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October 30, 2020
Dallas, Texas

Marcus & Monica

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Christina Rael

Maid of Honor

Having known me since the 90's, Christina is one of my longest and closest friends as well as cousin. Christina is the "Carlton" to my "Will" (if you don't know The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, just mail back your invitation). After going to Texas Tech together, we have become best buddies. She goes above and beyond for our friendship on the daily, and I honestly don't think I would know half of the friends I've made without her. Coming back to the United States after living abroad the majority of my life, it was really great to have her take me under her wing. She is someone I look up to, cherish, and love dearly. Partner in Crime would be the best description, and there is no one else I would rather have at my side on my big day. I love you Christina, so happy we are COUSINS AND FRIENDS!!


Daniel Rael

Best Man

Daniel and I met in Mrs. Almond's AM kindergarten class. The amount of memories I have with Daniel is endless, and we always grew up saying how we are going to be the best man at each other's wedding. Fast forward to today, and here I have Daniel as my best man. Daniel has inspired me in so many ways. His passion for creating and coming up with innovative ideas has been so fun for me to witness. Him and his family have always supported me throughout my life, and have always been there for me when I needed them. Seeing Daniel go through college and work professionally has been really fun to see. Daniel is going to do big things in this world and I am excited to be there along the way watching him.

Alex Hart

Bridesman

I met Alex in the apartment of one of my sorority sisters during my sophomore year of college. Little did I know, I had just found my date to almost every date party and sorority formal for the rest of my college career. Even today, Alex is still my date to all the events Marcus doesn't feel like going to. Our friendship can be measured in bottles of moscato, random park adventures, and midnight Taco Bell runs (thanks for driving me there constantly). I am so excited for you to be there on my big day, and not just because I might need you to take me to Taco Bell after the reception.


Austin Shelton

Groomsman

When I met Austin we had an almost immediate connection. We had known each other for a few days and people would think we've been best friends for years. Austin and I connect on a similar level with how we grew up and how our work ethics are alike. When I moved into the apartment Austin welcomed me even though he knew nothing about me. Being Austin's roommate has been so much fun. From late night talks, to playing video games, to going on trips. There are too many memories to count with him. Seeing Austin's success in the nursing field has motivated me in my career to continue to love what I do. I've always admired Austin's problem solving abilities, and how he's never going to back down from a challenge.

James Whitcomb

Bridesman

What has "Super Bass" by Nicki Minaj given the world other than a timeless bop? THIS FRIENDSHIP RIGHT HERE! The second I found someone who jammed to this song as hard as I do I knew I had a new best friend. James and I met my sophomore year at college, and surprisingly having never lived in the same state (he CHOOSES to reside Oklahoma like a psychopath). We have maintained this close friendship as if it were a delicate succulent; the most low maintenance plant I can think of. We are cut from the same cloth, and I can't imagine my wedding without you in it!


Jay Carlile

Groomsman

Jay and myself go back to PRE-SCHOOL (PSCO4 ;) Apparently we were pretty good pals in preschool, but we really didn't know each other until we reunited freshman year of high school where we became best friends (again). Fast forward even more and three years after high school graduation I am moving into an apartment with him where we have been roommates for over three years. Jay and I have become very close. He has given me countless amounts of advice, and he has always been there for me to talk to. It's been cool seeing Jay's success finishing nursing school and working professionally as an RN. Some of the best memories of my entire life have been with Jay in APT 1527. I'm very excited to see Jay tackle the future.

Madison Claxton

Bridesmaid

Madison and I met when she awkwardly knocked on my door the first week freshman year at Texas Tech. We lived on the same dorm floor, rushed the same sorority, so naturally we became inseparable. We were roommates throughout the rest of my college experience. If you're looking for some dirt on me, she is NOT the person to go to, because her memory is horrible so she probably doesn't remember anyway, which is why she is my best friend. In every one of my favorite memories from college you're there, so it makes sense to me that you should be there on my biggest day.


Lucas Howard

Groomsman

Luke has always been one cool brother. I've always admired his calm "go with the flow" personality. Just like any other brotherly relationship Luke and I grew up breaking lego sets, wrestling, and constantly yelling at each other. Thankfully Luke and I don't still do this! Luke and I have become really close as friends and I always love spending time with him. It's been really cool to see him go through welding school and set goals for himself. Luke is always down for a good time and I really look forward to seeing what the future has in store for him!

Nathanael Phillips

Bridesman

Nathanael and I have known each other since meeting in high school in Doha, Qatar. I will never forget the guy in a lime green shirt and MATCHING lime green shorts, especially now that he has glowed up and I need that memory to help my self esteem. If you'd like to experience a dumpster rat on fire kind of energy, come hang with us after the ceremony. Even after all these years we have been able to meet up most every summer, and are the proud co-parents of a beautiful baby boy turtle named George. No one can make me laugh harder, and I am so overjoyed you will be there on my wedding day!


Matt Howard

Groomsman

Needless to say Matt has known me longer than any other groomsman... Growing up with Matt as my big brother has been quite the awesome experience. Just like any other brotherly relationship there were many times where we fought, took the remote, stole tech decks, and threw hockey sticks at each other. However, Matt has always supported me and after our "growing up" phase we have become really great friends. Matt has a personality like no other. He's always the guy who can brighten up a room and can always make someone laugh. He's the guy you want at a party! But I am very proud to have Matt as my brother and can't wait to see what he accomplishes in life. Also, I will always beat him in xbox NHL and NFL Blitz...

Olivia Latham

Bridesmaid

Olivia and I have known each other for the past four years I have been living in Dallas. Somehow we both went to Texas Tech, and never met. Honestly, one of the truest travesties this world has ever seen. Our friendship is like a rollercoaster of good times and good times only. Olivia is one of the staples of an amazing weekend for me, because of how much fun we have together. I appreciate the endless support you have for me and the insane ideas I come up with. Ugh you're just the coolest and thank you for being my bridesmaid!


Nick Hastings

Groomsman

I grew up playing baseball with Nick and those memories are the ones I will always remember. I've known Nick since kindergarten and growing up me and Nick have always had a great friendship. Nick's sense of humor is something that I always love about him. He's the kind of guy where me and him might go months without talking, but are able to reconnect as if we saw each other yesterday. It has been really cool to see Nick make huge career choices like going to flight school. Nick and his family have always had my back and supported me, and I cant thank Nick for what his friendship has meant to me.

For all the days along the way
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