Dyelle & Paul
Wedding Party
Miranda Amrhein
Maid of Honor
As Dyelle’s big sister—by a mere 16 years—I like to think I paved the way… or at least cleared a path with a lot of life lessons and questionable fashion choices. I’m technically old enough to be her cool aunt, but lucky for me, I got promoted to big sister and Maid of Honor. When Dyelle was born, I was already a teenager dreaming of my own world—independence, and maybe a closet that didn’t include sparkly jelly shoes. Then along came this tiny, perfect human who basically stole the spotlight and my heart. From that day on, I knew I’d do anything to protect her, support her, and occasionally embarrass her in public. Watching her grow up was like watching Ariel wish to be “part of that world”—except instead of trading her voice for legs, Dyelle somehow managed to keep her sass, her sparkle, and her sense of humor intact while becoming the most amazing woman. And now here she is, not just part of the world, but absolutely owning it—with her prince Paul by her side.
Kevin Parocaran
Best Man
I don’t consciously recall life without Paul, although some of our parents’ earliest stories of him terrorizing me as a two year old may indicate that is potentially fear-based purging. Paul and I’s brotherhood formed and evolved through the many hours our families spent together, sleepovers playing Pokemon until the early mornings, family trips to the beach, Bible Studies and Church on weekends, and more. We shared and discovered interests like music and sports and, as we continued to grow, this only strengthened. In college, we continued this bond, studying, sorting (IYKYK), dancing, and partying together as we simultaneously strived for our different goals and enjoyed life. As we progressed and entered post-college life however, we found ourselves proximally as distant as we had ever been. Friends’ trips and sparse texts had alerted me to a new girl to whom Paul was getting closer. I eventually had the opportunity to meet Dyelle when I went to visit the East Side and it was immediately clear that she was the one for Paul. Dyelle’s empathy and love for him was so apparent, and his happiness in return was equally evident. There is absolutely nothing more you could hope for as a best buddy and brother. I’m truly honored to be a port of this celebration of Dyelle and Paul’s relationship and am ecstatic for their next journey through life together.
Alexis Mickevicius
Bridesmaid
I’ve had the privilege of knowing Dyelle her entire life. From finding her under our Grandmother’s table singing the little mermaid to watching her walk across the stage to accept her white coat at Michigan State University, I have enjoyed watching every moment. Especially when Dyelle started talking about a certain coworker. I am so honored to have witnessed Dyelle and Paul’s relationship grow and to be a part of this next step in their journey.
Abhi Vinod
Groomsman
My brother and I had only been in the States for a few months after our family immigrated from India. I was about five, didn’t speak much English, and had no idea what to expect when I was told that some people were coming over to our place. That’s the day I met Paul. I’m sure, being kids, our first interaction was awkward. But over the years, we got to know each other and appreciate all the little quirks that make Paul who he is. From struggling with BRISKNESS through Onam dances together, to that unforgettable Cedar Point trip, and laughing until it hurt watching Tropic Thunder after, we’ve made some incredible memories along the way. Now, with his big day coming up, I couldn’t be happier for him. I know Dyelle sees the same things in Paul that we all do—the humor, the kindness, the loyalty—and seeing them together has me stoked. I’m beyond excited to celebrate them and be a part of their special day!
Pearl Kurian
Bridesmaid
I first met Dyelle, or should I say heard, when Paul called me when they first started dating. Dyelle was asking me about what teachers I had in high school and what classes I was taking. I was shocked to learn that Dyelle and I went to the same high school and college (Go Green!), but just missed each other by a year. Soon after, I got to meet the lovely Dyelle and see her kind energy in person. One of my favorite memories with my soon-to-be sister-in-law has to be our trip to Banff. Banff is such a beautiful place, and knowing that it is one of Dyelle’s happy places was so special! I will cherish all the laughs, beautiful sights, and memories we made, and I can’t wait to go back. Learning about how we share our love of trying new recipes, traveling, music (esp Taylor Swift), and reading, it excites me for all the fun to come. Dyelle is easily one of the smartest and sweetest people I know, and the sister I have always dreamed of!
