Bridesmaid
Louise and I met quite a ways back in history. Our introduction wasn't the usual name exchange, handshake, ice breaker interaction, we were more badass than that. How many people do you know have met one of their best friends at an afterschool karate club? We're definitely a special pair. I started later in the year which meant I was one of the few white-belt newbies, while Louise who had started earlier already had a colored belt. Then came the occasional sparring sessions where our groups got to mingle and Louise and I were able to pair up for a match once in a while. Long story short, I got my butt handed to me more than I'd like thanks to Louise.
Bridesmaid
In all honesty I don't think we ever really exchanged names at that point in time -- that probably didn't happen until the next year in 8th grade, where a common friend of ours connected us on a much friendlier level (thanks May). We did also have a semester of art class together and summer school geometry the following summer. From then on our friendship bloomed beautifully into High School and it's never stopped since. So regretfully Louise is stuck with me as a friend until the end of time, and I love her very much for bearing with my random ideas and blunt remarks. That's what close friends are for after all.
Bridesmaid
I first met Lois (as I used to pronounce her name) the summer before high school started. In those early days we were getting to know the Lincoln campus and reuniting with old friends. It wasn't until a couple of weeks later that I heard someone properly pronounce her name. When I asked her why she hadn't corrected me, she simply said she liked the way it sounded and had no problem with me calling her Lois. This however did not last, as our friendship grew I once again changed the way I addressed her. At some point, I don't remember the exact moment, she became "Lulu" and I became "mami". Throughout our years of friendship we have shared countless special moments that have shaped our relationship and our future.
Bridesmaid
We grew from inner city high school girls, to college students, and now adventurers. Some of the best moments we have shared have been during the summer, whether we're taking geometry, playing volleyball, volunteering, taking the bus, or learning how to swim, we always had a great time. It is hard to believe that it has been fifteen years since we first met. After all this time, we can still get together and make new memories every summer whenever possible. I am truly blessed in having Louise J. Pagaduan as one of my best friends and to be able to share this special day with her and Charles, who I have come to care love just as much. I look forward to the many adventures to come. You two were made for each other and I wish you all the happiness in the world. I love you my dearest Lulu!
Bridesmaid
Louise and I met in high school, grew close in college, and bloomed together as adults. I remember her as being so confident and cool. A little intimidating almost but after I got to know her, I realized she's even cooler than I thought and that confidence came from her intelligence, hard work, and her sweet personality that people were drawn to. So happy and incredibly lucky she chose me to be her friend. It was with her support, her thoughtful letters, and her visits that I was able to get through the hard and scary college days. I love her for the amazing and beautiful person she is.
Groomsman
It all started when I was born - and then fast forward 20 years later when I met Charles through a mutual friend, and you can say that was all we were at the time. I ended up seeing him more until the magic happened. We began to build a solid friendship using the building blocks of memes. From there we started to hang out more, play games together, and eat more lard than the heart can handle (bless his fried chicken soul). If you have ever had the opportunity to start a conversation with Charles, you would know the man is a walking encyclopedia. Charles has been a great friend and has supported me from the harsh moments of reality to the endless runs of Fractals in Guild Wars 2. I am glad to be able to see him get married to a wonderful woman who will compliment him in many ways!
Groomswoman
To one of my dearest friends - thanks for making a horribly unmemorable impression at SPOP 5, I like how we have no memory of our first real meeting. Legitimately, I wonder if we even met at all. I will now spill some tea about you and your bae using Millennial terms. I’m high-key happy and blessed to have bumped into you playing games downstairs in AV. I had someone to eat with at Pippin and Brandywine and grab potato wedges with at Albertsons. You helped make Chemistry low-key fun, but it was still stressful AF. We slay this long distance friendship thing, and I’m glad that no matter how far apart we are and how many weeks go by with just two text messages, it still feels like we’re just separated by one staircase, or just down the next building, or even just next door.
Groomswoman
In 2009, when you introduced Louise, I was also excited to meet her. While you gained someone extraordinary, I also gained a new friend. Deerfield was lit, and despite the roller coaster ups and downs, I’ll never look back on that time with regret. It’s proof that we can all live together and gang up against ratchet frat boys that live across from us. This has gone on long enough and my attempt to do this is so extra, so dearest Charles, please be well, thank you for everything, and I’m very fortunate to have a friend who can defy odds and take detours in life and still stay on fleek. I seem to have a knack for making very strong-willed, determined friends, and you are no exception. You and Louise are a great match, with similar senses of humor and values in life - I love you both.
Groomswoman
Charles and I first became friends by giving each other embarassing nicknames and killing virtual slimes together in middle school. Ever since then, he's been one of my closest confidants,and I've come to rely on his advice over the years, from nerdy shopping questions to pondering huge life changes. Some things haven't changed; we're still killing virtual slimes together today. But through all our silliness, I've watched as Charles grew more mature and I'm glad he's found someone to share the rest of his life with. A++++++++ couple would double date again.