Best Man
No introduction needed here. If you've known me for a while you know Will by default, no way around it. Will & I have been in school together our whole lives. Really became tight in high school through mutual friends and interests in sports & music. Nobody I would rather go to a concert with on an impulse. Many stories that can be told but he's been my guy through it all and I couldn't imagine my life without him. We pray for Abby & Ally as they have been roped into this mess and there's no getting away now.
Groomsman
Evan Warych was my random selected roommate freshman year at Iowa State. Had no idea what we were getting into and had no idea this kid would end up being my best friend and the reason I stayed at Iowa State. Struggled through freshman year together until getting our stuff together and ended up being roommates for 5 years in Ames. He's always down for a heated debate over the dumbest topics like mint chip ice cream being the undeniable GOAT (one of his worst takes). Nobody I would rather trudge through the mud with.
Groomsman
Nathan was my first friend that I can remember growing up down the street from each other in Coralville. We grew up with a competitive spirit in everything we did that would make you think we hated each other but it was always all love. That relationship has continued to grow and no matter how much is packed into the schedule I can always make time for a beer or a round of golf with him whenever I am home. He'll always be my guy to text when Iowa basketball and football inevitably let us down. Been fun to watch his professional success with P&G and personal with Suzanne.
Groomsman
Tim attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison and we met in college through my roommate, Dan Acton. Immediately we connected through our unhealthy infatuation for college football and EDM. I worked in southern Wisconsin over the summers and Tim was posted up in Madison about an hour north which really allowed our friendship to grow linking up on the weekends. We have formed a tradition to go to one new college football experience together each fall. A tradition that is perfectly fitting for our passion. Tim & his wife Julia have become some of my best friends and I always look forward to our reunions.
Groomsman
Ahmed Noureldaim, otherwise known as "Beezle", has been one of my guys since we met freshman year at West High. We ran track together and really got close through our choir/showchoir/sporting interest and mutual friend group. Beezle went to Iowa while I was at Iowa State and became my Iowa City connection whenever I came home. He always welcomed me to crash on his couch with open arms, many times I would later regret that decision in the morning. I've really come to appreciate our conversations whenever we catch up as he's always down to earth and feels like we have never skipped a beat. Our recent shared enthusiasm for EDM has made for some all time nights.
Groomsman
I grew up with an older sister and never had the pleasure of having a brother to mess with. Isaac has become that brother to me. We share a lot of personal interests both growing up Iowa fans and Isaac is attending UofI right now. Really good guy who has learned to take my dry insults and dish them right back. Excited to call Isaac a member of my family and keep that spirit alive for many years to come.
Maid of Honor
The girl who is quite possibly the mastermind behind Danny and my relationship. Abby essentially introduced Danny and I and has been rooting for us ever since. I met Abby freshman year and lived with her for 3 years...not to mention 9 weeks in her HALLWAY in Chicago. She's the only one I could have done that with. And let me add, this new long distance relationship thing with Ab is TOUGH. She’s my girl. She keeps me level headed and I'm so lucky to have her in my life.
Maid of Honor
My sister and MOH who borderline loves Danny more than I do. The amount of times I head, "Oh, Ally, you got a good one! Danny's so cuuuute!" I mean, girl, back off! ;) Every year that goes by, Nat and I get closer and closer. Since I've moved to Florida, Natalie will call me every so often just to "have some girl talk" and I love it. She's the Elsa to my Ana and we'll always protect one another.
Bridesmaid
THEE ultimate hype girl you need in your life and I know I'm glad to have in mine. Julie and I met in college and got to live together senior year. I can always count on her for a good time and to greet me with a Moscow Mule. She can make a complete stranger feel loved and valued and it never goes unappreciated.
Bridesmaid
Let's just say Kate and I seem to have our own language ;) She brings out the extra goofy and fun side to me and I love being around her. Kate's the sweetest friend who will vouch for you whenever you need it. Speaking from experience, she'll also drive over 2 hours (a smidge over the speed limit) to see you for 5 minutes before you move across the country. The definition of a ride or die. Kate will always be my girl and I'm so lucky to go through life events like this with her.
Bridesmaid
My hometown girl who understands me through and through. Holly and I always seem to be on the same page - social life, work life, the need for a good drink after a long day - you name it. She's the friend that'll pick me up if I fall... after she finishes laughing. It keeps me humble, honestly ;) Truthfully, Holly's an amazing friend and I can't wait to celebrate our weddings together this year.
Bridesmaid
From teammates as toddlers in gymnastics to high school besties to now - Megan has been someone I'm so lucky to have as a friend. We grew up playing tennis ball in the lot across from her house and being partners in every school project until teachers got too annoyed with us. Now as 20-somethings, whether I'm wanting a fun night out or a long car ride talk, I know I can turn to Megan.
Personal Attendant
Haley and I like to stay in touch more in more ways than one. Sure, we snapchat or text daily, but we also have a 2 year email chain going back and forth. I think that explains a lot about our relationship. She's the girl I can vent to or have a ridiculous night out just the two of us. Haley bends over backwards for her friends and I'm happy to have her in my corner.
Usher
Andrew and I are cousins. We have always shared the same affinity for sports, college and pro alike. Being a year apart in age he & I have always been tight and his presence at every family gathering was something I always looked forward to. Our friendship developed beyond family ties when he and I went to Iowa State. Never a dull moment meeting up with him to play basketball, study, tailgate, or attack the bars together. He's always had my back and has mended with my core friend group over the years. His presence at any function turns it up to the next level. Excited for many more gamedays and weekends shared together in the future.