Akhil Vinod
Groomsman
I feel like I’ve known Paul ever since I’ve been I’ve moved here. I reminisce on the days we played Super Smash Bros Brawl in my parents bedroom and all those times we’d get mad as the little kids unplugged the Wii. As the youngest of our Indian crew I always felt a little distant, but Paul always made me feel welcome and never treated me any differently for it. All the dances, trips, and games we played are all cherished memories of mine. Even to this day I love talking about the different shows and manga we indulge in and consistently struggling to catch up to however far ahead you and Abhi are. Regardless, all my memories of you are joyous ones and I know there are so many more to come. I remember first meeting Paul and Dyelle in person by coincidence in Ann Arbor during a game day. It was clear from your faces how fulfilled you both were next to each other. Then again, when we played that murder mystery board game here in California I could tell again the dedication and care you both showed for each other as we desperately tried to scramble clues in between glasses of wine. I wish you both the best to come and have faith that your future will be just as bright as the present.
Shannon Myles
Bridesmaid
Dyelle and I connected on the first day of school in 2008 and have been nearly inseparable ever since. Dyelle has always been the big sister I’ve never had - From sleepovers to working at Biggby together to having fun in college, to now finding our soul mates together, I’m so happy to have been through so many seasons of life with this girl. Over the past 17 years, I’ve had the privilege to watch Dyelle grow into the strong, loving, and supportive person she is today and it’s been a pleasure to watch her bloom. She has been such an inspiration, helping to guide me through challenges of life and I am forever grateful for our friendship. I am honored to stand by her to support her, not only during her wedding, but throughout life. I cannot wait for this next chapter in her life and I’m excited to watch Dyelle and Paul’s marriage blossom over the years to come.
Jacob McEuen
Groomsman
Our meeting was simple and in honest unspectacular, a small get together on New Year’s Eve just a few years ago. We made small talk, played board games, and watched Harry Potter making comments about their heavy use of blue/grey filters. On our way home I remarked how much I enjoyed the company of my wife’s friends and that they seemed like a very solid group. From this day on the group simply grew stronger. We drank, talked, learned to ski (attempted anyways), and just continued to enjoy each others company. Through that one thing became overbearingly clear, Paul is a phenomenal person and he found a perfect match in Dyelle. It’s been a pleasure seeing them grow together and I am proud to call them my close friends. It’s been amazing having someone I can discuss the nerdiest recesses of my mind and have it equally reciprocated, and I look forward to having that well into our future. I wish only the best for the couple and can see a very bright future ahead.
Bella Mccormack
Bridesmaid
College friend of the Bride
Suhas Maganti
Groomsman
I’ve been racking my brain trying to remember when I first met Paul, and I still can't. According to him, he was at my apartment during a college party when I walked up to him and said, “I’ve heard a lot about you,” then walked away. Maybe I was intimidated—how could I not be? What I heard about Paul back then was that he was a black belt, a cross-country runner, and a football player. It was only later that I realized this man couldn’t even win at kickball. That’s our friendship in a nutshell. He remembers all the details, and I take every opportunity to roast him. His memory for the simplest and most minute details (especially with sports) is what earned him the nickname “Database”—and anyone who knows him would agree. Jokes aside, that one meeting turned into a friendship filled with trips, movies, food, and, most importantly, sports. From watching every kind of movie imaginable, to spending late nights grinding through battle passes, we’ve been through it all. Paul is a wonderful human being—someone I can always count on, who’s always there when I need him. I’m absolutely thrilled to be part of Paul and Dyelle’s next chapter and excited to see all the incredible moments ahead!
