Wedding Day

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Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

<p>Our story began a bit different than the average love story. Mike and I met online on a dating app my friend convinced me to try.  Just when I was ready to delete the app I met a cute boy named Mike. I knew right then he would be different from the others. After many messages and phone calls, we finally went on our first date.....at Adventure Park. After that weekend we knew this was it. We felt the instant connection.  It wasn't easy with the driving back and forth from Tulare to Bakersfield just to see and spend time together. Our relationship was made official on July 2, 2015 in a special place, Pismo Beach.  That very weekend Mike go to see my love for shopping at Collections and chose to stick around. After three years and a teaching job later the decision was made I would move to Bakersfield. We have lived happily for the last five years together, got fur babies, struggled, experienced hardships, and celebrated victories! On August 20th, 2022, which was my birthday, my better half finally proposed at Newport Beach. Newport now holds a special place in our hearts. The last eight years together have been nothing short of amazing and we look forward to our wedding, traveling the world and experiencing life as Mr. and Mrs. The best is yet to come.  </p>

Our Story

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This artistic and energetic cousin of mine holds a special place in my heart, because of her mama. She loves with her whole heart and nobody is a stranger to her. A memory I hold close to my heart is Presley's first time in Vegas at six months. She was the happiest baby being pushed around. She's a wild child at heart with a cute fashion sense like my aunt Leslene. She is her mama's daughter .

Presley Clouser

I met Irma while in college. I thought she was such an overachiever, because she emailed the teacher wanting to be class representative, and her notes were color coordinated. She is smart, hardworking, and independent. We have been through some struggles together but have came out on top as friends. I am thankful to have my frenny friend by my side, and believe I am the teacher I am today because of her. 

Irma Padilla 

Veronica is the first friend I met when I moved to Bakersfield. Veronica and her husband have a special place in our hearts because Mike lived with them when he moved to Bakersfield from San Diego. Veronica is one of the kindest, selfless, most loyal friends I have ever met.  She is the best at listening and being a great support system. Even if it is just a regular bad day, she is there to listen.  I can't wait to have her by my side for my special day.....like I did for hers. 

Veronica Gross

My cousin Michelle and I were inseparable as kids. We would constantly go to each other's houses for sleepovers. She was truly my first best friend. We often spent time shopping with my aunt, which I loved, but Michelle hated.  I loved our jam sessions to Avril Lavigne and Britney Spears, and our pool games. I have enjoyed watching you become the wife and mother you are today. 

Michelle Lawrence

I met Angela about 20 years ago through Nichole. Her house was known as the fun house, where you went for game night, cookies and sleepovers. Angela is my shopping partner, and a Disney fan as well. Over the years we have taken many memorable Disney trips together that I cherish. Splash  Mountain rides with Angela will always hold a special spot in my heart.

Angela Vieira

Growing up with my cousin Maddie I always looked forward to our karaoke nights, and T Gogo's cookies.  I have always loved our annual family trips together and all the memories that were made.  As we grew up, I grew to love hearing about what sort of adventures she was up to and all about her love life. I am thankful for your love of trash reality television and the conversations we've had. I can't wait to nominate you to The Bachelor.  P.s. Shawn Booth will always be zaddy.

Maddie Simoes 

I remember when my cousin " jojo" was born. Everyone, but especially me was so excited to have a new baby cousin. Even though she is now twenty one years old, she will always be my baby "jojo". She went from making Brooke and I watch the Wiggles on repeat to this grown adult. I remember having to watch her jump in the pool over and over again until she perfected it. As the years have gone by I have got to watch you grow from this Soulja Boy dance teaching four year old, to this beautiful, smart young woman.

Jordan Simoes

I met Esther when Mike had taken me to San Diego to meet his family and best friend Tom, Esther's husband. Esther and Tom eventually moved to Bakersfield, where I got to really know Esther. Esther is a person I can vent to about anything, and always gives advice when I need it. She is the fun spontaneous friend that I needed in Bakersfield. I've always loved how blunt she is, and when she would put Mike in his place with her witty comebacks. Tom and Esther share two beautiful twin girls who are my flower girls.  

Esther Batalla

Zoey is Veronica and Shayne's five year old daughter, and is considered our niece. She loves Disney, school, and loves to do arts and crafts. She's a shy, but sweet little girl. She is very caring and shows empathy at such a small age. 

Rosie and Penny are Esther and Tom's twin five year old girls. They love Disney, and swimming in the summer time. They love trips to the beach and are full of energy. They are full of personality and very social. These twin nieces of ours are such sweet girls. 

Zoey Gross, Rosie and Penny Batalla

My sister has been by my side since the day she was born.  As we grew up our relationship has become stronger. Even though she is my younger sister, I look up to her. She is strong, independent, and caring to those she loves. I respect her ability to be blunt and not care what others think. Brooke has always been stubborn. I remember when my mom told her not to stick her foot in the hole to see how deep it was she did anyways, and got stuck . Who did she call for help? Me! This is the same girl who also stuck an antenna in an electrical socket and told our mom "look I went pew!" She also knocked my tooth out with a phone because our dad told her to jokingly. She has been a huge support system through the whole wedding process and don't know what I would do without her.  

