Liliana & Jimmy
Wedding Party
Artur Pikula
Best Man
About 7 years ago, I introduced to myself to the guy sitting in the front cube one row over from me at the office. That guy was “Art”. Over the next couple of years and many long hours, we developed a strong friendship that to this day serves as a reminder that there is more to life than work and if you ask Art: California, golf, road trips, world travel, Dave Mathews Band, and a bunch of other random stuff are at the top of that list. Art thank you for always being there and being the mentor, friend, and voice of reason when things get tough.
Brenda Cazares
Maid of Honor
Best of friends since sophomore year of high school and counting! Our friendship has been tested plenty but through it all, we have held each other's hand tight and persevered. Brenda is the sister I never had and the friend I will always need by my side cause she knows too many secrets :p My favorite memories are - Babysitting Abby in high school and telling the cute guys she was your daughter, "senior ditch day" and our France, Italy and Spain trips.
Jonny Solis
Groomsman
It’s amazing what you can learn from your youngest sibling. This guy introduced me to what’s become one of the best stress relieving, focus generating, nature connecting activities I’ve ever known, GOLF. And while golf has brought me a lot of joy throughout the years, Jonny has been in the trenches with me during the good and bad times of life. Jonny make sure your passport is current this time, LOL!
Sandra Becerra
Bridesmaid
Defending each other has always been part of our frienship - since day 1. Sandra and I met during freshman year in college but did not actually meet there. We had a mutual friend and we just happen to both be attending DePaul University. Sandra has taught me that details matter...maturity matters and most of all, that you shouldn't settle for less - oh and that fall is the most beautiful time of the year :) Some of my favorite memories are - the first night we met, Serenata & motorcycle days, our 30th birthday trips and our girl talk sessions.
Ben Novak
Groomsman
Craft beers on a Friday night, great conversation, awesome book recommendations, Kings of Leon....oh and “tune up” rounds in the cold Oregon rain...these are a few of the things Ben has introduced me to over the few years I’ve known him and know there’s plenty more good times ahead! Thanks Ben!
Ruby Van Zaligen
Bridesmaid
Ruby and I connected through music back in the day when she was a musician i'd go and watch her like the star she was and is still now. I've always admired her will power, determination and positive outlook on life even when things don't go well. We moved to Dallas from Chicago within months of each other not knowing until we had moved. Oh how strange things in life end up working out :) Love you Ruby!
Jeff Berg
Groomsman
I met Jeff around the same time I met Art and we haven’t looked back since. Jeff’s the one that encouraged Art and I to stop working so damn much and enjoy life! One of the biggest life lessons Jeff taught me was that AMGs on 22s do not make for great off-road vehicles…lol…glad we did not have to get out and push that car out of the mud!
Abby Lechuga
Bridesmaid
I've known my niece Abby since the day she was born. I remember her cute curls and the way she talked in first person. She has taught me that practice can really take you further than you ever thought possible and commitment is the key. She's bright and bossy and I love her! My favorite memories are watching her play basketball, playing hide and seek (quack, quack), our sleepovers and makeovers and the trip to Dallas.
Julio Dominguez
Groomsman
“Who is this guy think he is rocking a brown suit?”, I asked myself when Julio sat next to me at business school orientation. As it turns out, this guy was not only assigned to be one of my study group members, which meant I’d be spending a lot of time with him, without his support and inspiration I may had not survived SMU.
Daryl Rush
Groomsman
Daryl and I also met during business school and while we were not in the same study group during school, this guy takes me to school every time we step out onto the links! Daryl has taught me much more that just how to hit the golf ball a bit further, he’s always there and always has a positive attitude, no matter how bad things got, Daryl has always been there to remind me that it gets better and to enjoy the ride, even if the road is a bit bumpy.
Andi Lechuga
Bridesmaid
This girl won my heart the day she was born. Her cute smile and the way she got mad at her sister was beyond adorable. I love the sweetness of her cuddles, her caring personality and her ability to make me laugh when I am trying to keep a straight face. We have had so many amazing memories of which our movie nights were always my favorite (even though I fell asleep 95% of the time before the movie ended).
Alek Lechuga
Groomsman
Alek is my first nephew which i helped babysit while going to college and working. He was the highlight of my day and I will always remember how he was able to communicate through baby sign language with me :) I love how committed and passionate he is about soccer (just like I was ;p), playing the drums and now golf. He is my reminder that hard work pays off. My favorite memories include our sleepovers, watching his soccer games and when he came to visit me in Dallas.
Sebastian Lechuga
Ring Bearer
Sebastian, better known as Sebas, is the youngest of my nephews/nieces. I have loved watching him grow into a fearless machine which has helped me learn that there is no sense in being afraid to try something different. The worst that can happen is you fall and get back up. Sebas has always bounced right back up if he falls and you better bet he will hit the gas twice as fast. He's goofy and fun and likes to explore his options. My favorite memories are Gameworks, movie nights and the day I messed up his soccer schedule - because he was only mad at me for 10 mins and didn't hesitate to forgive me :)
Aza & Sienna Pineda
Flower Girl
Aza and Sienna have been the sweetest and most outgoing girls. They've only been part of our lives for a couple of year but they've already won my heart over. Can't wait to create more memories in the years to come.