Carmen Payares
Zane Bolen
Carmen Payares
Zane Bolen
September 14, 2024
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Amalia Payares
Mother of the Bride
Carmen's mother's name is Amalia but we all call her Ama. She is a single mother who raised her two children. Ama always has a big smile on her face, she loves to read thrillers and romantic novels. She loves to crochet and embroider.
Kathy Bolen
Mother of the Groom
Zane’s mother was born in Nuremberg, Germany. She is a registered nurse and was a college professor before retiring last year. She is a grandmother to two sweet babies and loving every second of it. Zane is her oldest child.
Gregory Bolen
Father of the Groom
Zane’s father grew up in Glendale, Arizona. He went to college at Northern Arizona University. Greg is a Perfusionist, which means he operates the heart and lung machine in the operating room. He loves his grand kids and he’s always ready to play some backyard games.
Micah Custalow
Best Man
Zane’s best friend since middle school, he and Zane have traveled all over the country together. Life has always found a way to bring us close to each other even when one moved across the glob. Micah is married to Caressa Custalow and they have 4 kids together. (currently) He is a marine and will gladly take a shot of Jameson with you at the wedding.
Sneed Hugueley
Matron of Honor
Sneed is from Colombia and lives in Atlanta. She is the smartest person, and can answer questions asked on any topic, she is the organizational queen, and unlike the other Colombian women here she'll always be on time. She is currently doing her master's degree in economics, and she loves traveling and helping people.
Alex Reel
Groomsman
Known only as “Reel” he is Zane’s second oldest friend. Reel is a firefighter, and unfortunately ladies he’s off the market. He plans to name his first son Rodney Nelson Reel, so he can call him Rod N. Reel. He’ll likely beat you in a foot race and you’ll catch him moon walking and doing the worm on the dance floor.
Lidis Lopez
Bridesmaid
Lidis is from Colombia, she met Carmen at college while studying systems engineering in 2013. Lidis is very intelligent, she is a software tester, and together with Carmen they wrote a book on instructional design, she loves to cooking and working out.
Reef Miller
Groomsman
The man the myth and the legend, Reef had been a family friend for awhile. Reef and Zane became friends over rocket league while Zane was still living in Phoenix. Reef’s friendship caused Zane to reconsider moving back to VB where he would later meet Carmen.
Sara Martinez
Bridesmaid
Sara is one of the bride's best friends, she is from Bogota. Sara and Carmen met in Atlanta during a cultural exchange program, they have taken many trips together. She is the sweetest person, and so brave. She loves to talk and can be on the phone with Carmen all day. Carmen and Sara's favorite things to do together are go shopping and go out dancing.
Carter Beagle
Groomsman
Zane’s brother in law is married to Liza Beagle. Carter has been in the family for some time now. Carter has one son named Chase. He may be big but don’t let him fool you Liza makes the rules in that household.
Liza Beagle
Bridesmaid
Liza is Carmen's sister-in-law, she has a beautiful baby boy, named Chase, and he is sweetly anticipating his little brother Colton. She will be the first to cry during the ceremony. And if you're looking for a new personal banker she's your girl.
Stephen Breslin
Groomsman
Stephen is dating Zane’s youngest sister Mackenzie. He’s also a Longwood Alumni so he’s at least got one thing going for him. This man is the magic behind the Harry Potter’s forbidden forest and he once dressed as Steve Irwin for Halloween.
Mackenzie Bolen
Bridesmaid
Mackenzie affectionally known as Kenzie is Carmen's sister-in-law, and is Zane's youngest sister, she has a heart of gold, her strength and perseverance are inspiring. She loves her parent's dogs Lucy & Murphy. You can always find Kenzie surrounded by her friends.
Things To Do
The Corolla Beer Garden
The atmosphere here is laid back and local. The beer selection is expansive. You’ll likely find the bride and groom here during the weekend.
Currituck Beach Lighthouse
Corolla Adventure Park
Longboards Island Grill
If you are looking for more dancing this is the place. Carmen felt this was straight out of an old beach movie scene. The foods not bad either.
Wright Brothers National Memorial
This one’s for the history buffs. See where history was made. The place that makes North Carolina “first in flight”
Registry
FAQs
Question
What should I wear?
Answer
Semi formal atire
Question
What are the wedding colors?
Answer
Bridesmaids are wearing burnt orange and the grooms men are wearing white and tan
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