Family

For me, family is less about having a huge circle and more about the people who are consistently there.

The people closest to me

My Family Today

The people I am closest with are a big part of my everyday life. My wife and I spend a lot of time together, and I also make time to hang out with my brother here in Ohio.

Ray Van Nest and his wife at a Cincinnati Bengals game

My Wife

I am married, and my wife is the person I am closest to. We are building our life together, supporting each other through work, school, and whatever comes next.

My In-Laws

My family situation growing up has not always been easy, and I am not close with my biological or step-family today. The family I spend time with and consider my support system is mainly my wife and my in-laws.

My Brother

My brother lives in Ohio, and I enjoy hanging out with him when we get the chance. One of the things we like doing together is riding motorcycles. It gives us a reason to get out, ride, and spend time together.

Our Dog

Our PitMix is also a big part of our home. Having a dog definitely adds some chaos, but he is part of the family and makes everyday life more interesting.

Family can look different for everyone. For me, it is about the people who show up, care, and are part of the life I am building now.