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Maid of Honor
Veronica is my best friend and I have known her my whole life. Our moms are actually best friends as well and they were bridesmaids/MOH’s for each other’s weddings! Anyways, Veronica and I grew up sleeping over at each other’s houses, taking family vacations together, and playing with all things girly. During every vacation or every meal together, I would save the seat next to me and everyone would always know that that spot was “Ronnie’s spot.” She was and is so special to me and I am so thankful for her presence in my life. We are no longer those little girls who played with Betty Spaghetti and plushies, but we have grown to become young women of God, who strive to encourage one another to persevere in this life. In her, I have a true friend and a sister and I am forever grateful for her influence in my life.
Bridesmaid
Cheryl was my small group leader for 2 years and my discipler for the following 2 years. She has and continues to care for and invest in my soul. Cheryl is one of the most patient women I know and she exemplifies attributes that reflect the wife I want to become. She is wise and discerning, often challenging me to look beyond a surface level issue and to address the heart issue. I am thankful for her grace and her hospitality, often sacrificing much for my sake. It goes without saying that my interactions with Cheryl have been one of the biggest ways God has been sharpening me these past 4 years.
Bridesmaid
Whenever I introduce people to Sam, they always quietly tell me “Oh my goodness, she is so cute and sweet!” This observation is true. Her heart is so warm, so friendly, and so kind. Sam is one of the first friends I made at UCI and she has since become one of the few people who understand my heart well. She has prayed for me, comforted me, and cried with me. She has also killed spiders for me. Bless her soul. I can also count on Sam to do the most random things with me. Whether it be running errands, singing songs on the guitar, or making youtube videos, she’s always willing to spend time with me. Sam has loved me with the most caring spirit and sometimes I just want to squish her like a marshmallow.
Bridesmaid
Natalie is someone I have known since I was young because our families would often travel together. She is a kind and godly woman who strives to live her life that is pleasing to the Lord. During my college years, Natalie was the person who brought me out to Berean and made sure I got plugged into a local church as soon as possible. I am so thankful for the way she looked out for me during those early years in college. I won’t ever forget it. On the flip side, Natalie is also very quirky (as I have heard many medical students are…). We have this ongoing joke about how hard she rubs people’s back when she sees them. It’s quite intense. I’m also looking forward to seeing her large inventory of dance moves the day of the wedding.
Bridesmaid
Ashley was one of my first friends at UCI and we lived together for 3 years. She kept me accountable during the early stages of my relationship with Everest and for that, I am so grateful. She is also the one who “mothered” our group of girlfriends. I remember one night in particular where I had difficulty sleeping because I had a lot of anxiousness in my heart. I went over to Ashley and in her sleepiness, she prayed for me. The moment was short, but it meant a lot to me. Through the years we have seen each other grow in faith and we have talked through various trials in life. She teaches me to be more sensitive and to love sacrificially, as she often serves beyond what is called of her. Lastly, if you know Ashley, you know she loves crocs. Although I often vocalize my disdain for them and how I would never want my own pair, I am thankful that she graciously let me borrow hers whenever it rained and I didn’t want to wear socks.
Bridesmaid
Kristen was another close friend of mine at UCI and we were roommates for 3 years. I remember one instance during our freshman year of college where something happened in my hall that caused me to become very distraught. I called Kristen and she immediately came over with Ashley. Though we did not know each other well at that point, we went to her room and they prayed for me. From the beginning, she has cared for my well-being and though we have had some rough patches in our friendship, I have been so blessed to grow alongside her. Of all her characteristics, I admire her loyalty the most. By living in close proximity, I have been able to observe the ways in which she speaks and I am challenged by her thoughtfulness and her integrity. Kristen has become a friend that I can really trust and though we do not see each other often anymore, I am thankful for the period of life that we shared together.
Best Man
I’ve had a great relationship with my brother and hope we continue to grow! We probably started talking the most as we made our app, Santa’s Gizmo, but Ernest has always been very considerate of me. We pray for each other and influence each other spiritually through our life experiences, and I would not have it any other way!
Groomsman
Tim is someone I’ve known for a very very long time. He has watched me grow from a very prideful and immature believer in High School to a follower of King Jesus through Bible college. We then started seminary together, and it has been a joy taking of each other spiritually through the years. Tim will also rebuke me with the breath of life, Scripture itself, and cut me to the heart with the Word of Life, which is sharper than any two-edged sword. For that, I am thankful and pray that we may serve together again in the future.
Groomsman
When we both graduated college, I came home to the Bay Area and Jarod moved here. We ended up hanging out a lot, and I would go over to Jarod’s place a few times a week after work for dinner and deep conversations that helped us edify each other. We grew our friendship a lot during these few years and I’m glad that I have a brother like Jarod who cares for me so deeply.
Groomsman
When I started learning how to code an iOS app, I employed Brian’s help, and together, we built a great system, all prettied up with Ernest’s great graphical and interface skills. Through this time, we definitely connected. After becoming unemployed, Brian was a huge encouragement to me and we hung out quite a bit prepping the next version of Santa’s Gizmo. During this time, we decided that when we both got jobs, we would buy each other rib eye dinners at Ruth’s Chris. In a month or so, we both got jobs! From that time a year ago until now, we’ve shared a passion for software development and King Jesus!
Groomsman
After Kris started attending Berean Community Church in Irvine, where I also serve, we chatted a little, but eventually I started staying over at Kris’ place each weekend so I wouldn’t have to drive back and forth so much between Hacienda Heights and Irvine. This allowed me to also spend more time with Katarina as I didn’t have to leave as early. The consequence of staying over at Kris’ place so much was inevitably, BECOMING GYM BUDDIES! I started Kris on some pretty serious weight lifting and supplements, and now he has surpassed me, all the while getting very fit. Kris encourages me constantly, especially in his prayers for meals. I always ask him to pray because these prayers preach truth to my soul and edifies me to desire after the one true living God all the more, helping me grow crazy in love with the Heavenly Father! In this stage of life, Kris is my best friend, and a dear one nonetheless.
Groomsman
Eric and I started working at Liferay at the same time and became good friends quickly. I started learning software development and Eric would help me. We then both got 24 Hour Fitness memberships and started working out multiple times a week together, and through it all, have become great friends that have encouraged each other in different ways. I encouraged Eric through Scripture and the Biblical narrative while Eric has always encouraged me through service. Eric is the type of guy who would bend over backwards to help me out, and he teaches me to be more loving with acts of service towards others.