Ariana and I met during my sophomore year of college and were roommates for two years. From visiting each other in different cities, to our annual girls trips, she has been such an important part of my life. I feel incredibly lucky to call her my best friend and even luckier to be her maid of honor.

Jordan and I met in the third grade at Wright Denny intermediate school and have been best friends since. From playing sports in High School to talking daily, I'm glad he's one of my best men.

I met my sister on October 13th, 1999, the day she was born! Over the years, we've shared family memories, holidays, and many important moments together as sisters. It's been wonderful to watch her grow into the woman she is today, and I'm excited to celebrate this next chapter of her life.

Connor and I met in intermediate school and have grown up playing basketball and travelling on family vacations together. From playing Xbox to talking basketball, I'm happy to have him by my side at the altar with me.

Ariana and I met through Nicole! She mentioned so many wonderful things about this Ariana girl so I just had to meet her! Thank goodness I did because she quickly became one of my best friends! She is one of the kindest souls and most amazing people and I'm so grateful she's in my life to always keep me in check!

Somehow Daniel managed to become both my groomsman and my brother-in-law before the wedding even happened. I'm grateful for his friendship and the example he sets on what family should look like.

Ariana and I met on her and Parker's third date when my brother brought her to visit me on my college campus. We had such a beautiful day of just walking around, getting to know each other over burgers, and laughing about everything and nothing at all. Since then, we have had countless game nights, gossip sessions, and great meals together- but none as good as Hopps! I'm so excited for more good times for years to come!

Tanner is not only my sister's boyfriend, but one of my friends as well. Since coming into our family's life, Tanner and I immediately hit it off and have remained friends across continents.

Ariana and I grew up together, sharing childhood adventures, school memories, and countless milestones along the way. Over the years, our friendship only grew stronger, and we've been best friends ever since, supporting each other through every challenge and celebrating each success together.

Brady and I met playing baseball for our local little league team, and continued our friendship in our neighborhood. We have remained close friends since.

I met Ariana in January of 2023 when she started dating my brother Parker. I immediately knew she was going to be a perfect fit for our family. Her humor, charisma, and kindness are unmatched, and I am beyond grateful for the abundance of beautiful memories we have made together. I can confidently say I am so glad to have an additional Jackson sister!

Trevor and I met playing middle school football and have been close friends since. From playing Xbox to ghost hunting, I'm glad to call him a friend.

Ariana and I met in high school and have been b est friends ever since. No matter how much time passes between us, we always pick up where we left off. From girls nights in with sweatpants on to girls nights out dressed up, she's one of my closest friends and I'm forever grateful for our friendship.

Matthew and I met playing sports growing up, and then was my high school Quarterback. If at any point in this wedding someone needs to throw a 5 yard out, Matt and I can take care of it!

Ariana and I met on the first day of our senior year of college when she sat down next to me in class and started talking as if we had known each other for years. That moment perfectly reflects Ariana's outgoing and welcoming nature. Since then, our friendship has continued to grow and remain strong through every season of life, and I always look forward to our annual girls trips and making new memories together.

Davian and I met playing basketball for our middle school. Since then, we have gone on family vacations, continuing to strengthen our friendship.

Ariana and I met on bumble bff and she was my f irst friend in Virginia Beach. We knew from our first hangout playing pickleball that we'd be getting along great and since then, we've only gotten closer over our shared love of cats, great food, and the beach.

Thomas and I met in college as teammates on the football team. From having fun on AND off the field, I'm happy to have him here on this special day.