Wedding Party

Jessica Somoza

Bride

Martin Salgado

Groom

Carmen Flores

Matron of Honor

Carmen and I met each other in band class in 8th grade after I moved from my childhood hometown. I didn’t know anyone in my new school but she welcomed me with open arms and we quickly developed a friendship! Fast forward 16 years later she is a great mother, wife,sister and daughter but most importantly my best friend whom will be right next to me on our big day! 👯‍♀️ -J

Carla Tageant

Bridesmaid

I have known Carla for at least 17 years now. We met in 7th grade when we ended up being next door neighbors and instantly became great friends. I was right by her side when she married her best friend and now she gets to be with me as I marry mine :) -J

Kimberlee Griffin

Bridesmaid

Kim is my dancing, singing in the car, lets take a nap together partner! We’ve know each other for at least 10 years since we worked together at Aeropostale a long time ago. She’s the one person that I can be my goofiest self with and whom I’m glad I’ve kept in my life all this time :) -J

Kimberly Rodriguez

Bridesmaid

Kimberly and I have known each other since we were babies! We are actually family and even though she grew up in California, she ended up moving to VA some years ago. That is where we became a lot closer and our relationship grew! She now lives back in CA w/her family and I can’t wait to have her here on our big day. -J

Rebecca Somoza

Bridesmaid

Growing up I always wanted a sister! But instead I got my brother Kevin (whom I still love very much despite all the fighting when we were kids lol). Kevin and Rebecca started dating and eventually got married but with that meant I got to know her very well and we became super close. She has easily become the sister I always wanted. ❤️ -J

Vanessa Montiel

Bridesmaid

This lovely young lady has been my friend for at least 10 years now when we met working at the mall. She is the most laid back person I have ever met in my life and is always up for an adventure! -J

Edwin Duran

Best Man

Not just my best man but my best friend. We’ve known each other since we were about 8 years old. We grew up in the same neighborhood and went to school together growing up. We’ve always managed to keep in touch through the years and will always continue to be in each other’s lives. -M

Eric Arias

Groomsman

Growing up Eric was more than just a nephew he was more like my brother and we basically grew up together. He is such an independent and caring person and I couldn’t imagine him not standing with me on our big day. -M

Josh Smith

Groomsman

When I think of Josh I think of the one person who makes work tolerable. We met through our job years ago and he has become one of my buddies whom shares my interest in sports and a nice cold beer. -M

Kevin Somoza

Groomsman

Since Jess and I started dating her brother was also a part of her. We got to know each other and has easily become one of my good friends over the years. -M

Rob Castro

Groomsman

We bonded over the caps and sports since we first met. Rob was once one of my managers and has now become one of my buddies who I cheer our local sports teams with. But especially the CAPS! CAPS! CAPS! -M

Steven Lapo

Groomsman

I met Steven through work almost 5 years ago. He was very humble and welcoming when I was brand new so we got along and eventually became good friends. Even though he moved back to his hometown we always keep in touch and stay connected. -M