Mindy is my older sister whom I love dearly! She has a strong personality and the loudest laugh. You probably don't want to play board games or pickleball with her because her competitive nature knows no bounds and she will stop at nothing to beat you. Mindy and I fought a lot as children (I still have the scars to prove it), but now she is my built-in best friend! I couldn't be more excited for her to stand by my side on my wedding day- and beyond!

Jamie Soliz is my best friend. When we first met, we instantly connected because, well, we are both damn good welders. We also share a common past that has made us into the men we are today. Jamie is one of the realest people I know who will tell me how it is and make sure I’m seeing life as it should be seen. We enjoy spending time out at a fun activity or just having a BBQ at home. Jamie’s commitment, integrity, and friendship have played an important role in my life. I’m honored to have him stand with me on our wedding day.

Jordan is my longtime best friend. Though we are now long-distance friends since she moved to California, we still talk on the phone without missing a beat. Cory often asks me what in the world Jordan and I talk about during our 4-hour-long phone calls and I have to tell him that it's not always an exciting story or groundbreaking gossip- we talk through the most mundane details and make silly faces over Facetime and speak in British accents- these are the moments that make our friendship the best. Jordan is the sister I got to choose in this life and I could not be more grateful!

Anders Davidson is my oldest friend. We’ve known each other since we were kids and may have made some questionable decisions together, all of which have brought us to this point. He has always had my back and is able to lend a helping hand when I need it. We talk about cool projects, things we can build or better ways to fix stuff. One of our favorite things to do is take our vehicles off road. He is the only person I know who can break something and fix it again in the same five minutes – best mechanic ever!

Cat and I met through my sister, Mindy- they were roommates in college. Though I didn't really hangout with Cat until the past 5 years-or-so. Cat is actually responsible for my meeting Cory- she created my dating profile on Hinge and constantly encouraged me throughout the beginnings of our relationship. She is a ball of fun and energy and brightens every room she enters. She is deeply honest and will give you the best advice and the best sarcastic remarks on the planet! I love my time at Cat's house playing with her sweet girls and talking through relationship advice! I am eternally grateful for Cat and can't wait to continue to journey through life together!

Ray has been a longtime friend and one of the most uplifting people in my life. He has an incredible sense of humor and an ability to bring laughter to any situation. This ability is unmatched and I challenge anyone to bring more laughter and positivity to a situation-because I know nobody can. Beyond humor, he’s someone I can count on instantly-always encouraging, always just one phone call away to remind me not to take life too seriously. He’s one of the hardest workers I know, if something needs to be done, he doesn’t hesitate to jump in, get his hands dirty, and make sure it’s done right. Ray is someone I’m truly grateful to call a friend and groomsman, and I’m thankful to have him standing with me as I begin this next chapter.

Hope and I met at Pickleball Friday where I play with a bunch of people from my church. Hope is the sweetest and best friend that I have made this year! She is a source of Godly wisdom, encouragement, and endless advice (she is much better at adult-ing than I). I thank Jesus for placing Hope in my life not only as one of the best pickleball partners ever (she dominates the front of the court), but as one of the best friends ever. She is open and willing to listen and I have learned a TON from her strength, wit, and confidence in life and in her relationship with the Lord. I am blessed beyond measure for the gift of Hope's friendship!

Hayden Dunson has become one of my really good friends and hopefully a future brother in law. We share quite a few of the same morals and values. He understands the meaning of hard work, what it means to keep your word, and the art of productivity. We also share some of the same interest in our leisure time, we both enjoy Colorado, nostalgic video games, and pickleball. I've spent enough time with him to know that we will continue to develop a life long relationship and I'm so glad he is here with us today to celebrate.

Alexa is my amazing sister-in-law that married my brother, Matt, back in 2023! Alexa is a blessing to our entire family and is the quintessential example of how to be a Godly wife and mother and I am blessed by her wisdom each day. Alexa has been a source of encouragement and advice throughout my relationship with Cory and I look forward to her mentorship as I enter into this next phase of life. She is the best mom to my favorite little people on planet earth- my nephews Beckett and Wesley, and my niece Evelyn. I could not be more grateful to have Alexa in my life and in the lives of my sweet nephews and niece!

Ernie has been more than a friend to me-he has truly been a brother in Christ. He has a heart rooted in God's truth and reflected Christ's love in his actions. He's spoken biblical truth into my life and we have shared conversations about faith, responsibility and our calling when I most needed it. He lives out what it means to serve others with humility, to work diligently as unto the Lord, and to stand firm in faith through every season. I thank God for his presence in my life and for the brotherhood we share, built not on circumstance, but on Christ.