Cameron has been one of my best friends in college. She has helped me through countless trials and been such a rock for me to depend on. She and I both share a love and passion for traveling and a love for deep conversation over a good cup of coffee. She is the most encouraging person I know and I am so thankful for her friendship.

I met Frankie on a mission trip to Japan two summers ago. Never have I become so close with someone so fast. The trip wouldn't have been the same without her. She is a woman after God's own heart and I love her passion for life. Frankie is always up for trying something new and I can always count on her to help me make a new craft or to participate in our "bash" nights at my apartment. She loves to spontaneously stop in and stay for a few hours or even spend the night on our couch after talking for too long. I love her so much and know that our friendship will withstand the test of all the years to come.

Evie is such a beautiful person to me. She is so caring, encouraging, and always willing to listen to anyone. She is the "Grandma" of our apartment. Evie is the most productive person I know and is so good at organizing and being clean...something Jessica and I know very little about. She loves people with her whole heart and will do anything for anyone. For being young, she has so much godly wisdom and maturity. I look up to her so much and look forward to the ways God will use her in the future.

I have two favorite memories with Theresa. She and I lived on the same hall freshman year, and one night it was so cold and we were positive that we wouldn't have school. So she and another girl ran into everyones room and told us to get our laundry baskets and put on warm clothes. So all of us bundled up and spent hours sliding down the ramps of the parking deck outside our dorm, because the ice was so slick and thick. Unfortunately, school was not cancelled and we all had to get up an hour or two after we had gotten in bed. :( The second memory was that during the week of Valentine's Day our freshman year, Patrick kept lots of different colored roses in her room to give me throughout the week. So even from the beginning Theresa has helped orchestrate various activities between Patrick and I. She is so positive and uplifting, and always willing help wherever she can. She and I are both in graduate school at UGA now and have to keep motivating each other to keep studying!

The best for last...I love Melanie more than words can express. She and I lived on the same hall freshman year, did a Bible study together for two years, and she and I lived in the same apartment our senior year. We have had millions of amazing memories and good times together. I love her carefree attitude and ability to work hard to accomplish goals that she sets. She has such a loving heart and is the most spontaneous person I know. She is so wise and I love coming to her for advice. I appreciate her ability to listen well and be honest regardless of the situation. She is so instrumental in helping me to become the person I am today and for that I am eternally grateful.

Bryan's my brother. He's a cadet in the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets and a member of Air Force ROTC. We've always shared a common love for sports, especially baseball. Yes, we fight like brothers, but at the end of the day we know we can rely on each other for prayer, support, and friendship.

Clay was one of my Bible study leaders for the past year. He has challenged me and encouraged me. He loves the Lord and desires to see those around him pursuing hard after God. He's been a loyal and honest friend and one for which I'm eternally greatful.

Ryan and I lived in Myers for two years, and he joined our apartment senior year. I think out of all the guys I've lived with, Ryan and I are the most alike. He's been an encouragement as we discuss relationships, the positive parts and the frustrating. He has an attitude of service, and he's a great friend.

Andrew is the oldest friend on this crew. A friend since early in high school, we played baseball together and went to the same church. Despite going to different universities, we have stayed in touch and remained close. When we're both home during vacations, we're able to pick back up as if we'd never missed a beat.

Noah is the son of my cousin Jeffrey. We are so honored to have him as a part of our wedding. We've recently learned that he thinks he's also getting married. He already has a bride his own age picked out that he wants to marry.