Wedding Party
Caitlynn Atwood
Bride
Caitlynn is from Datil, NM. She obtained her undergraduate degree Las Cruces, New Mexico State University where she met many of her closest friends. She then obtained her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in Lubbock, TX at Texas Tech University Health Science Center, where she met several more amazing friends. She currently works as a Physical Therapist at Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute in Lubbock, TX.
Brianna Hesser
Maid of Honor
Brianna Hesser obtained her undergraduate degree at New Mexico State University along side Caitlynn. Brianna is a year younger than Caitlynn and the two met when trying to find a big-little match in their sorority Zeta Tau Alpha. Two unlikely sorority girls made the best pair apparently and have not been far from each other’s side since 2017. Together they have celebrated good times and supported one another through tough times. Brianna graduated with her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing degree from NMSU in December 2024.
Haley Hunter
Bridesmaid
Haley Swan attended the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Texas Tech Health Science Center in Lubbock Texas with Caitlynn. They did not officially meet until the second semester but by the third semester they were best buds. Haley and Caitlynn continued to sit side by side throughout the entire program, creating a lifelong friendship. Caitlynn had the honor of being one of Haley’s bridesmaids in her wedding in September 2024. The Swans and to-be Cauzzas will surely share many more memories in the future.
Paige Houghton
Bridesmaid
Caitlynn and Paige met at NMSU when Caitlynn joined Zeta Tau Alpha. They were apart of the same "family" within ZTA. Caitlynn, Paige, and Shelby lived together in the infamous Crescent house for two years. They shared many memories, laughs, and morning recaps. Caitlynn had the honor of being one of Paige's bridesmaids in May 2024. Paige, her husband, Andrew, and their dogs currently live in her home state of Washington.
Shelby Fletcher
Bridesmaid
Caitlynn and Shelby first met in the Pinon Dorms at NMSU but didn't become friends until the second semester of college. They both were members of Zeta Tau Alpha. During sophomore year of college at NMSU Caitlynn, Shelby, and Paige made plans to look for a house in Cruces. They moved into the Crescent house at the beginning of junior year and became a college family. Shelby currently lives in Phoenix, AZ. At some point Shelby, Caitlynn, Paige, Joelle, Emily Frias, Megan Rogers, Mikayla Fuller, and Celeste Medrano lovingly referred to themselves as "Gorls" and continue to support and love each other from all over the country. Every so often, they are able to get together and pick up right where they left off.
Mia Cauzza
Bridesmaid
Mia is Wade's older sister, but has also become of Caitlynn's close friends! They have the most fun sharing laughs and drinks at family events. They bond over older sister problems and trying to make healthy decisions. Mia lives in Pie Town, NM and is a 3rd grade teacher at Quemado School District. Additionally, Mia coaches a killer cross country team at Quemado. Mia and Caitlynn enjoy sending funny pictures of Wade to each other.
Joelle Benevedez
Bridesmaid
Caitlynn and Joelle became friends in college but realized they had met earlier in life. Joelle had come to Quemado High school with her cousin who put on volleyball camps. They were both members of Zeta Tau Alpha. Joelle joined Caitlynn, Shelby, and Paige in Crescent house and completed college home.
Elizabeth Klein
Bridesmaid
Elizabeth and Caitlynn met in the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, TX. After a bible study and Liz's apartment, they bonded over plants. Eventually Caitlynn, Liz, Haley, Zoe Burgett, Arial Cambern, Meredith Satterwhite, and Courtney Ekness could be seen studying, having galantine's days, celebrating birthdays, and really doing life together through DPT school. Liz and Caitlynn studied for practical exams together sometimes learning, sometimes just talking. Liz and Caitlynn still share lengthy phone calls to catch up on each other lives. Liz lives in San Antonio, TX working a pediatric physical therapist.
Wade Cauzza
Groom
Wade Cauzza and his family moved from Santa Ysabel, CA to Quemado, NM when he was very young. He attended NMSU and graduated with his Associate's Degree in Construction Science. Along the way, he and Caitlynn adopted their dogs, Buddy and Copper. He currently works as an Assistant Supervisor for Collier Construction.
