Andrea & Esteban
Wedding Party
Juan Zapata Nuñez
Groomsman
Juan is my older brother/inspiration/guardian angel/etc. I wouldn't be the person I am today without him, and I am more than thankful to have him in my life. We are the typical brothers stereotype: I'm the overly social little brother that talks too much and gets on his nerves, and he is the wise older brother that made sure no one messed with me growing up. However, he of course would remind me who is bigger and stronger whenever he had the chance. He's a mountain of a man in both physical strength and character, and I am so lucky to have him!
Samantha Hutto
Bridesmaid
Sam is my sister/built in best friend. She is brilliant, and the most generous person you will meet. Her dog Eli is her best friend, but I do my best to compete. See Sam for all your math and Rubix cube or puzzle needs (you should see her collection).
Alejandro Zapata Nunez
Groomsman
Alejandro, as I always say, is the better version of me! He is becoming his own person more and more everyday, and I have enjoyed seeing him grow from this little kid that I shared a room with. To now a near adult who is forming his own path as a tennis player and programmer. I still remember when he told me and Juan that he was stopping football to focus more on tennis. He was shy but sure, and I respected him so much for it. Maybe it wasn't the vision we had for him given me and Juan's background. However, he has taken tennis by storm and he made varsity as a sophomore! Proud of this young man for everything he continues to accomplish.
Courtney Harris
Bridesmaid
Courtney was the best roommate turned friend scenario you could imagine. She was mostly patient when I lost my keys, a fantastic church companion, and introduced me to red wine (some might call this her greatest contribution to our friendship). She hates raw cheese, but will eat cooked cheese. She is unapologetically herself, and the absolute queen of southern hospitality.
Quan Huynh
Groomsman
Me and Quan met in college on our way to London for Spring Break. We roomed together for a week, and it was one of the most fun experiences ever! We automatically clicked, and were complete goofballs during the entire trip. After coming back we stayed friends and it's been a heck of ride since. He is off in his career, and is doing amazing things providing for those he loves. Something I immensely respect and hope to emulate once I'm done with school. A great friend and better man!
Sarah English Ratliff
Bridesmaid
Sarah sends lots of emails and the subject line never has anything to do with the content of the email. She has too many friends to count, so you're lucky to get 10 minutes between school and church events, but boy do those ten minutes count. She is a gold medalist at listening to rants, telling corny jokes, and laughing at herself. Sarah recently took up line dancing because she "likes the community", and can easily make you feel like the most important person in the room.
Lauren Ford
Groomswoman
Lauren and I met our first week of school! However, it wasn't until we were both in the Seldin study commons together that we truly bonded. Since then we have enjoyed the likes of late night studying to late nights visiting Colorado. I always enjoy clowning around with her and it has been more than a privilege to be with her in this medical school journey! She's hilarious, hard working, and a true friend and I can't wait for what her life holds as a future physician!!
Avery Hager
Bridesmaid
This girl is the queen of quirky, but in the cute way that so few of us can actually pull off. She is vastly overcommitted to a million worthy causes, like a modern day mother Teresa of medical school. I am also convinced she has a photographic memory. She will make you feel welcome in any room, and has the single most anxious but love able dog you have ever met. If you have seen the lego movie, Avery is the rainbow kitty.
Daniel Galvan
Groomsman
Fun fact: Me and Danny celebrate our friend anniversary every year on Valentines day because that just happened to be the day we met and grabbed lunch! He's a great friend who always pushes you to think deeper about today's world, and having him has made life a lot easier. He's grounded and firm in his beliefs, which I admire, and he always makes me laugh! Future Dr. Galvan coming soon!
Adrienne Tallina
Bridesmaid
Adrienne once wiped down the front of her elevated kitchen cabinets because she saw a hand smudge. She is a straight shooter and will tell you exactly how it is. She's the girl you wont talk to for 8 months, and know theres no hard feelings. The queen of class, she is always at her best and gives 210% to whatever she does. If I had a friend become Miss America, it would be Adrienne.
Travis Cochran
Groomsman
Travis is my oldest friend! We met in 4th grade after both moving to little ol' Caldwell together, and we both went to Texas A&M where we were roommates for 3 years. He is hilarious and one heck of a genius by his own right. He built a computer, and mined bitcoin for a while before then investing in stocks. He's been a good rock to lean on during my life, and I'm glad he's always there for me when I've needed him!
Marisol Zapata Nunez
Bridesmaid
Marisol is humble and hardworking. She, like her siblings, is so wonderful at making you feel like your presence in the room matters. Her sense of humor is rivaled only by her ability to command a room. She the kind of girl you want on your crew when you rob a place.
Angel Valencia
Groomsman
Angel and I met a little before entering medical school, and the chemistry has been great! We both have related so well with regards to our families and the way we grew up. He has been a true friend throughout medical school, and his drive and dedication is completely unmatched! He teaches more and more about soccer everyday, and I coach him on football. He always cracks me up, and I'm grateful to have him in my life!
Jessica Zapata Nunez
Bridesmaid
Jessie is my soon to be sister-in-Law, and Juans lovely wife. If you need to bond over musicals, Jessie is your girl. She's sweet, kind, and eager to lend a helping hand. She knows herself, and seems to handle everything with a steady admirable persistence. She the kind of girl who would give you her pencil in class when you forgot one, and are too embarrassed to ask for one.