My ride or die <3 Donna & I met in 2005 at URI and have continued our strong bond through my constantly moving around the world, and life's challenges. She has - without a single doubt - been by my side through it all, and have always provided a perspective of the other side. I have always known that if I need anything, Donna has my back - and I will always continue to do the same for her! Always with a smile on her face, I am beyond excited that she'll be my maid of honor on this most important day! She also comes with a theme song ;-) maybe we'll share it!!

I met Mr.Flowers 5 years ago from one of my first jobs in Miami. As he would come in, we would chat more & more, and from there we developed a strong friendship. Eventually, we got together outside of work, and laughed over politics, sports, and the current news. He is the type of friend who would drop everything to be there for you. I'm looking forward to having him be a part of our lives on this adventure.

My Sister from another Mister <3 I've known Inessa for 30+ years, and I'm so excited that our friendship continues to grow through our ever-changing lives. Inessa is married to her wonderful husband, Evan with whom she has two daughters (Madison & Livia). They live in Palm Beach Gardens, FL - just a little over an hour from Miami. It seems Inessa & I have been playing tag over the past 15 years from RI/Southern CT to NYC to Southern FL! I'm always so happy to have family close by, and so excited to have you by my side on this day!! Tag, you're it!

Peter & I went through a bartender training together in Miami for a month, and really didn't speak much to each other. After Peter and I passed the class, his wife - Noel - suggested we go out to celebrate. Since that day - 5 years ago - we have remained close friends!

My "She Knows Too Much about Me" cousin <3 living with her wonderful boyfriend, Mark and beautiful son, Gabriel in Newington, CT!! Jana has always been the person to make me laugh when things have gotten a little too serious! I cannot wait to have her by my side on this big day to help me remember that we're not meant to take life to seriously, and to just keep laughing! PS. I have been calling her Junes (you'll be hearing it through the wedding day) since I can remember - and no, her birthday is not in June!

Po - probably the nicest person you'll every meet - is my brother by way of Brandy (my younger sister). He has time and again proven that he would bend over backwards for the people he most cares about in this world, and continuously puts his family first! I could not image my wedding day without him by my side & his support!We are so excited to celebrate this day with family close by, and we know that Po will be standing with us smiling the entire time.

My Soul-Sister (who happens to be Ray's sister) <3 I've felt so thankful over the past couple years that Brandy is in my life - to say the very least, she just gets me (mostly because we seem to always be on the same wavelength). Brandy lives in Rochester, NY with her fantastic husband, Po & daughter, Lilya!! Brandy always carries a comforting & caring smile, and is always there when needed. She has been my sounding board, and my temperature checker through this planning process. For the time we have known each other, she always wants to make sure that there is happiness in & around her bubble.

Liliya - the crazy wild child - reminds me of myself when I was younger. The family always says she takes after her Uncle Ray! She's incredibly lovable, funny, and dances to the beat of her own drum. Liliya is my younger sister's (Brandy's) daughter with her husband Po, and they live in Rochester, NY!! We are so excited that Liliya agreed to be part of our wedding day, get all dressed up, and spread beautiful flowers! Her spirit is one that will be showcased on our wedding day, and is very representative of the environment we hope to portray - just have fun!!

When Vladimir was born, I told everyone that one day this little man would conquer the world - and I still have all the faith that his mission is on course! He's my cousin on my mom's side, and lives with his parents (Larisa & Vitaly) and older brother (Benjamin) in Avon, CT! He has excelled in academics and sports, and has a tremendous sense of humor and curiosity! I'm a huge fan of his, and I'm so excited that he agreed to be a part of my wedding day! He is going to be responsible for guarding our rings, and presenting them to us on our special day - and I know he will take his job quite seriously! So fortunate to be a big cousin to this dude!