Maid of Honor
Crystal is one of my amazing aunts. She has technically always been family since I can remember. My mother and step-father getting married gave her the cool title. She has been a solid person in my life as a friend, sister, role model, and aunt. Once you get to know Crystal, her funny personality makes you feel so comfortable being with her. I couldn't ask for a better Maid of Honor.
Best Man
Elvin has been good friends with Stev since High School. My friendship with him has grown even more the past couple of years. He has seen our highs and lows. Elvin never judged our decisions and has always been an amazing friend/"brother" to Stev. Elvin is such a caring, intelligent man that you know you are in good hands. We couldn't ask for a better friend in our lives.
Bridesmaid
We met through our good friend Donna at one of our old jobs. We instantly clicked having similar interests in zodiac signs, food, and goofiness. She has been an amazing friend and I couldn't ask for more. Her caring heart always makes you feel welcomed and you know that you can always depend on her. Lailanie is one of the amazing few friends that I love and cherish.
Groomsman
Toni is my younger brother. He has always been supportive of mine and Stev's relationship. No matter what, he has kept open loving arms and has always seen Stev as his brother. With him being such a big part of mine/Stev's lives, he had to be apart of this cherished moment.
Groomsman
Sadot is the Brother-in-Law of Stev. He has been a very supportive person in our lives and has shared some fun memories with the both of us. His goofy, fun personality brightens up the room and makes every moment with him a chill adventure. Him being apart of the family and wedding party makes our wedding even more memorable.
Bridesmaid
I met Andraya almost 4 years ago through the same job that we have. She became one of my best friends and within these couple of years, we have been through a lot together. Andraya is such a very caring, compassionate, amazing person. I can be myself completely and nerd out with her when it comes to anime or books. I can always have an amazing time with her. We can cry on each others shoulders, vent to each other about anything, binge watch animes or shows that we like, and have inside jokes. She has always been someone I can depend on and I love her so much.
Groomsman
Antonio has been both of our friend since Freshman year of High School. He has been a supportive and caring person in our lives. His goofy personality always makes our times memorable. All three of us growing up together has made this friendship so such much more important and an amazing ride through life. It means the world to both of us for him to be apart of this next step in our lives.
Bridesmaid
Donna has been the glue to our little bundle of friends/family. Without her, I wouldn't have met our friend group and her amazing family. She is such a down to earth woman that I can not picture my life without her. Because of her I have made amazing friendships with Breanna, Lailanie, Michelle, and Mo. We have made a family of our own. She has loved and cared for Stev in so many ways, it's amazing.
Ring Bearer
Tomas is the little cousin of Stev. This little bundle of joy has been an important person and kiddo in our lives. Since his birth, we have loved him so unconditional that we wanted him to be apart of our big day. His wild energy and silly personality gets a party started and going. His little smile brings joy to our hearts.
Flower Girl
Elena is the daughter of Stev's older sister Alex. Since this beautiful angel entered our lives, we look forward to every moment with her. Every time this adorable little girl enters a room, she makes the room glow. Her beautiful eyes and smile brings so much happiness to our hearts. Elena's spunky and loving energy will make this day even more special.
Officiant
Freida has been a good family friend for the Torrez family. She has been such a big part in our lives as well. From being introduced to Freida by Stev's aunt, she has helped us in so many ways with our relationship. Freida being the amazing, caring person she is has also been an open ear with the Torrez family so having her be the one to marry us means so much to Stev.
Mother of the Bride
For our special day, my mother was chosen to walk me down the aisle along with my step-father. She has been a big help in my life in creating the stepping stones to succeed. She inspired me to dive into the arts and wanting to do more than a 9-5 job. My mother took on the world for my brother and I to make sure we knew what we deserved along with being independent. She would work night and day to support us. She is a beautiful, amazing woman that I am so thankful for. My mother is such an amazing, talented, intelligent woman that it blows my mind. Her dedication to her community has touched many hearts. I aspire to be like her when I start my own family and am very very blessed to have her as my mother.
Stepfather of the Bride
Tien is an important person in my life, not only because he married my mother, but because he took on the father role early in life. He has always been a friend and role model to me. The love he gives to my mother, brother, and I means the world to me. He was the father who was there at night, the one who talked my brother and I through the hardships of our teenage years, and went to my performances/games. He inspired me and helped me through my journey of music. I am very thankful for him and so happy that my mother & him will be the ones walking me down the aisle.
Grandmother of the Bride
My grandmother has been a very supportive role in my life. She is pretty much like my best friend with how close we are. You can always depend on her and no matter how far you are, she is a call away. Every school/sports event I was in, she made sure to attend and cheer me on. I am so thankful to have such an amazing woman in my life and thankful for the bond we have. She is a very sweet soul that can always put a smile on your face. She taught me how to cook, would make the trips with me to the bookstore or library, and would take me on adventure's to the mountains. I am very blessed to have her.
Grandfather of the Bride
Ed has always inspired me to get into science. Growing up when I would do sleep overs at my grandmother's house, he always made sure to have a piece of machinery I could take apart and look at or pieces of wood for me to make "bridges". He has always supported my decisions in school and encouraged me to do greater things in life. Before Tien, he was a father figure to me and still is. Just like my grandmother, he would always attend everything I was in and helped me practice for sports. I am so thankful for this man and blessed to call him my grandfather.
Aunt of the Groom
Emilly has been one of the most important mother figures in Estephen's life. Being the funny, intelligent, caring woman she is, she helped raise him into being the most amazing man that he is today. With the help of Rafael and building such a strong family, Stev feels very blessed to have them as his parental figures. She has made such an impact in our lives that it means the world for her and Rafael to be there for our big day. Put Estephen and Emilly in a room together and you can see how much the two of them are alike. She took on the world for Stev and has been an amazing woman. We couldn't ask for a better aunty.
Uncle of the Groom
Rafael has made an impact of being a father figure in Estephen's life. With him helping raise Stev, he showed him what hard work, dedication, and being the man of the family really means. Rafael as well as Emilly have impacted Stev's life so much that he feels very blessed to have the parent figures he has. Not only being a father figure, but an amazing uncle. The unconditional love that Rafael and Emilly provide Stev as a whole makes our big day even more special. Rafael's loving, funny, hard working personality shows through Stev as well. We couldn't ask for a better uncle.
Mother of the Groom
Nicholle is the beloved mother of Estephen. Due to unfortunate events, she is unable to be with us. From the stories I've heard about Nicholle, she had a very spunky personality with a great sense of humor. Stev would tell me many stories of how he loved being around his mother where ever she went and how goofy she was. No matter the circumstances, she always knew how to put a smile on your face or make a joke no matter how dark the days were. She was a light for him and everyone around her. Without her, our special day wouldn't happen and we wouldn't have our Stev.
Grandmother of the Groom
Nina is the amazing, artsy grandmother of Estephen. She has been one of the amazing role models in his life and means the world to Stev. Her quirky, outgoing personality brings a room to life and you will never have a bad time with her. If you're having a bad day, she can give you many loving hugs or tell you a really funny joke. We love doing all the fun at home projects with her and she is someone you can always count on.
Grandfather of the Groom
Pete is Estephen's grandfather aka pompo. His loving, caring heart will always make you feel welcomed. Needing to have a cup of coffee and get things off your chest? Pete is the man with an open ear for you. He always wants the best for his Stev and has always been a supportive person in Stev's life. He is always proud of his grandson and you always see his eyes shine for the man Stev has come to be. No matter the situation, Pete always has love for you in his heart.
Groom
Bride