Crystal & Kristopher
Wedding Party
Angelica Varela
Maid of Honor
My favorite little sister ;-* Couldn't imagine life without her, even if I tried to MANY times. Seriously though, this girl has taught me more about myself than I could've ever imagined. She has helped me grow and has almost been like a big-little sister to me. Angelica keeps me grounded when I'm just a tad too off the wall and is someone I know that will love and support me no matter my craziness; even if she says that she "has to love you because you're my sister" and denies the fact that she's my favorite sister just because "I'm your ONLY sister".
Justin Pugmire
Best Man
If ever there was a better friend, you would likely be lying about them. Justin has gone far above and beyond to deserve the title of Best Man and has been the groom's best friend for a large part of his life. Through dumb choices Kris has made, to the moving of crazy heavy furniture way too frequently up flights of stairs, Justin has always been there to provide cover fire in every scenario. Kris is lucky to call him a friend, and honored to call him a brother.
Maribel Flores
Bridesmaid
I met this beautiful lady in high school (I won't say how many years ago ;)), mostly through mutual friends and acquaintances but through the years Maribel has grown to be one of my best friends. Life gets busy and we don't get to spend as much time together, like those daily lunches out in the Mesa High amphitheater, but I know that she would be ready to party it up like no time has passed at a drop of a hat.
Richard Boeldt
Groomsman
The brother of the groom. Richard has never fallen short of the title of brother. He was always player 2, one of many reasons he and the groom were in constant trouble as kids, and proof that nothing matters more in life than family. They grew up in the same home and know each others stories and struggles. They hit each other, screamed at each other, and stood by one another if ever there was a threat to the other. Granted, Kris is likely far more handsome and intelligent, that takes nothing away from Richard and all he has accomplished in his life. Richard has gone from a Parmesan cheese eating hell-raiser, to one of the most intelligent and hard working person that there has ever been. He has grown into a loving husband and a loving father, the likes that are rarely seen.
Jamie Sikkink
Bridesmaid
Like the nicest person I know. This girl will go out of her way to make sure that everyone feels included and loved. I first met Jamie when she interviewed at the exotic hospital, when she apparently though I was a biotch... lol but she grew to love me even if people say I'm bossy, which I'm not ;-) Our friendship has grown substantially since that first day and I'm so lucky to say that she gets to be my work bestie at "The Del". We can be polar opposites but I like to think that she brings out the best/nicest parts of me and really anyone she graces her presence with.
Jake Sage
Groomsman
Jake is a man that the groom is beyond lucky to have met. He came about by the means of of circumstance of Crystal's career path, and Kris is thankful for it. Although they haven't known each other extensively long, Jake has potentially unknowingly made a large impact on the life of the bride and groom through his own loving relationship with his future wife Jamie. Kris and Jake began to bond over talk of work in sales and the back and forth passion they shared for their work during Taco Tuesdays. As time went by, it was Jake's courage to venture out of his security and life that pushed the groom to follow that same sort of path, to change his own life for the better. Jake has been an example of ignoring fear and doing what one feels is best for themselves and those they love.
Kendra McGarty
Bridesmaid
This girly has been such a phenomenal coworker and friend. I couldn't possibly be the veterinary technician I am today without the help of this gorgeous woman. I met Kendra when I started my first real technician job at the exotic hospital and loved working with her every step of the way. We've grown to be great friends through the years and I love the pure blunt honesty that she brings to the table. She's one of those people that hits the perfect level of sarcasm and honesty that make people laugh even if that wasn't the intent.
Alaa Bartley
Groomsman
This man has proven to be an inspiration for the groom time after time. Despite his unique origin story, he has been nothing short of one of the most loving and devoted people there is to the groom's family. He fell in love with the groom's sister and has stood by her side through sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer, and protected her and their family in a moment of life or death. He has shown himself to be an exemplary person, husband, and father. He was chosen with pride to stand by the bride and groom on a day they will never forget, as they will stand by his whenever they are needed.