As a little girl, you never imagine keeping a friendship you’ve had since the age of 6. She's seen me at my best, my worse, and in-between but she has always been there with/for me one way or another. I’m lucky to say I’ve known this lady since our first grade class together with Ms. Hopkins, and so elated to not only have this long of a sister-ship but that she will be there, by my side, as I say “I do” to Andrew!

This beautiful soul is one of my future sister-in-laws who I continue to be amazed by; talk about strength and determination. I'll be lucky to call her my sister but am so sure that if our paths did cross another way, we would still have become friends. I am so excited to have her included in our day, and look forward to making many memories with our families in the future.

Another sister-ship of mine, I've known Jenny since we were 14. Jenny has always been the friend that kept me in line, as the mother hen that she is, and has taken care of me too; diabetes and our softball excursions during high school stick out to me the most. Jenny is also the person who first introduced Andrew and I, or should I say Chris (the Best Man who is also her husband) since he decided to work that day? lol 14 years ago I was standing by her side as she said I do, and I am humbled that she will be there for me too!

She was so lucky, 10 years ago, when she officially became part of the family! lol Another person in my life who is confident, kind but strong with a kick of sass. She is also a constant in my life whom I know will have no care in the world and will purposely be goofy because "we'll never see these people again". I was able to be part of her special day and I am thrilled to know she will be there for me on my special day too! Hint Hint...so will her beautiful babies! <3

Andrew and Chris have known each other since their preparation for one of the many exams to promote, at work. They grew close during that time and remain friends for (roughly) 12 years. Chris has a small hand in how we met since he is whose place I took at the birthday party where I met Andrew.

Andrew met Angel (Ortegon) when Ortegon was assigned to the station Andrew was assigned to, at that time. Andrew became a mentor to Ortegon during his tenure and realized they shared many of the same interests. Their friendship continues to grow as they work simultaneously through flight school together.

This is my little brother, the one that never let's me live it down that I was so mean to him while growing up. A little sibling rivalry is healthy right? Andrew has asked him to be part of our special day since he is an important part of our lives. We are so happy to have him, his wife and their beautiful babies as part of our wedding day.

Andrew met Rey when they both entered into the fire academy. With both of them having daughters close in age they traveled to many different vacation destinations over the years. Rey was another colleague-friend who Andrew would study with in preparation of their promotional exams. We are excited to have Rey join us on our day.