Eulalia & Daniel
Wedding Party
Laura Da Rosa
Maid of Honor
You don't get to pick your family but oh boy, did I get lucky, to not only have a sister like her but a best friend as well. She is a comedian who always keeps me laughing, an amazing travel buddy who always “lets” me take the middle seat, and a fashionista who always shares her cutest clothes with her favorite sister (aka me). When she walks in the room her presence is known with a contagious smile and bright personality. She's always my "go-to" girl!
Paul Mello
Best Man
Since we are brothers, Paul has known me my whole life. Being each other's Best Man only made sense given Paul has been a life role model as an older brother. We share many memories together, from playing "indoor soccer" in the living room growing up to vacation trips together back home in the Azores. He's one of the most dedicated professionals and always has my back.
Janee Valadao
Bridesmaid
We may be cousins but she is like a second sister to me. She is always upbeat and spunky fun. We share the travel bug and passion for adventure. We have spent many summers together in the Azores exploring, dancing, and laughing! This is the place that really brought us together. We will learn Portuguese one day, mark our words! She was also with me in Pico, Azores when djmello (Daniel) messaged me for the very first time. The rest was history!
Junior Rodrigues
Groomsman
He's the joker cousin of the group, and he will always keep your head on a swivel because he's always up to something. From clay shooting to DIY projects, there's a lot that we have done together. Always cracking a joke and planning the next prank, that's the best way to describe how our personalities are alike.
Jessica Silveira
Bridesmaid
She is a dear friend to me and my sister. We have played soccer together for many years, traveled Spain and Portugal together, and have been neighbors for over a decade. She has taught me that picnics, Polaroid pictures, and themed dinner parties are all necessities in life. To say that we have fun together is an understatement. We are constantly laughing and making new inside jokes every time we are together!
Michael Da Silva
Groomsman
The cousin that planted the flying bug. From giving me the first model airplane to flying together in a Cessna for flight time building, we both shared the passion for flying. Let's not forget about the car enthusiasm we both share. If you're thinking a car is pretty cool or fast, odds are he's had one. He's always ready to be the Goose to my Maverick.
Jocelyn Pereira
Bridesmaid
From meeting in the second grade to becoming college roommates we have shared countless laughs and memories over the years. Sharing a 99 square foot dorm room was a challenge but we made it so fun. She's always up for an adventure and I can count on her any day. Cheers to many more years of friendship!
Kevin Peixoto
Groomsman
The cousin that's always had me under his wing. Whether it was feasting on Lapas (Limpets) at Festas da Praia in the Azores, to meeting up to watch the Portugal National soccer team games, everything we did together was a good time. He's always been there for wise advice and ready to lend a hand.
Jaana Crowell
Bridesmaid
We first met at Point Loma High School and she is the other half of my "two blonde best friends." We played soccer together and she literally pushed me to finish our laps around the track on run days because I hated it so much. Without her I would have been sitting in the stands instead of playing on the field. Her sense of humor is amazing and she is quick witted. You can always expect a good laugh and great time in her presence!
Elder Fagundes
Groomsman
Also known as my FOMO brother, he's a friend like a cousin. From teaching me automotive and mechanical knowledge, to all the good times camping and playing at the sand dunes or the lake. We've spent summers together. Always a call away for whatever I need with no consulting fee.
Kelli Truesdale
Bridesmaid
We met playing on the same 12U youth softball team but it wasn't until high school when she became one half of my " two blonde best friends." She is a driven hard working nurse who inspires me in the healthcare world. I can always count on her to listen, talk, or just be there. We always pick up right where we left off!
Wasifyar Farooq
Groomsman
We met as pledge brothers in college, and quickly became best friends while working a fundraiser at the airport. We had countless walks to La Vics or Jamba Juice, and somehow managed to get through college together. Always in a good mood, no matter what happens and he's truly a loyal friend that has always had my back.