Wedding Party
Olivia Granville
Maid of Honor
Liv and Taylor met during the summer before their freshman year of high school. As two only children, they quickly formed a special bond that has only grown stronger with time. Taylor and Liv have been through every chapter of life together and have been each others rock during the hard times. What began as friendship has now turned into sisterhood, as they celebrate nearly nine years of friendship, Taylor could not imagine anyone else standing beside her as her maid of honor. Taylor has watched Liv grow into the compassionate, selfless, and incredible person she is today. Both pursuing careers in medicine, they continue to encourage, challenge, and inspire one another to become the best versions of themselves. One of the many things that has always made their friendship unique is that they have never been afraid to be honest with each other, especially when it comes to relationships. Over the years, they made a pact that neither of them would date someone unless the other gave their approval first. This is why Taylor and Elijah's anniversary is not on the actual day he asked her to be his girlfriend, but rather, the day Liv approved of him for Taylor. Liv has had a front-row seat to Taylor and Elijah's relationship from the very beginning. She has watched them navigate every high and low together, always choosing each other. Taylor is so grateful to have Liv by her side, not only on her wedding day, but through every stage in life.
Sophie Todd
Bridesmaid
Sophie and Taylor met during their freshman year of highschool after they were both placed in the Vianney House at Blessed Trinity. What started as friendship became something much deeper. During one of the most difficult times in Taylor's life, when she lost her father to cancer freshman year, Sophie never left her side. She was a constant source of strength, comfort, and support, standing beside Taylor on the hardest day of her life. It means the world to Taylor that Sophie will now also be by her side on one of the happiest days of her life. After high school, both Sophie and Taylor attended Kennesaw State University, where they were roommates for a time. Living together brought them even closer and created countless memories. Like any lifelong friendship, they experienced their share of ups and downs, but those challenges only strengthened their bond and made their friendship what it is today. Sophie has had a unique perspective on Taylor and Elijah's relationship. She has witnessed firsthand the love, sacrifice, and selflessness they have for one another. Watching their relationship grow has shown Sophie what a truly loving partnership looks like, and Taylor is so grateful to have someone who has been there to witness their journey.
Taylor Cullinan
Bridesmaid
Taylor M and Taylor C met during their sophomore year at Kennesaw State University in General Chemistry I with Professor Single. Their friendship started with a simple introduction that they both will never forget. "Whats your name?" "Taylor, whats yours?" "Same!" From that moment on, the two Taylors quickly became inseparable. What began as a shared chemistry class and first name turned into a lifelong friendship. They leaned on each other through challenging coursework, celebrated each other's successes, and became constant sources of support in one another's lives. Taylor M was also one of Taylor C's biggest supporters, attending her basketball games at Kennesaw State and always cheering her on. No matter what was going on, the two were usually together. Over the years, Taylor C has had the opportunity to watch Taylor M and Elijah's relationship grow into the strong, loving partnership it is today. She has witnessed the love, trust, and commitment they share, making it especially meaningful for her to stand beside Taylor M as she begins the next chapter of her life.
Loren Shaffer
Bridesmaid
Loren and Taylor met two years ago when they both moved to Charleston and began working at Hollings Cancer Center. With neighboring triage rooms and neither of them knowing many people in the area, they quickly formed a friendship. They became each other's very first friends in Charleston, making a new city feel a little more like home. From the very beginning, Loren has been the definition of a true friend. Not long after they met, Taylor became sick while home alone with her dog. With no family nearby and not knowing who else to call, she reached out to Loren as a last resort. Without hesitation, Loren showed up, helped take care of Taylor's dog, and made sure she was okay. That moment showed Taylor exactly the kind of person Loren is: selfless, dependable, and always willing to be there when someone needs her. Over the past two years, Taylor has also had the joy of watching the beautiful relationship between Loren and her fiance, Matt, continue to grow. Now, they get to experience another exciting chapter together as their plan their weddings side by side. Through every celebration, stressful decision, and milestone, they have continued to lean on one another and offer their support. It is because of this incredible friendship that Taylor and Loren have chosen each other as bridesmaids at their weddings!