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April 25, 2026
Oak Park, CA

Patty & Elmer

Two Hearts, one love

Patty Salinas

and

Elmer Aviles

April 25, 2026

Oak Park, CA
7 days7 d21 hours21 h31 minutes31 min40 seconds40 s

Our Story Begins at ManifestWorks

Welcome We are so grateful you’re here and so excited to share this special season of our lives with you. Our story is one that truly reminds us how powerful God’s plan can be. Elmer and I first met while participating in a nonprofit program that supports individuals who have faced challenges such as substance addiction, incarceration, and homelessness. What began as two people simply working on rebuilding their lives slowly grew into something much more meaningful. At first, we became friends. Through conversations, encouragement, and shared experiences, we discovered a deep understanding of one another’s journeys. Over time, that friendship blossomed into love. Looking back, we can clearly see how God was guiding our paths long before we even realized it. This journey has been a beautiful one—full of healing, growth, faith, and hope. We’ve learned that God truly can turn even the most difficult chapters of life into something meaningful and full of purpose. Together, we have supported one another, prayed together, and built a relationship rooted in faith, trust, and gratitude. Now, we are so excited to take the next step in that journey and commit our lives to one another through marriage. We believe our story is a testament to God’s grace and the power of second chances. We feel incredibly blessed to have the love and support of our family and friends, and we can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with you. Thank you for being part of our lives and for walking alongside us as we begin this new adventure together. With love and gratitude, 
Elmer & Patty Once there was a foo from the LA who fell in love with a chick from the Valley

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