Rebecca is more than my cousin—she’s one of my truest friends and has always felt like a sister to me. From childhood sleepovers to navigating adult life, she’s been a constant source of love and laughter. Rebecca has a natural way of making me laugh and feel seen when I need it most. Having her as my Matron of Honor feels like the most natural thing in the world, and I’m so grateful to share this day with her, along with every other day.

Heather has been by my side & my twin for as long as I can remember. As cousins, we grew up together, but she's so much more—a best friend, a sister, and one of the most loyal people I know. Whether we’re laughing until we cry ('GO ON & GET'...if you know you know) or supporting each other through life’s biggest moments, Heather has always shown up with her whole heart. I can’t imagine this day—or my life—without her in it.

Shelby has been my best friend since we were 15, and our friendship has only grown stronger over the years. From high school to college roommates, and now as each other’s honorary “wifey,” she’s the person I can always count on for honesty, humor, and unconditional love. We share the same weird sense of humor and a bond that only gets better with time. Shelby has been there through all the highs and lows, and having her stand beside me means everything.

Amanda and I met playing high school soccer and instantly clicked—bonding over Grey’s Anatomy and our notorious coach (if you know, you know). From those early days to now, she’s been a constant in my life, standing together through heartbreaks, celebrations, and everything in between. Amanda is the definition of loyalty—fiercely supportive, deeply caring, and always just a text away. I’m so lucky to have her friendship and to have her by my side on such an important day.

Ros and I met in college through the education cohort, but it was our senior year that truly sealed our friendship. From late-night study sessions to celebrating her wedding and surviving our first year of teaching side by side, she’s been a constant source of support, encouragement, and realness. Ros is someone I can always count on—her heart is huge, her intentions are pure, and she always shows up for the people she loves. And if there’s one thing we’re gonna do… it’s carry.

Hannah and I go way back—to the days when we actually didn’t like each other! But once we realized we were equally annoying (in the best way), we became inseparable and spent the rest of our childhood wreaking havoc on our families. From endless sleepovers and birthday parties to heated Wii battles over who got to be Player 1, and now cozy book club nights, HP has been a constant in my life, and I’m so lucky to have her standing by me on this day.

Hannah and I grew up playing soccer together, but it wasn’t until she started working at Dacula Middle with me in 2023 that our friendship truly came full circle. Since then, we’ve become inseparable—coaching soccer, sharing laughs (and plenty of work-related trauma bonding), and being twins. She’s one of those rare friends who just gets it, and now I honestly can’t imagine life without her. Even our dogs, Hudson and Obi, are besties—it was meant to be.

Birdie has been someone I’ve looked up to since I was younger—the ultimate “cool older friend.” But it wasn’t until we were both in Rebecca’s wedding party that our friendship truly blossomed and took on a whole new meaning. We bonded over Hamilton and endless TikTok scrolling, and despite the miles between us (she’s in Chicago), I’m so grateful for how close we’ve become. I’m pretty sure our brains work the exact same way, and having Birdie by my side means the world to me.

Sammy was my very first friend—we met in kindergarten and quickly became inseparable. From playing soccer and sleepovers to feeling like the third sister in their family, we’ve shared countless inside jokes and unforgettable memories. Sammy is the kind of friend you don’t have to see all the time, but when we do, it’s like no time has passed. I’m so lucky to have her in my life and by my side on this special day.