Michelle & Nicholas
Wedding Party
Nadia Montalvo
Maid of Honor
We met in the womb. My oldest and best friend in the world. We've been through it all. Literally. Lover of chocolate and the most determined tickler that I know. The only person who scares me in this life.
Shannon Carnley
Matron of Honor
Met on the first day of undergrad and never looked back. My ride or die. If there's something new to try, she's always by my side. Don't try to hide anything from her, she already knows...and then some.
Yophi Bost
Bridesmaid
My soul twin. We only met 2 years ago, but I knew we were forever friends from the moment she showed me her Uncle Fester pics. If we are in a room together; no one is safe. Our laughter will be heard from a mile away. 1/3 of the Girls of Gout.
Anna Clarkson
Bridesmaid
The only person I could travel for over a month with. Lover of raspas, beer, and botanas. There is no one in the world as punny as Anna. My real talk queen who shares my love for kneees kneeesss kneeeesss! SHELL-Ya!
Monica Martinez
Bridesmaid
Met in 5th grade, were nerd arch-nemeses who fell in love much later. Wild child spirit with a killer fashion sense. Official NHO representative and lover of all the chismé.
Arthur Bryan Marroquin
Bridesman
I met Arthur in 3rd grade when he was determined to figure out my UIL storytelling piece at a competition. Through the years our love for theatre and DRAMA will always keep us close. The Ryan to my Sharpay.
Stephen Hawthorne-Hill
Bridesman
We go wayyyy back...to our UNT days. We have had our share of WHALES and now he's everyones boss (I see you Mr. FAD). King of the closed Whataburger cup and most memorable laugh.
Clay Halbert
Best Man
Clay is the most wonderful brother someone could ask for. He has always been so kind, supportive, and fun. We grew up playing games together all the time and even as adults we still do! He is hilarious - he has always made me laugh. It brings me great honor to have him as the Best Man at my Wedding; here's to a wonderful life of brotherhood!
Julian Petralia
Groomsman
Julian has always been a great friend since our very first meeting at Eastman. His bright smile and infectious laughter helped get us through the cold winters and the dreaded two-month rule (our mock recitals, always falling in February, the dreariest and coldest month in Rochester...). He came to Dallas after that and brought the same joyful spirit to that city. One of my favorite memories with Julian was wandering around Salem, MA, on a beautiful summer day - we had so much fun, and it was truly a perfect outing! Julian will always be there, a deeply supportive and fantastic person. It is such an honor to have him here commemorating such an important day in Michelle and I's lives.
John Solari
Groomsman
Ten outta ten. I met John at one of Prof. Marshall's famous studio parties in December of my first year at ASU. We had been at the same gathering a few times before, but this was the first time we had actually hung out. Before that I had thought he was a rather serious-minded and dour person, but there I got a sense for the actual John - an absolutely hilarious, goofy, clever, and kind-hearted person! Of course, he is also a very serious and spectacular musician. Since then, we have shared many a laugh and many a deep conversation. For many years to come.
Thomas Ridgway
Groomsman
Thomas is one of the most intelligent, curious, adventurous, charming and funny people I know. Whenever we hang out I am so inspired to go do interesting things. He is a truly good-souled person, who deeply loves the people around him. He is constantly thinking about the piano and music; he is always coming up with new insights into how it all works. Thomas and I took an amazing trip to Yosemite last summer while Michelle was away in Austria and it was one of the best mountain trips of my life so far - there will be many more! It is such an honor to have him here for this wedding.
Kathryn Davidson
Groomswoman
Kathryn and I met at Christ the King in Dallas where she was one of the altos. She was one of the regular page-turners, and we quickly got to know each other chatting about organ and choir music. An immensely talented and smart musician, she is a very warm and kind person, who is always so encouraging. Kathryn would often meet Michelle and me at Bandito's on Monday nights in Dallas, where we would have some of the best Tex-Mex in the Park Cities and recap Sunday's action at church before chatting about the coming week. It is such a pleasure to have her here on this special day.
Desmond Woodward
Groomsman
Desmond is a joy-filled soul who brings positive energy to every space he enters. He is always there for us and has helped us out on so many occasions. He has a confident and relaxing demeanor that instantly releases all of the tension in a space, and is quick with a joke that will make everyone smile. It would be hard to find someone who loves being alive every day more than Desmond does. 1/3 of the Girls of Gout.
Carlos Elias Barraza Treviño
Groomsman
Carlos is a truly exceptional man. Nobody cares more deeply about helping people out when they need a hand than Carlos. He takes care of everyone around him in a profound way that nurtures the soul. He has such a beautiful voice (you'll hear it at the ceremony) and is so dedicated to his work. Many an afternoon at ASU we have gotten to spend time on practice breaks sitting around and chatting, and those are some of my favorite memories from the Music School (especially of going to find him in the library!). We are all so grateful to have met Carlos and to know that he will be in our lives for decades to come!
Joshua Pierre Moore
Usher
Another Texan whom I've had the pleasure of sharing the stage with at ASU. Lover of raves, Nevervators, and singing Dad roles. Always finds a way to keep us smiling and laughing through these degrees. An awesome guy, he always cracks both of us up! It's nice to finally meet a Texan who supports a good, honest team like the Eagles.... and, he's got that dawg in him!
Max Halbert
Usher
Max has always been a great cousin. I have known him from before I can remember. We used to have so much fun going over to swim at Grandpa's with Max on Saturday afternoons. It was one of the highlights of the week for us! He is a great guy, and it is a pleasure to have him here with us on this special day!