Wedding Party
Jake
Best Man
I met Jake in 12th grade in Okinawa, and we’ve been causing trouble ever since. We’ve worked every job under the sun together and made the world suffer through our terrible raps the whole way. He’s not just a friend — he’s family.
Ryan
Groomsman
I met Ryan when Jake and I moved to Austin to work cell towers, and he’s been like a crazy uncle to me ever since. He won’t tell you how not to get in trouble — just how to be smart about it. He’s been a solid friend, a wild one, and someone I’m grateful to have standing with me.
Nick
Groomsman
I met Nick while working cell towers in Colorado, and before long I ended up working for him. He’s been a mentor, a friend, and honestly a father figure in my life. He’s housed me, taught me more skills than I can count, and showed up for me in ways I’ll never forget. I’m forever grateful for our friendship.
Stephanie
Matron of Honor
Stephanie isn’t just my best friend — she’s the person who will drop anything, no questions asked, the moment I need her. She’s been there through every surgery, every high, every low, and every messy middle in between. She’s the one who says yes to adventures, concerts, and “we definitely need another tattoo” moments. Her loyalty runs deep, her heart is steady, and her presence has carried me through some of the hardest seasons of my life. Having her stand beside me on this day feels exactly right.
Courtney
Bridesmaid
Courtney is my Crohn’s doppelgänger, my medical‑mystery soulmate, and the one person who understands my life on a level no one else possibly could. We met years ago through our surgeon — which is honestly the most on‑brand beginning for two future ostomate besties. She has the biggest heart, keeps me laughing even on the hardest days, and has walked through every up, down, flare, and victory with me. There’s truly no one else I’d rather have standing beside me — forever ostomates, forever besties, forever in this wild journey together.
Charlotte
Bridesmaid
Charlotte is my little sister, and our story hasn’t always been simple. We’ve walked through so many highs and lows together, growing up side by side even when life pulled us in different directions. But this new season — where we’re not just sisters, but finally becoming real friends — has meant more to me than she knows. I’m grateful for every step that brought us here, grateful for the closeness we’re building, and grateful that she’ll be standing with me on one of the biggest days of my life.