Our Love Story
Wedding Party
Jean-Paul Castro
Groom
Meet Jean-Paul! His favorite things to do consist of watching anime and telling people that their opinions are wrong. He's also a software engineer at Apple. When people ask what made him want to be a software engineer, he says that he thoroughly enjoys it and to provide financial stability for his family. However, credible sources have debunked this statement and discovered that it's so he can buy whatever snacks he wants at Trader Joes. If you recognize him, it's not because you've met him–it's because this photo is recycled on every social media platform he owns.
Kaylee Palma
Bride
Meet Kaylee! Kaylee’s favorite things to do include petting her two white dogs, being artsy fartsy, and roasting Jean-Paul. Her time is also really valuable to her, balancing being a part-time potato connoisseur and a full-time victim of allergies to all things nature. When people first meet her, they may think she’s shy. When they really get to know her, they realize she’s actually really nice. When they really, really get to know her, she’s known as “21 Kaylee” because she’s a straight savage. Underneath her fierce demeanor, the only thing sweeter than her is her sweet tooth. Brb. Gotta go on a boba and cheesecake run for her.
John Gan
Best Man
Meet John! He’s the ultimate hype man and the former Mr. Charming of the Desert Oasis Mr. Diamondback talent show. It was no coincidence that John managed to charm his way into our hearts and into the role of best man. John is a physical therapist, but his real speciality is giving directions to places. If you say the word “steggs,” 99% of the time he’ll respond with “Yoooooo! Down.” He'd probably be famous if he didn't get placed into Hufflepuff every time he took a Harry Potter sorting hat quiz.
Melissa Gacula
Maid of Honor
Meet Melly! The bride and groom are truly honored to have a celebrity in their wedding party as she also goes by the alias "mellyfrmthabayy" back from when she was Tumblr famous. Kaylee first met Melly in 5th grade when Kaylee's best friend introduced them. They got along so well, they became best friends instead. Oops. Melly's interests include Harry Styles and eating. If she could choose between either, she'd probably pick Harry Styles because he has the wallet to support her eating hobby.
Austin Pales
Groomsman
Meet Austin! Kaylee and Jean-Paul were first introduced to him as Le Anne's polite boyfriend, but now he spends most nights completely annihilating them in Mario Kart. When Jean-Paul asked Austin to be his groomsmen, he thought it was a birthday gift… legend has it he’s still waiting on that birthday gift.
Le Anne Perez
Maid of Honor
Meet Le Anne! In 6th grade, Le Anne knocked on Kaylee's door to play and the two haven't looked back since. She likes to spend her free time baking for her business, going to Disneyland, and joining pyramid schemes (jk..it was only one time). Not so fun fact: she holds the Guinness World Record for the longest running streak of cracking every Apple device she's owned.
Brian Kiaer
Groomsman
Meet Brian! His friends will tell you his favorite anime is Gundam, but his best friends will tell you that his favorite anime is actually Your Lie in April. He works as a software engineer for Apple, so make sure to ask him about all of your Apple issues. He definitely loves it. He also told us to tell you that he owns a Tesla.
Natalie Shehadeh
Bridesmaid
Meet Natalie! No history can be recalled as to how her and Kaylee became good friends. Fast forward to present day and Kaylee now finds herself hip-deep in unwatched Tik Toks and all things Rae Dunn. She likes reading books and demanding that you let her pet your dog. Once, at work, she was honored the title of Most Likely to Drop an iPad to Pet a Dog.
Deandre White
Groomsman
Meet Dre! Jean-Paul and Kaylee both met him at Apple and now he’s a life long friend. He’s the type of person that you’ll get along with right away, but not completely because he’s a Raiders fan. The highest compliment he can bestow is calling something “nice.” So if he calls you nice, make sure to put that on your resumé.
Justyne Darcera
Bridesmaid
Meet Justyne! Her passion is wine. Not learning about it or anything, she just really likes drinking it. Her favorite past times consist of playing with dodger and convincing her parents to get another dog like Dodger. Her favorite music is country, so keep her in your prayers.
Richie Abenoja
Groomsman
Meet Richie! Jean-Paul met Richie on the basketball court. They both would probably say they got close because they were both majoring in Computer Science, but in actuality, it's because they're both major weebs. Disclaimer: by the time that the wedding comes you may not recognize him by this profile photo because he's too busy getting swole.
Jayden Palma
Bridesmaid
Meet Jayden! Kaylee first met her when their mom gave birth to Jayden. She aspires to be a bus driver, but she’s decided to settle as a nurse for now. She spends her time studying, hanging out with friends, and sleeping for 23 hours of the day. Field experts predict that she’s going to end up with 50+ cats.
Kailynn Palma
Flower Girl
Meet Kailynn! She's probably the coolest person on this page. She dances, plays video games, and is super cultured. I don't think I need to say more. If you cross her path, consider yourself blessed.