Leah and Aj have been friends for nearly a decade. They met at The Pointe where they both still work. It seemed that all their big life events, good and bad, lined up simultaneously making their friendship a great support system for each other. They travel together often and have been having so much fun planning their weddings together.

Katie and Aj met at JM JR. year and became great friends right away. The next several years through college they traveled hours for whatever crazy adventure was next. Concerts are their favorite events. Katie is always there whether it’s a text message at noon or a phone call at 3am. She has remained Ajs very best friend the last 15 years.

Jenna was one of Ajs first friends when she moved to Rochester JR. year. She invited Ashley to the worlds greatest lunch crew, drove all around town together and made many memories. Jenna is Aj’s voice of reason any time she needs advice, her spunky and energetic attitude can brighten anyone’s day. They have remained just as close since they met.

Sara is the wife of Ashleys “cousin-brother” and well… just plain awesome. Sara and Ashley have grown very close over the last few years going through all of life’s big events, she’s a great go-to for Ashley always.

Bobbi Jo & Betty Lu met at a college party where there might have been some beer fridge jacking, but they will never tell. Brooke was Ajs best friend in Mankato and they try hard to make their distance friendship a priority. Brooke is Ajs P.I.C for life.

Stefani is Ashley’s oldest friend. They met at dance class in 1st grade and rode the bus together all through school. Rode bikes back and fourth and got into way too much trouble.. If you need any Ashley stories, chances are after 25 years of friendship Stefani will have 1 or 2. She is her SFL: Shorty For Life.

Ben and Josh met freshman year at Iowa Lakes where they played baseball together. They became inseparable after that... literally, they were roomates for the next 6 years! They have made many memories over the last 20 years always right by each others sides for life’s biggest moments. Josh is Bens best friend.

Jim is Bens little "Big" brother has been by his side since he was 2yrs old. If you don't know what the "brother bond" is, you can just look at these two. They did everything together, and I mean EVERYTHING. Jim and Ben are still extremely close to this day.. Lighting Brothers for life.

Kyle is Bens second cousin but is more like a younger brother. They grew up very close, so close that Meis and Ben actually moved in with Kyles family in college.. this was one way to stir up the trouble for teenage Kyle! Kyle and Ben share a passion for sports and have lots of great memories.

Ben and Rock met about 13yrs ago when Ben joined the Mudcats (townball team). They have many of the same interests that have led them on many adventures over the past several years. Brad is Bens go-to handyman. He has remained a very close and dependable friend, whether its a call for help with a hammer or just to have a beer, Ben can always count on Brad to be there.

Ben met Kyle through Ashley's MOH Leah. They hit it off immediately and created a real "you can count on me" friendship. He's always there at the drop of a hat whenever Ben calls. They have been on many trips together, by motorcycle and by plane. They have developed a close friendship the last few years.

Ben and John met as kids playing many sports against each other in neighboring towns. They became closer when they both attended MSU. John and Ben bought a boat together and also play on a Fastpitch Softball team, so they spend a lot of time together in the summers. So much he actually moved in with Ben and Ashley for two years before buying his home. We love our basement troll.

Justin is Ashleys “Cousin-Brother” they grew up hand in hand their whole lives being born exactly 5 months to the day apart. It was always Ustins fault or Hashrys fault… even if the other wasn’t even there! But they love each other dearly.

Blake is Ashleys brother. Born 7 years apart they grew up fighting like cats and dogs but as adults developed the best relationship. Blake is now in AZ and it’s true what they say distance really does make the heart grow fonder. <3

Marie and Aj met at The Pointe. They both bonded over their big hair. They have remained friends the last 8 years but have become much closer the last few. Marie is easily one of Aj’s most ambitious friends. Her attention to detail, positive attitude, and organization made giving her this role a no brainer!

Grace is Ben’s 2nd oldest Niece and only lives 15 minutes away, we get to see her often! Grace was more excited about this wedding before it was a wedding. Ashley thanks Grace for the little extra push for Uncle Ben to ask Ashley to marry him! She is a great listener and has a spectacular helping hand.

Before Ben and Ashley got engaged they had a conversation.. Ashley said to Ben “you know who I would like to ask to marry us… Todd & Yvonne.. you know whenever that happens!” He responded with “I was thinking the exact same thing!” Right then and there we knew that was God! They are always reminding us of the importance of God in our relationship while cheersin beers!