Mitch & Miranda

I met Lauren back in 2011 when we were both shift supervisors at Starbucks. We didn't become fast friends because we were normally just passing keys between shifts, but on my 24th birthday she joined me to get mani/pedis and ever since she's been one of my best friends. Lauren has been with me through a lot over the past 12 years, but I'll never forget how her and Joe allowed me to be their permanent third wheel so that I never had to spend a holiday alone or worry about who was driving me home after a night out. Lauren was the person who encouraged me to message Mitch after he never followed up on that bottle of wine and she's been cheering us on since day one. I'm very thankful to have her by my side on our big day.

Mike and I met back in 2008 or 09... can't remember, but it was at P.F. Chang's at Mission Viejo Mall. We immediately hit it off and started doing shenanigans outside of work. Whether it was going to the hookah lounge or having him shave my chest hair into a heart for a Halloween costume, we were always having a great time! I've traveled and lived in many states over the years, but Mike & I always kept in touch. He persuaded me to move to Austin, Texas and we both call it home today. Some fond memories I have with Mike was when I was living with him and Jamie (his girlfriend at the time, now wife) and Jamie & I would, after several bottles of wine, get into a heated debate about our HR processes and SOPs while Mike angrily stared us down to lower our voices so he could hear the movie we had all agreed to watch. Mike & Jamie were inseparable and I too (like Miranda with Lauren & Joe) was their official 3rd wheel. Mike & Jamie still have a coffee table we found the first few weeks we moved to Austin. This table has been repaired multiple times, painted, and cleaned; it's been through a lot and constantly reminds me of how far we have come in life. I wouldn't want anyone else in my corner. Cheers Mike.

Corie made me an aunt over 9 years ago after her long anticipated arrival. She's smart, very sassy, and coined the only nickname I happily go by, Nanda. She may not have loved Mitch from day one, but I think he's growing on her. I know she will be the best flower girl ever!

Plenty to be said about the adventures of Matthew Ray Alloway. We grew up hitting, making fun of, and pranking each other and doing so many terrible things that brothers do. Then, after time and growing up, we became each other's biggest fans and supporters. I am so happy to see where our brotherly relationship is today compared to when we were kids. Matt is an amazing brother, son, husband, father, and friend so hopefully is also an amazing officiant.