Allison Schulte
Bridesmaid
Dyelle and I went to the same high school, but really connected when we decided to drive to Pennsylvania together for a mutual friend’s wedding. It was like friendship love-at-first-sight! We bonded so quickly and instantly became inseparable. On our second vacation together (4 months after the PA road trip) Dyelle told me that she wanted to set me up with her boyfriend’s roommate (shout-out Jacob Winkel), we drank a lake-sized amount of wine, did face masks and puzzles, and regretted not knowing each other better sooner. Since then, we have gotten tattoos together on two different occasions, gone on even more vacations together, and we are now both engaged to the previously mentioned boyfriends. I am so lucky to have Dyelle in my life, and I am so proud of the woman she has become! I loved watching Dyelle and Paul fall in love, and I know that the best is yet to come! I feel so incredibly grateful to get to be a part of their special day, and I look forward to making new memories with them for the rest of our lives <3
Jacob Winkel
Groomsman
It was a long night in the dark recesses of Detroit Receiving Hospital. The echos of ambulance sirens filled the hallways. In walked Paul to our tiny two desk office tucked away in the corner of the Emergency Department. This was the first time I met Paul. We spent 12 whole hours on the night shift running back and forth from the resuscitation room, doing CPR and dropping IVs for the physicians. I learned a lot about Paul in those moments. From that day on I knew Paul and I would be lifelong friends. When COVID hit, it felt like Paul and I were inseparable. We spent the better half of two years working everyday with each other on the mobile health unit, testing and vaccinating people for COVID. Shortly after Paul and I became roommates when he moved into the house we rented in Ferndale. This is how we came to know Dyelle! One spring day, just as the cold weather was starting to turn warm and the ground started to thaw, we decided to enjoy the day by inviting Dyelle over and exploring Ferndale. Two games of bowling and a few beers later, the connection was undeniable. I watched as Paul and Dyelle’s relationship flourished. I always think back to that day and remember how paradisiacal it was. Later, I would meet a friend of Dyelle’s who would become my fiancé! I am forever grateful for meeting Paul and Dyelle and the friendships that we share.
Josie DeHaan
Bridesmaid
I first met Dyelle and Paul through the public health program at WSU. Paul introduced me to the Wayne State Mobile Health Unit where I got to spend more time getting to know him and Dyelle. In October 2023 we planned what was supposed to be a big group camping trip to the UP, which ended up being just Dyelle and I. This was really where our friendship blossomed, as we got to get to know each other so much more, and bonded over our love of nature and adventure. I think during this trip was the time we realized that we were truly meant to be the best of friends. Later that year at a friend’s party, after “just a few” drinks, we began to talk about taking another trip. We both deeply wanted to travel internationally, and the idea of traveling to South America came up. The line of the night was “I know we’re drunk, but I’m so serious about this trip, we should go to South America.” And so we did! I cannot even think of the words to describe this experience. Our trust in each other grew, and I think we truly were meant to travel together. I am so grateful to have met a friend like Dyelle. I don’t know anyone else who would hike the Amazon rainforest with me at night guided by a kid with a machete. We conquered many of our fears together on this trip, and made some of the most amazing memories.
Soumith Inturi
Groomsman
My first time meeting Paul was probably during one of the many college nights spent playing mini basketball to determine our future or mixing fruity drinks. Since then, even though we had been part of the same fantasy football crew for years, our paths didn’t cross much again until the pandemic—when our gaming career truly took off. That’s when I finally got to know the man that is Paul. We bonded over all the niche manga and anime we’d consume, the random games we’d try and complete to get an imaginary trophy, and most recently over the many stupid things our cats do. Throughout all that, Paul grew into one of my best and most trusted friends. From the moment Paul started talking about Dyelle, we knew she was someone special. And once they started dating, their love for each other was very evident. I couldn’t be happier for Paul and Dyelle and I’m so happy to be a part of their celebrations. Wish you both a lifetime of happiness!
Josie DeHaan
Bridesmaid
Dyelle has the most beautiful love for life, and I honestly don’t think anyone else could have convinced me to travel on a whim to another continent. With Dyelle I find a friend who is able to bring out the best and bravest of myself, and I am so honored that she asked me to be a part of this day. I have grown to love Dyelle and Paul and the way they love each other, and I know that they are a perfect fit. I am so excited for both of them, and cannot wait to see the life they continue to build with each other!
Akhil Ganesh
Groomsman
I don’t remember when I actually met Paul, but now I can’t picture a day going by without hearing from him at least once. Though we definitely met in college, it was during quarantine that we grew tighter, namely through gaming. Whether sports, video games, or just daily banter, I’ve cherished our relationship growing from acquaintances to the best of friends. What I do remember is getting phone calls from Paul in the middle of the night, asking for advice about this girl he had met at work. From the beginning, it was clear he was smitten and when I finally met Dyelle, it was clear why. Paul and Dyelle are amazing for each other and I’m so happy to be a part of their special day. I’m honored to be a small part of celebrating their love and commitment to each other, and can’t wait to see their beaming faces in front of all of their loved ones.
Anushree Ravi
Bridesmaid
Medical school friend of the Bride
Caden Bauman
Usher
Nephew of the Bride
Adalyn Bauman
Flower Girl
Niece of the Bride
Barbara Vernon
Officiant
Match maker!