Brooke Simoes

Nichole has been my best friend since we were 14 years old.  We met our freshman year in Portuguese class when Nik turned around asking to borrow a pencil and the rest is history. Nichole and I have been through a lot together in our twenty year friendship. Nik was the one who took me to Disneyland and my first Giants game. Even when exhausted she would still stick out Disney and explain to me all the Princesses. My family quickly became hers and while her family became mine. In the start of mine and Mikes relationship, before she was with her husband Mike would take her with us on trips. She was the " sister wife." We were often mistaken for twins or even sisters. Nichole is like another sister to me and our love for boy bands is something I will always cherish and hope to pass on to our kids.  

Nichole Azevedo-Minnis

Chris is Brittany's younger brother. We instantly connected on common interests, like guns, sports, and capping on Britt. As Britt and I got more serious my relationship with Chris grew stronger. He is the younger brother who is protective over his sisters, always looking out for them and wanting the best for them. It was at the exact moment when I took Chris shooting, I think he realized I could and would always protect Britt. 

Chris Simoes

I met Brian when he started dating Britt's best friend Nichole. I remember being so excited to finally have another guy added to our group. I was no longer the only guy hanging out with Britt and Nik. Brian making his arrival to the group meant I no longer had to drive the girls around and take them on all our trips to Disneyland or the beach alone. Once I got to know Brian more it was easy to see why Nik chose him. My favorite memory with Brian was getting to be part of his special day when he married Nik, and now I look forward to him being a part of mine. 

Brian Minnis

I met Andrew through Britt because he is her best guy friend. Andrew and I share the same dirty sense of humor, which is why we clicked instantly. Andrew is the type of friend who has no filter and is known as the life of the party. Every time I hang out with him I know it will be a good time and I will leave laughing. My favorite thing about Andrew is he is always his true authentic self. He is either you like it or don't. My favorite memory is seeing Andrew get down on the dance floor at Nik's wedding....then split his pants. 

Andrew Siegel 

I met Joseph on July 2, 2015, when I asked Britt to be my girlfriend. Joe and I hit it off that day since he had to keep me company as Britt took forever shopping in Collections. I have taken many Disney trips with Joe but my favorite will always be our trip to Santa Cruz. Joseph is terrified of birds and during this trip to Santa Cruz found himself head to head with a Casa de Fruita peacock. I have never seen a more determined bird. Joe had to hide in the bed of my truck. Overall he is a good time to hang out with and I look forward to celebrating with him. 

Joseph Mederos 

I have known little Tommy since he was a baby. His dad and I have been friends for the last twenty years. Tommy is the only person to this day who still calls me by my gamer name,  "beware." It has been exciting to see Tommy grow from a little boy into a young man. My favorite memory of Tommy is when we went to the safari park in San Diego, and he was too tired to walk so I carried him on my shoulders the entire time. 

Tommy Batalla 

I have known Junior for the last 6 years. He started as one of my employees and turned into a great friend. We clicked over our common interest in cars. I have lots of funny memories over these last few years working together. He has always been a dependable friend when one of our cars was down or we needed someone to watch over our dogs when we went out of town. 

Junior Munoz

Paulie and I grew up together in Imperial Valley. Growing up he was always my favorite cousin to hang out with. Some of my favorite memories with him were playing pick-up basketball late at night and then heading over to the donut shop to eat carne asada tortas. As we have gotten older I have always admired his relationship with God. Even though we don't live in the same city or see each other much we have always stayed connected and talk everyday. 

Paulie Perez

I have known Carlo my whole life for the fact that he is my older brother. Carlo is the one who is responsible for my name because he liked Michael Jackson. Even though we are brothers our personalities differ. I am social, loud, and obnoxious, whereas Carlo is shy and enjoys being at home. He has always been dependable and there when I needed him. Even though I am taller by a few inches, he will always be my big brother. 

Carlo Munguia

I was there the day Cole was born four years ago. I have always loved Cole's enthusiasm when receiving gifts. My favorite memory is when I bought his sister Zoey a Lol doll house and he was the one who screamed and freaked out, instead of his sister. I have enjoyed being the favorite uncle and getting to see his personality blossom. I am so excited to have you as my ring bearer on my special day. 

Cole Gross

I met Shayne through Tom because we were all gamers. When I first met Shayne in person he admitted he didn't like me but once we got to know each other more his perspective changed. Shayne is a very important person to me because he was the reason I was able to move to Bakersfield. He let me live with him for a year until I was able to save up to get my own place. He can be a real hard ass but has always been there for me when I needed him. I have many memories with Shayne but my favorite one is when we went to the 24 hour Disney event.  

Shayne Gross

I met Tom around 20 years ago online because we were both playing Halo. We soon found out we lived in the same city and decided to meet up, and the rest is history. Tom has always been like a second big brother to me. The many memories that I share with Tom were set on the golf course. A sport we both shared an interest in. We both share a love for gaming and the San Diego Padres. Even though we don't see each other often, but when we do it's like we haven't missed a beat. I have admired your role as a father over the years and I look forward to having you by my side as my best man. 

Brittany & Michael

Brittany & Michael

Travel accomodations

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bakersfield Airport, an IHG Hotel