Catalina & Armando
Wedding Party
Mika
Maid of Honor
To my best friend of 27 years—our story started with the simple question, “Will you be my friend?” We barely spoke English back then, but somehow we knew exactly what we were asking. Since that day, she has seen every version of me and has stood by my side through every chapter. I’m so grateful to have her next to me now, just like she’s always been.
Aaron
Best Man
Aaron and I have been inseparable for 25 years. He’s like the brother I got to choose. Both brilliant and a little crazy in the best way. He’s taught me a ton, kept me laughing, and been there through everything. Having him as my best man just feels right.
Darian
Bridesmaid
From the moment we met in the Army, I knew she was trouble—in the best possible way. Two clueless little privates unleashed on the big city of Chicago? Yeah… we had no business having that much fun. Life has been louder, funnier, and wonderfully more chaotic with her, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I’m so grateful to have her standing with me on this day.
Omar
Groomsman
We met in high school, but apparently it took us until 2019 — and two dogs with the same name — to realize we were destined to be friends. Once we discovered we both had a Jax and lived only ten minutes apart, it was basically a bromance contract. Since then, he’s been the guy I can always count on… usually.
Caitlyn
Bridesmaid
We met in the Army, and I’ll always remember her showing up with a broken arm and falling out of formation—my charmingly clumsy, punk-rock friend from day one. She’s always been the calm, grounding presence in our wild little group, the one who kept us steady while we chased adventures. Our friendship has grown from late nights out to quiet brunches and now to sharing wedding memories.
Turbold
Groomsman
Turbold is the reason we’re all here today—literally. He’s a rare friend who bridges both sides of our story, having been a college friend to the bride and a high school friend to the groom. He’s also the one who brought us together, introducing us at his Halloween party—an ordinary night that turned into the start of everything. We’re incredibly grateful for him and honored to have him standing by our side.