Introductions

Wedding Party

Katie and I have been besties since high school! She is someone who has seen me at my absolute highs and devastating lows, but she has always shown me such incredible unconditional love through it all. There’s no one I’d rather have standing right beside me on our wedding day.

Nikki and I met in middle school! We were girls together. First crushes, first loves, first heartbreaks were all felt alongside of Nikki. I am so thankful to have her as a best friend.

I’ve known Adam for literally as long as I can remember. We really became close in high school playing Magic in the science lab together during dual enrollment. This habit continued into our college semesters at Walter State. Adam is a loving and trustworthy friend who I hope to have in my life forever.

Brittany and I met through Becca! We grew close pretty quickly and always found ways to spend time together even without Becca! I even helped them buy a house near us so we could be closer I love this girl so much!

Becca and I met through Chick-fil-A while grand opening a store together in Nevada! We met AGAIN at a certified trainer course in Atlanta, and FINALLY began to get close when they both landed in Knoxville together working at separate stores! This friendship was clearly always meant to happen!

Brailey and I met through real estate! We were volunteering together and a friend of mine and I thought he seemed like a cool person. We were right. Brailey adds so much light and joy to my life, and I can’t wait to celebrate with him!

Shelby is my sister just two years younger! We truly grew up together, and through thick and thin, I wouldn’t have it any other way. I am so happy to call you my sissy!

I remember going to PeeWee’s daycare with Adam when we were like 3 or 4. We always stuck together from tee ball to high school basketball. Adam’s a kind and generous person, and I’m glad to call him one of my best friends.

I also went to PeeWee’s with Ezrah. We really became close through high school basketball and that continued through college. I would be lying if I said I DIDN’T get all of my fashion inspiration from him. Ezrah is always there for me in a pinch and has gotten me out of more messes than I’d like to admit.

Alex and I met in middle school through their love for colorguard! We loved being little band nerds together, but even more than that, we have truly grown up alongside of one another. As one of my longest ever friends, Alex has been someone who has always challenged me to be my best, and for that I am grateful.

I first met Will at an elementary school basketball camp. He moved to Washburn in 8th grade and quickly joined our friend group. Despite him moving to Knoxville for college, we managed to find a way to hang out almost every weekend. Will is always the life of the party and never fails to make me laugh.

Hannah and I met in college while working together at Chick-fil-A! We worked so many late nights together as we grew as professionals into young women. Hannah has seen so much of my transformative years, and I am so thankful for her!

Shyanne is my baby sister. She is the first person to really put time in perspective for me. I remember so vividly, the first visit to meet her in the hospital. Fast forward to now, and I continue to watch her grow and form into the incredible young woman she was always destined to be.

AJ is my cousin-in-law, but he feels more like a brother. Sometimes I even think he likes me more than my cousin, Amber, does (kidding, of course). From all night gaming to endless hours of Magic, AJ is truly someone I can be myself around. I’m very thankful for him.

Alicia and I met at an AWFUL call center job. That job was NEVER for us, but made eye contact side eyeing a wild comment made in our training course and after a few trips to Little Caesar’s, the rest is history.

Tyler was my boss at my first job ever (Zaxby’s cashier). Once he learned of my love for basketball, he asked me to join his rec league team (which I’m still on) & our friendship grew. I was lucky enough to be one of the first people to meet his beautiful wife Alyssa when they first began dating. I’ve been there for so many milestones in Tyler’s life, and I’m excited that he now gets to be there for mine.

Cat and I TECHNICALLY did go to high school together, but we never actually interacted until Covid hit and social media took over the world. Cat was always someone who intrigued me, but her Twitter (RIP) humor was absolutely unmatched. She absolutely matched my energy, and I love this friendship we’ve grown so much in just a few short years!

Apollo is my god son!

Elena is my god daughter!

Katie Fleece
Maid of Honor

Nicole Barrios
Matron of Honor

Becca Fouson
gay of Honor

Brittany Fouson
gay of Honor

Adam B. Dalton
Best Man

Brailey Sammons
Bridesman

Shelby Booker
Bridesmaid

Adam C. Dalton
groomsman

Shyanne Booker
bridesmaid

Ezrah Hobby
groomsman

Alex Ogle
bridesmaid

William Clay
groomsman

Hannah Scheurer
bridesmaid

AJ Vandergriff
groomsman

Alicia Bamman
bridesmaid

Tyler Lawson
groomsman

Cat Steele
bridesmaids

Apollo
ring bearer

Elena
flowergirl