Wedding Party

AnnaMaria Boullion

Matron of Honor

Once upon a time, in a land far far north of Sacramento, lived two young girls. Both born in the month of January and destined for a lifetime of adventure. For 8 years they lived completely unaware of each other, until one day, their paths crossed. It was a warm day in the little town of Red Bluff in the very early years of 2000s as families gathered to watch their 8 and 9 year olds practice for the sacred game of soccer. It was here that I met Sam, a kind, fierce, smart little girl, the best friend of my life. In the year 2014, I married the love of my life. Samantha stood next to me as the maid of honor and gave her blessing to the union. Now, in 2019, almost 20 years after it all started, I have the honor to stand by Samantha as she dedicates her life to her love, Derek.

Colin Martin

Best Man

Colin’s first met Derek in 2012 at an In-N-Out in Yuba City. He had tagged along to meet some of his brother’s friends and wound up sitting across from Derek in a booth. Shortly after that night, Colin and Derek became fast friends despite the fact they lived three hundred miles apart. They continue to still find the time to visit each other and have a gaming session at least every Sunday night despite their busy lives. Colin admires Derek and Sam’s patience and kindness towards each other and knows they will live happily ever after.

Kelsey Broadhead

Bridesmaid

Growing up with an older brother, I had always wished for a sister and someone who fit in well with my Mom and me when we went shopping and someone who would join me in adventures. Sam definitely fits the bill. I absolutely love going to Disney with Sam because she is like me and can always have fun regardless of how many times she has been. Sam is also one of the few people I know who could put up with my “ever-ready bunny” attitude when it came to visiting Disney World, even when she was exhausted. I truly appreciate our friendship and I can’t wait to officially call her my sister. I am so proud of both Derek and Sam and I wish them the best of happiness in their marriage and their life to come.

David Ledbetter

Groomsman

David met Derek back in [insert date] when Derek started working at Arete Associates. Even though Derek received his degree in physics, David decided it was worth it to train him in Data Science. From the basics of detection theory to implementing Convolutional Neural Networks, David enjoyed watching Derek learn new skills and begin to mature as a scientist. Even though David has moved to a new job at Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Derek and David still spend time together rock climbing and enjoying a weekly dungeons and dragons session (when Derek isn't too busy with grown up things like buying homes and planning weddings!).

Claire Lucas

Bridesmaid