Wedding Party
Bianca Arca
Matron of Honor
There's so much I can say about this girl but here's a few words... We were good friends in middle/high school but didn't become super close until after graduation. Now I can't imagine my life without her by my side. We go to each other for everything, knowing that we will not be judged no matter what. She ALWAYS goes above and beyond for her friends/family and I just need her to know that she is appreciated and loved SO much. She is the most selfless person I have ever met and I'm honored to even call her a friend of mine. I always say that I have two soulmates in my life; Ponch and Bianca. No one, and I mean NO ONE knows me better than she does. This wedding wouldn't have been a thing without her incredible help. This is my best friend, Bianca. -Nicole
Dyandra Estevez
Bridesmaid
We were next door neighbors for about a year and met at a get together in our apartment building. Little did I know that she was going to become one of the most important people in my life. We ended up building a beautiful friendship off of our love for Bad Bunny and having both lived in South Florida growing up. I can always count on her to drop whatever she's doing to jam out to Bad Bunny with me, no matter where we are and I love that so much. This girl will do ANYTHING for the people she loves and is an example everyday of true loyalty. She is the most encouraging person I've ever met and is always putting others before herself. This is my best friend, Dyandra. -Nicole
Kayla Alvarez
Bridesmaid
We met working together at a gym in Clermont. She was my weekend manager but I always saw her as a big sister. We grew a wonderful bond out of our love for God and dancing. Some of the best memories I have with Kayla are when we would choreograph our own dances, we'd get so hype lol. We had, and still have, the most inspirational and motivating talks and I constantly think about them every chance I get. She has the best advice and has always been there for me since day one. Whether she knows it or not, she is my role model in life and I am so proud of everything she's done. If I grow up to be even half of the woman she is, I'd be so grateful. This is my big sister, Kayla. -Nicole
Nicole Bina
Bridesmaid
We met when I sold her and her husband a gym membership. I knew I wanted to be her friend so bad but I was too shy to say anything. Funny enough, she felt the same way and came up to me at the gym one day and invited me to go on a double date. Little did I know that I literally had just met the older version of myself lol. We have so much in common, it's insane! This girl is also the SWEETEST person I have ever met. She is a prime example of a true and loving friend and has a heart of gold. She truly lights up the room with her smile wherever she goes. She is a ray of sunshine and a blessing in my life. This is my best friend, Nikki. -Nicole
Blake Runkle
Best Man
We had originally met in 11-12 year old little league, I was on the Silvis Orioles and he was on the Silvis White Sox. We had then became teammates on the same travel baseball team called the Titans. After years of baseball together on the same team, My Dad and Blake's Mom began to date when we were in the eighth grade. We became best friends throughout High school and brothers through crazy stories that I do not have enough room to fit. One of our craziest stories comes from Blake randomly asking me if I would like to move to Florida with him and his Fiancé Sydney. On a whim, I decided to tag along with him and the rest is history. Blake is my Best Man because without him, this wedding would not be happening. Thank you Blake, I'll forever be indebted to you. -Ponch
Javier Lopez
Groomsman
Where do I even begin with Javi. Words cannot describe the kind of big brother he has been for me over the years. He is the definition of a big brother. While I was an introverted and timid child, I had by my side the most outgoing and confrontational older brother to take on all the spotlight. From protecting me from scuffles on the basketball court at the YMCA, to letting me know it was okay to be a little arrogant from time to time. He is a person I will go to, for as long as I live, for guidance and approval. Any person would be blessed if they had a big brother like Javier has been to me. -Ponch
Cruz Lopez
Groomsman
My first little brother, or should I say twin lol. We may look the same, but Cruz is a person that I have always been so proud to call my little brother. He is one of the smartest people I know. Whether it is from being actually book smart or knowing a dumb life hack that he can recall from when he was 8 years old that he saw in a YouTube video one time. I have always loved that he wears his heart on his sleeve, and I am so proud of the man he has become. He will forever be my little brother, and he will always have me reminding everyone we meet what a "Cruz Move" is. (Ask him whenever you see him. Lol) -Ponch
Matthew Passini
Groomsman
The first time I ever spoke to Matt is quite the story. I was on my ass, looking up from the dirt on a baseball field at first base after Matt had just sprinted full speed into my outstretched body. A normal person would think, that this instance would be the beginning of a deep hatred, but quite the opposite happened. Now I can't remember if he was safe or if he was out, but I do know that he would become one of my best friends and someone that I have had the pleasure of watching grow into a great person. But for the sake of this being MY wedding, I am going to go on record and say that he was out in our first meeting. Lol -Ponch
Andrew Estevez
Groomsman
As Nicole said above, Andrew was my next door neighbor when I lived in my last apartment. I would never have spoken to him or his wife Dyandra if it weren't for Nicole. (Me being an introverted child carried over to me being an introverted adult lol.) Little did I know, that the next door down would be a great friend of mine. He is someone that I am very fortunate to call a friend and having him with my family and friends from Illinois is something I am very excited for. Blending the life I had in Illinois and the life I have created in Florida. P.S. I beat him in bowling one time. Lol -Ponch