Sebastian & Jhonathan
Wedding Party
Kelli Mendenhall
Groomsmaid
A friend, a confidant, a partner in crime; Kelli is anything and everything you need her to be, a true “ride-or-die”. Kelli met Jhonathan in 9th grade and they were bonded in true friendship thereafter. It’s wonderful what an AFI ringtone can do for a blossoming friendship (Miss Murder was quite the hit!) Since then, Kelli has been an integral part of Jhonathan’s (and now Sebastian’s) life - their shenanigans are renowned. When the crowds are gone, just remember, Kelli is PRETTY DOWN *inside joke* Favorite Memory of the Couple? "New Years Eve 2015, the three of us crashed some holiday company party in a building next door to where our roommate (Jessi Morgan) was bartending and we pretended to know everyone there to blend in. It worked so well we that we ended up in their company photos!"
Megan Biniasz
Groomsmaid
Long ago, Jhonathan challenged Megan to an epic soccer match - with an empty water bottle. The rules were simple: keep the water bottle the longest. It’s unclear who won that day (it was Jhonathan, but don’t tell Megan). What is clear is that Megan continues to be a formidable competitor (hours of Catan Trauma) and a fiercely loyal friend for both Jhonathan and Sebastian. Megan is the sane factor in an otherwise chaotic friendship group. She can also be relied upon for delicious cookies! Ask Megan about her baking; she makes exquisite desserts. Favorite Memory of the Couple? "That day searching for the lake. We had to off-road the Jeep over boulders, then the hike where we got lost all while Seb was in a Speedo but finally arriving and having such an amazing time floating and hanging out.
Jessica Morgan
Groomsmaid
Inseparable since Sebastian accosted her and bribed her to be his friend with a soy tuxedo mocha (he was worried she could have been lactose intolerant!), Jessi has been guzzling coffee with Sebastian since 2013. Not only can Jessi tolerate dairy, she can tolerate Sebastian and Jhonathan's nonsense - evidenced by living with them for 3 years. Favorite Memory of the Couple? Too many too count - but one of the latest were when Jhon tried to set me up with a stripper! I'll never forget the absolute joy on his face when he proclaimed, "He's straight!"
Alicia Quinn
Groomsmaid
The stars aligned when these two met. A mutual friend introduced Alicia to Sebastian when Sebastian needed a last-minute date to the junior prom. She was the first person he came out to. She was the first friend introduced to Jhonathan. And she will probably be the first to cry at this wedding (place your bets now)! Favorite Memory of the Couple? "Seeing how they play with my beautiful 1-year old daughter! And every time we hang out, my face hurts from the amount of smiling and laughing we do."
Starla Sanchez
Groomsmaid
“Everyone knows you can’t choose your family but you can choose your friends. And in a world ruled by blood lines and bank accounts, it pays to have a pal. As much as a BFF can make you go WTF, there’s no denying we’d be a little less rich without them. No, that’s not a tear in my eye.” —XOXO, Gossip Girl. While Sebastian and Starla aren’t related, they are family. These two have shared church, Gossip Girl, awkward teen fashion, holidays, and friendship since they were children. Their mom’s have been friends since the 70s - Starla’s mom was even a bridesmaid to Sebastian’s mom when his parents married. Favorite Memory of the Couple? "I will always remember our first time at a gay club and the many dollar bills used that night. A dollar can get you more than you bargain for these days..."
Silva Yaacoubian
Groomsmaid
Minus the obvious height difference and grey hair, Sebastian and Silva are basically indistinguishable. Both boast voluminous hair, the latest in denim and plaid fashion, a great sense of humor, and an indeterminable ethnic background. These two souls first met each other in the drama and conflama of Community College and were immediately bonded by their hipster attraction to coffee, tea, and all things queer. Even though Silva lives in San Francisco, the two have remained close friends and cherish the opportunity to reunite, catch up, laugh, and admire each other's fashion (they dress the same). Favorite Memory of the Couple? Memories are still being made - update forthcoming.
Kim Burns
Officiant
Kim and Sebastian have been weirdos together since 2005, they met in a college theatre production. The laughs continued when she met Jhon and the three of them have been quarantine buddies. Favorite memory of the couple? "When I first met Jhon, the three of us had an impromptu photo shoot with wigs, makeup, and our friendship was sealed. I could see how Jhon complemented Sebastian so perfectly. He let me know then that Jhon was "the one". My life is even brighter as a result of their radiant love. I am so excited to see where the journey goes next, and I am deeply honored to help usher in the next stage by officiating Jhon and Sebastian’s wedding ceremony."