My best friend Bethany has helped and supported me for the last 6 years after meeting our freshman year at UMD. She graduated with a degree in Environmental Science and wants to continue working towards her goal of a cleaner, brighter world one intense internship after another!
Bethany is hardworking, self-driven, and arguably the kindest person I know. Throughout this process Bethany has been the constant reminder to focus on the important things in life.
Five years younger, Taylor's sister Toni has remained a constant throughout life. Toni currently works as a CNA in Minneapolis. She is passionate, sarcastic, and driven while has led her to success in her field and in her relationships.
As kids, Taylor and Toni enjoyed making fun of each other. Old habits die hard, as adults they continue to enjoy making fun of each other.
Chase is Taylor’s younger cousin, and the guy she spent most of her childhood playing with. He is currently in school while also doing his best to build up his resume and become well-rounded. While his love for snowboarding and skateboarding is not something they bond over, Chase has always made time to fit a pizza date with Taylor into his busy schedule.
Nicky is the mother to Taylor and will probably place first as far as tears are concerned. Taylor is not only Nicky's firstborn but the two of them also have a special bond that started with single-motherhood.
Kara is Ryan's mother, and has held the title of "Best Mom of the Year" in Ryan's book for twenty three years and counting. Ryan is Kara's first child, and she also has another son, Andrew, who is the best man. Kara is one of the primary reasons Ryan has had any success in life, because she is always there to support him.
As the title states, David is the father to Taylor. He has raised Taylor to accept nothing less than God's best and has made sure she knows that she should always be treated with the utmost love, care, and respect - all things that David knows Ryan does. David will also hold the important task of officiating the wedding.
Troy is Ryan’s father and number one fan. He has been a strong role model for Ryan, showing him that success is possible regardless of circumstances that may arise. Ryan has always looked to Troy for his kind and light-hearted nature, which Ryan internatizes and practices in his own life.