Best Man
I've known him all of his life! I like to think that Corey and I have our own language and inside jokes that only we find funny. Being his brother is something I can't put into words as it is an ongoing experience. I'm really glad that he is by my side through this fun ride we call life.
Best Man
I have also known him all of his life! In some ways I think that Chris is/was my mini-me. He is super kind and considerate and will pretty much go with the flow. Like with Corey I couldn't imagine having anyone else as my brother and I'm glad that he is by my side and I with his.
Groomsman
I first met Terry back at the movie theater and over all of that time I got to see him marry Amelia (also in the wedding party), see his two boys grow up before our eyes. Also play softball together, fantasy sports, skating...well actually pretty much anything related to sports will bring us together. I could always count on Terry to be there if I just needed to talk with someone and that is still very true today.
Groomsman
I honestly couldn't tell you the very first time Josh and I met. BUT the first time it was just him and me on a trip to see our Vikings play you could say we became the best of friends. Sports, movies, and music! One could say we even have a song. (That is a poorly kept secret, but don't you worry it will be playing at some point at the reception.) Josh is the friend I never knew was gonna come my way until it happened, we can always talk about anything, I can guarantee the Vikings will probably be the first topic though when we do ;)
Groomsman
Like Josh, I couldn't tell you the first time Shane and I had hung out. From what we could recall it really began just meeting at the bar and have some wings. Pretty quickly I got to hang out with Shane and his equally wonderful wife (then girlfriend) Taylor, along with some of their friends. Nowadays all four of us will meet and play board games. (Or maybe watch Mean Girls, but you didn't hear that from me.) Shane has always kept it real and like everyone else in the party I can always count on him when I need him.
Maid of Honor
We met at Carter's, and like so many other people who find friends in the trenches of work; we bonded over the difficult parts of life. She is a down to Earth friend and I've had to joy of not only becoming friends with her but also her daughter Ivy. Back when I lived in Sioux Falls, I got to spend many days watching over her and the joys of seeing Ivy learn. There have been many times when Nathan and I visit that Erin will hang out with me for hours and hours and we will chat about anything and everything.
Matron of Honor
It all started when I lived in Vermillion and there was a new family that moved across the street. Not realizing that I would make lifelong friends. I saw their very young boy, Vihaan, outside while they were in the process of moving in. I decided to walk across the street with a new teddy bear in hand to welcome them into the neighborhood. (Vihaan still has that teddy bear.) Deepti is a fantastic artist and we love to talk about crafts, as Nathan knows I can't stop going to Hobby Lobby for crafts. She has always been in my corner and one of my best cheerleaders since we have met.
Bridesmaid
One of the first times we met, I brought them a ton of baby clothes. (You'll notice a theme here, haha.) We really began to bond during the pandemic as we would go for walks. We've had the joy of seeing Taylor and Shane's girl, Nora, grow before our eyes. There would be many nights, still to this day, where we will hang out and play board games. (Sometimes she might even let me win haha.) Taylor has always been real and I can always count on her to give me good advice and to push me to be a better person.
Bridesmaid
The boys always love to gather, whether it is a friend gathering or softball. And Megan has been my softball buddy, when I do decide that it isn't too hot, or there is pollen in the air, or if it is too windy and it will mess up my hair. She is down for an adventure and just recently we had plenty of time to bond while our boys were out Tough Mudding. We've gone to movies together and even got to take Megan to Tokyo (the restaurant) so she could have her favorite dish. She's my hair stylist/therapist and I can always count on her to help me look good and to give me good advice.
Bridesmaid
While we have known each other for a while, it wasn't until just recently that we really got to know each other through our love of pottery and movies. We have gone on couples dates to Guadalajara's and movies (surprise I know). I have seen firsthand that Amelia cares for her family and her friends and our stories have, sometimes, had similar beats. It took us some time to find out that we had a lot in common but once we got to know each other I'm glad I can call her my friend and also Bridesmaid.
Usher
Alex has to be one of the most down to Earth people I know. I couldn’t say for sure when we really started hanging out but I’m sure it had to do with a Friday evening at Lagers. While I don’t get a lot of opportunities to see him, when I do we can always talk things like video games or baseball. His laid back personality is always a welcome reprieve when there is a lot going on.
Usher
This guy right here went with me to the Super Bowl! Funnily enough he was the first and only person I asked. We have played softball together for many years and we also got to work together at the YMCA along with his lovely wife Shelby. Over time we got to share our love of sports. (Yes he is a Twins and Vikings fan, just like me.) Although he might have to concede to a Oklahoma Sooner victory on October 8th here ;). He has always been fun to be around and we can just sit and chat, I’m glad we got to have one helluva trip to the cities.
Flower Dude
I have had the great fortune of getting to know Chance, firstly through the YMCA and then softball. He has a great upbeat attitude and is always smiling and making jokes with the fellas. And we knew immediately he was going to be perfect as our Flower Dude. And we know you all will love him, just like we all do.