Rowdy Cauzza
Best Man
Rowdy is Wade's older brother. He is a ranch manager for Rainy Mesa in Reserve, NM. Rowdy and Wade share in their love of animals, music, and having a good time! Together they create memories and share in life’s pleasures.
Kenyon Harriet
Groomsman
Kenyon Harriet is Caitlynn's cousin, but he is also one of Wade's best friends. Kenyon and Wade became friends when Kenyon transitioned from Datil Elementary to Quemado High School in 7th Grade. Wade and Kenyon spent a lot of time together, from hanging out and each other's houses to playing basketball together. Wade and Kenyon lived together for a year in Las Cruces while Kenyon welded on the border fence and Wade completed his Sophomore year at NMSU. Wade was the best man and Kenyon's wedding in 2021. Kenyon currently lives in San Antonio, NM with his wife, Tammy, and son, Callum.
Kenneth Atwood
Groomsman
Kenneth is Caitlynn's brother. Wade, Kenneth, and Kenyon grew up together playing sports, videogames, and spending time at the Harriet Ranch. Kenneth is an Equine Dentist and lives on the road traveling between clients and roping.
Tyler Bryant
Groomsman
Wade met Tyler sophomore year of high school, when Tyler and his family moved to Quemado. Tyler spent time at the Cauzza ranch listening to music and playing guitar. Tyler and Wade drove to NMSU together as freshman. They both lived in the Garcia dorms. Tyler and his dog currently reside in Phoenix, AZ and works and a diesel mechanic service tech. Tyler was also in Kenyon's wedding in 2021. Fun Fact: Tyler and Wade have been in two weddings together, Kenyon and Tammy Harriet (2021) and Layne and Kasey Bugayong (2018).
Jarrett Coyle
Groomsman
Wade met Jarrett freshman year of college and gave him the very creative nickname "Coyle". When Kenyon moved away from Las Cruces, Wade and Coyle were roommates for two years. They spent many night having living room concerts and watching trailer park boys. Coyle lives Tampa, FL and works as Project Manager for a framing company.
Wyatt Sandoval
Groomsman
Wade met Wyatt, better known as Birdie, on the first day on college and they have been friends ever since. Wade and Birdie have spent a lot of time together golfing, hunting, and jamming to old western music. Birdie is from Socorro, NM, but lives in Phoenix, AZ. He works as an Account Manager for Summit Electric Company. Wade, Birdie, Riley, Coyle, and AK Tyler share a groupchat and talk everyday.
Trampus Peirson
Groomsman
Wade and Riley have known each other since they were very young. Wade went to school and is friends with Riley's cousins, Colt and Oran Pierson. Riley and Caitlynn have also known each other since they were very young, as their parents were friends and coaches in T or C, NM. Riley and Wade played basketball against each other throughout high school and were on the same All Star Team in 2017. Riley moved in with Wade and Coyle in Las Cruces. They all lived together for a year. Riley lives in Tampa, FL and works as an HVAC technician.
Callum Harriet
Ring Bearer
Callum is Kenyon and Tammy Harriet's son. Caitlynn and Wade love to meet with Kenyon, Tammy, and Callum in Socorro or San Antonio when they travel home.
Arianna Altamirano
Flower Girl
Arianna is daughter of Emily and JR Altamirano. Caitlynn and Emily were both members of Zeta Tau Alpha at NMSU. Emily, Caitlynn, and Brianna Frias lived together in Las Cruces while Caitlynn was applying to DPT school and Emily was pursing her Masters Degree in Social work. Emily, JR, and Arianna live in Artesia NM.
Bud Geng
Officiant
Bud Geng is Caitlynn's cousin. The Geng and Atwood kids grew up on and off in Datil, but have always been a part of each other's lives. Caitlynn and Kenneth share many fond memories with both Bud and Kyle Geng such as jumping on the trampoline, swimming, and working on the ranch during the summers. Bud and his family Rebecca, Harper, Arora, and Rowdy live in Colorado Springs.
Josh Estrada
Usher
Josh and Wade met during their first year at NMSU. Wade and Josh had many jam sessions at Josh’s house. Josh lives in Las Cruces, NM with his wife and kids.
Tyler Mckinley
Usher
Wade met Tyler during his first year of college. Tyler and Wade bonded over many games of golf. Tyler works as a golf professional in Phoenix and Wyoming.