Catarina & Javier
Wedding Party
Kaitlyn Caldwell
Maid of Honor
Kaitlyn and Catarina met freshman year at FGCU as random roommates. Though they came from completely different backgrounds, they became the bestest of friends. No matter what curve balls are thrown at them, they are sure to throw a pitty party and move on. Kaitlyn has blessed Catty Heron with the most beautiful nephews and niece. Conversation Topics: Small towns, babies, Taco Bell, the beach, camping
Clayton Weigel
Best Man
Clayton and Javi met while working at Enterprise. Although they started as coworkers, their relationship transformed to life long partners (sorry Gisela). Clayton was Javi's rock through all the highs and lows. You can catch Javi and Clayton flirting through PC games late at night. Conversation Topics: Star Wars, Mexican Food, Beer, Spanish Translation, Sales, and Geek stuff.
Emily Regner
Matron of Honor
Emily met Catarina while they were in OT school at ADU. They started as classmates to roommates to best friends which evolved to family. Emily and Cat share a love for food (although Emily is the cook) and Cat will continue to steal pages from the Regner cookbook. Emily is caring, loving, and a life long friend. Wherever the Regners move, Catarina will surely visit! Conversation Topics: Occupational therapy, Upstate NY, babies, Disney, Alaska
Jacob Fowler
Groomsman
Jacob and Javi met freshman year at FGCU freshly out the womb and graduated together. Memories have been made through video games and adventures taken. When Jacob throws out plans, Javi is the first to reply "I'm down" due to their secret love connection. Thanks for being Javi's personal mechanic. Conversation Topics: Cars, anime, video games, Jager and a lil Coke, and the Pink Shell
Katie Dornford-Maldonado
Bridesmaid
Katie and Catarina met in high school as they were in color guard together. Katie is the best listener and always down for a margarita and a pow-wow about life. She has always been Catarina's rock and the stability a girl needs in a best friend. You can catch them shopping, trying sushi places, or baking an abundance of cookies. Conversation Topics: Sushi, babies, tattoos, Target, reality TV shows
Ryan Lynn
Groomsman
Ryan and Javi met freshman year at FGCU and was the first person to show Javi how to sign up for classes (he secretly dedicates his degree to Ryan). You can catch them having a little too much fun on the golf course. Ryan is the reason Javi pursued his career in law enforcement. Conversation Topics: Da Poe Poe, Bucee's, smoking big meat, and gassing up a pontoon.
Alyssa Valdez
Bridesmaid
Alyssa is Catarina's longest best friend. They met in the 4th grade as Alyssa used to steal Cathy's erasers. They have cheered each other through every life milestone to date, even if Alyssa lives halfway across the country. World's smallest hype girl. Conversation Topics: Colorado, the dentist, hiking, Boston Terriers, and cooking videos.
David Poteete
Groomsman
Nickname "El Cap-ee-tan". David is another OG and always there when Javi needed a pick me up. He is the honorary man who introduced Javi to Ranch Water which is his favorite go to drink (besides God's water of course.. Busch Lite). Sink or swim, David will always be there. Conversation Topics: Boats, babies, boobies, and beer.
Michelle Giler
Bridesmaid
Michelle and Catarina met as coworkers in an elementary school. Michelle is the teacher every kid wants to have and the most thoughtful and caring human being. They both love theme parks and are up for any plans! Active member of Christian's Posse. Conversation Topics: Cheerleading, shopping, country music, Disney/ Universal Studios, golf
Curtis Born
Groomsman
The one out of left field... Their passion for anime, food, big meats, and sake (Mo Sake Mo Powa) created a Gorilla glue bond that Harambe would approve of (RIP). Curtis and Javi are already scheming up the next adventure which of course would include a fruity beverage. Active member of Christian's Posse. Conversation Topics: Tattoos, anime, Disney, sake, chihuahuas, bananas
Shayla Park
Bridesmaid
Shayla and Catarina met as coworkers in an elementary school. Their mutual love for Disney vacations brought them together and now travel as often as possible. You can catch them at the gym, shopping at the Disney store, or taking advantage of a cruise drink package. Active member of Christian's Posse. Conversation Topics: Disney, new Disney shows/movies, festivals at Disney, alcoholic drinks at Disney
Rafael Albino
Groomsman
Rafael is Catarina's older brother. The only other Albino to have to put up with my St. Patrick's Day festivities. Rafael was the first person Javi told that he was planning on proposing. Not only is Javi gaining a brother in law, but he's also gaining a lifelong beer pong partner. Conversation Topics: Honda, Tesla, bench press, air fryer meals, UM
Tatiana Stull
Bridesmaid
Tatiana and Catarina met as coworkers in an elementary school. Tatiana is the speech therapist bestie every occupational therapist dreams of having. You can catch them trying a new restaurant, spilling the tea, vacationing at Disney, or exchanging pics of their dogs. Active member of Christian's Posse. Conversation Topics: Disney, babies, FSU, speech therapy, Miami, golden retrievers, tacos
Reid Thompson
Groomsman
Reid and Javi met sophomore year at FGCU. Javi and Reid have been through many beach day shenanigans and moving day adventures (Javi never forgot his Dunkin coffee on those those days). Reid would always be the first to give Javi the low down of any games that were worth playing or things to check out. Conversation Topics: DnD, Anime, Crystal, Sunny D, Video Games
Elena Albino
Bridesmaid
Elena is Catarina's sister-in-law! Married to her younger brother, Andres. Elena is always ready for a good time and up for any plans thrown her way. She also shares a passion for showing off her fur animals and always ready to love on her nephew, Beau. Conversation Topics: Maine, skunks, art, tacos, Universal Studios, cats/dogs
Andres Albino
Groomsman
Andres is Catarina's baby brother. Andres and Javi's adventures consist of Halloween Horror Nights, beach days, and day drinking festivities. Although he may live across the country, he'll happily answer Javi's random anime questions. Andres will always be down to check out a new brewery. Conversation Topics: Camping, Maine, skunks, craft beers, VR, Subaru
Daniel Regner
Officiant
The man, the myth, the legend. Although we can no longer call him Lieutenant Dan, Captain Dan is now more appropriate since he's leading the boat of our wedding. Catarina first met Dan as he is married to her Matron of Honor, Emily back when they all lived in Orlando. Captain Dan has shown the four of us how to truly rope drop the MK. Dan is the ultimate hype man and will always make sure you have the best day. Conversation Topics: Disney music, Guitar/Piano, Alaska, Cobb salads, Cheddars