to turn to Travis for advice when she needs it the most. They push each other buttons and challenge each other in every way possible, but at the end of the day, Tara is happy to have Travis be a part of her special day.