Karina & James
Bridal Party
Lee Ann Dean
Matron of Honor
Karina and I met in high school, we really got to know each other in English class senior year. That’s when I found out how much we actually had in common. She liked anime, Star Wars and all the geeky things I liked too! We had a lot in common when it came to shows we watched & things we liked but the biggest thing we shared in common was our faith. Having a friend who loved the same God made our friendship grow to a depth deeper than common hobbies and interests. Karina is the most supportive friend I’ve had. She’s the first to congratulate & express such genuine joy. I couldn’t be more happy for this marriage. They make a perfect team & compliment each other so well. I’m honored to be Karina’s matron of honor and I’m so excited to watch Karina & James grow throughout the years to come.
Kayla Thomas
Bridesmaid
The stories I could tell lol We met in high school science class & got close pretty fast. Our friendship has always been easy. It’s never felt forced and I love that. Karina’s always been one of the most genuine, realest friends I’ve ever had. Never afraid to tell me how it is & I love that so much about her. I could go to her about anything and she’s always been there and I will always be here for her. I’m beyond happy Karina & James found eachother again & make eachother so happy. Especially her because she truly deserves it. I wish you both all the happiness this life has to offer. May you live forever in love & may love live forever in you both. I’m so honored I get to be apart of your guys special day <3 Love you always!
Ashley Hoyt
Bridesmaid
Karina and I met in my 5th, her 6th grade when my grandmother was our teacher (Mrs Lopol) - the same classroom where the bride and the groom met!! Although we didn’t get along at first, one day, we began to bicker over whether the Jonas Brothers were in fact a good band (they are) LOL. Soon enough, I converted her views on them and became best friends what seems over night. We’ve had so many ups and downs, challenges and joy as friends over the years. We’ve really helped each other grow up. We are both conspiracy theory nuts and still complete nerds. I couldn’t be happier to stand by your side on your big day and cannot wait to watch the love between you and James grow over the many years to come!!
Katlyn D'Appollonio
Bridesmaid
Karina & I met in Spanish class our sophomore year after her BTR ringtone blasted in the middle of class. Seems like we’ve been friends since kindergarten bc of how close we are & how well we know each other. So many memories filled w/ laughter but one thing that always sticks w/ me was our senior year barbecue. Such great memories! Karina is truly one of a kind; she reads my mind, finishes my Vine references & just listens when I need to talk. She’s someone you can count on no matter the time or day. She’ll bring you Starbucks, walk around Target w/ you & spend hours there buying way more than necessary, or meet you at Chili’s for a presidente margarita. She’s kind, thoughtful & a pain in the ass, but she’s someone who does love her friends & family with all her heart. Love you nuggy!
Tyla Pinkey
Bridesmaid
Where do I begin… Karina and I meet when we were 10 years old. I remember playing w/ water guns & she was sitting by herself reading! That day we became lifelong friends. Not only did I gain a best friend but I also gained a sister. Fast forward to becoming teenagers our friendship has never changed although Karina's attitude increased LOL she has always remained compassionate honest & trustworthy. You have always been there for me & others no matter what you were going through & you always stay true to yourself in any situation. But what's most special about our friendship is that we can go months w/o speaking months/damn near year! But when we do hang out/text/talk it's as if we just saw each other yesterday. You're the best friend/sister anybody could ask for. Love Tyla 💜
Julia Wozniak
Bridesmaid
I feel a lot of pressure to write something very impressive since I’m gaining a sister in law and I’m over the moon about it. When I found out James was dating Karina, I thought, “The girl he went to elementary school with?”. How incredibly beautiful is that? They get to marry someone that they’ve known for a lifetime. As I’ve gotten to know them both as adults, I’m so thrilled that they reconnected. Finding your person is a gift that not everyone receives and you’re blessed beyond measure to be some of the lucky few. Karina, as happy as I am that you came into James’ life, I’m equally as happy that you’ve come into my family’s lives as well. Congratulations! Your love story is more impressive than any words I could ever write.
Camille Renaud
Bridesmaid
I’ve been so lucky to get to know Karina these past few years. Her kindness and infectious good spirits make her a joy to be around. I’m so excited to stand by her as she and James take the next step in life together!