Angelica & Kyle
Wedding Party
Angelica Soto-Gonzalez (Angel)
Bride
Angel, being the bride, is so excited for the big day! She is looking forward to spending the rest of her life next to a man that loves her, constantly makes her laugh, and loves God more than anything. *there's many other qualities, but she can't quite fit them in the word count* She is a full-time Business major at Eastern Florida State and works for a wireless company. In her spare time, she enjoys Disney trips, reading any book she can get her hands on, gaming, and of course, spending time with her future husband.
Kyle Bowling
Groom
Kyle is the luckiest guy on the planet since he gets to marry the most beautiful, kind, loving and God-fearing woman! He is an Electronics Engineer in the defense industry who likes to spend his spare time playing video games, at the shooting range and pampering his amazing fiancee!
Ashley Smale
Maid of Honor
Ash and I had met through volunteering at church. Then in summer of 2017, we led a high school girls group in a three day Student camp for Elevation Church. Three days of no sleep and 18 high school girls against you makes for quite an intense bonding experience. By the time we got home, Ash and I had established an awesome friendship that continues on to this day with coffee dates, finding the next instagram worthy spot, and keeping each other emotionally stable.
Ashton Hebert (A.J.)
Best Man
I met A.J. in the 4th grade a few months after my family moved from Texas to California. We were both new to the school looking for people to play Handball on the blacktop! We clicked immediately and knew we were going to be good friends. Once the game was over we had to go find our moms so we split off to find them. Turns out, our moms had also met and were becoming friends as well! To top everything off, we were also moving into houses on the same street! You could say we were destined to become best friends. Sixteen years later and we still keep in touch no matter how far apart! You'll forever be my brother! So proud to call you my brother and grateful for your service to our country! Love you!
Angelyner Soto-Acevedo (Angie)
Sister of the Bride / Bridesmaid
Angie is the sister of the bride! This one right here can put a smile on just anyone's face! Besides the fact that she is my sister, Angie is the life of the party. She can brighten anyone's day with her awesome sense of humor and enormous personality. She's sure to strike up a conversation with anyone and isn't afraid of, really, well, anything! So excited and blessed to have her be a part of our special day!
Scott Austin
Groomsman
Scott is one my cousins and closest friends. Despite being several years apart in age and not living in the same state for most of my life, we maintain close ties. From childhood shenanigans to late night gaming sessions, we have made many great memories. Love you cuz!!
Hailey Bowling
Sister of the Groom / Bridesmaid
Hailey and I met on my trip to Texas to meet Kyle's family. As one would imagine, I was kind of nervous and a little more withdrawn than I would like to admit. Despite that, Hailey was incredibly kind and welcoming towards me, just like everyone else. We bonded through shopping, eating Mexican food, just talking and getting know each other. She is super funny, kind-hearted, and she's on her way to becoming an amazing nurse! I'm so excited to have you stand by my side on this special day and I'm beyond grateful to be gaining you as a sister. And to answer the question you asked me in the car, in front of EVERYONE, yes. I am ready to be a Bowling.
Jon Garrett
Groomsman
Jon and I met working our first jobs out of college at Northrop Grumman. We both joined the company around the same time and reported to the same manager. We started out acquaintances at work since I am rather introverted but one of the other guys on the team, Rashad, wore me down enough to hang out with their friend group one night. We quickly became friends and in the years since Jon and I have developed a close relationship, making many great memories! Very grateful to have you in my life bro!
Breana Sheppard (Bree)
Bridesmaid
Funny story, Bree and I met at church because she thought I was a middle school student and she tried to sign me up for a youth group. One could imagine the face she made once she realized I was, in fact, older than her. From that experience though, grew an amazing friendship. Bree did manage to bring me into a youth group but to actually lead it together for a short time before she got married and moved North Carolina. She is determined and strong-willed but has the kindest heart. Despite the distance, Bree has always been a great friend and when we talk, we pick right up where we left off.
Nick Mo
Groomsman
I met Nick around the same time as AJ. While we didn't meet at school, Nick also moved into the same neighborhood as AJ and I. Nick was a little wild and a bit of a troublemaker but my goodness did we mesh well together! Nick is a such an awesome friend and even though he may jab at us and give us a hard time he always had our back growing up. No matter how many miles separate us, we always get right back to where we left off when we reunite. I love you man! So proud of you and grateful for your service to our country!
Morgan LaFave
Bridesmaid
Morgan and I met at church as well. She was also involved in our youth ministry and helped bring a lot of wisdom to it. From the moment we met, I knew that she was God-sent. She is as loyal as they come, fierce, and full of wisdom. We often spend time at Starbucks talking about life or just catching up. She often travels and visits the many people she knows around the country but always makes time for me. She is always there, ready to pray over any need. She really is a gem to have to by your side.
Nhan Phan
Groomsman
I met Nhan in August of 2017 while searching for a roommate at work. Nhan was moving to Florida for a new job and one of his friends introduced us! Within a week we had a rental agreement in place and he moved in shortly after! We became good friends over the next year which continued even after he bought his own house and moved on! Nhan is such an awesome, genuine and selfless friend. Without hesitation, he even agreed to skip our grad school class back in August 2018 to capture me and Angel's special engagement. Love you bro!