Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

The story starts one night at the UCF Reflecting Pond on September 21st, 2022.Freshman year. We were adults now. Allegedly.A time when you feel wildly independent but still Google “how long do you cook rice?" (We burned the rice. Every time.)We love telling people we had a romantic meet-cute.Like we locked eyes across the water.Like there was slow motion.Like the universe whispered.That is not what happened.Jennifer saw him on social media, stared for a minute, thought, “Oh, wow,” and sent a single, extremely out-of-character message:“hot”Not “hi.”Not “how are you.”Not even a period.Literally just that.She closed the app. She moved on with her life. She truly thought that was the last we’d ever hear of it.It was not.He replied.Suddenly this was real.That same night, Jennifer was at the Pond reading — voluntarily — while he had just wrapped up a fraternity meeting. She would later discover this “meeting” consisted primarily of learning choreography to Nicki Minaj’s “Super Freaky Girl.”When he found out where she was, he said he was coming over.Not “we should hang sometime.”Not “are you free?”Just, “I’m coming.”They sat down by the water and started talking. And kept talking. And kept talking. The kind of conversation where you learn someone’s childhood trauma before you learn their favorite color.They both kept saying they should probably head back.They did not head back.Instead, they wandered around campus as two freshmen who had absolutely nowhere to be and somehow everywhere to go. Laughing. Oversharing. Quietly thinking, “This feels important.”After that night, it was basically over for everyone else.Dorm visits turned into staying over. Staying over turned into unofficially living together. At some point, half of his closet migrated. At some point, her makeup did too.They adopted two very spoiled cats who now fully believe they founded the relationship. They moved into their first apartment and quickly realized that living together means assembling furniture at midnight while insisting you are not frustrated, even though you absolutely are. They learned that “I’m fine” rarely means fine, and that “I’ll be ready in five minutes” confidently means fifteen. They set alarms they fully intended to wake up to. They became those people who say, “We have food at home,” and actually mean it.They argued about what to watch for twenty minutes and then rewatched the same show anyway. They apologized to guests for fur on everything while simultaneously talking about their cats like proud parents. There were long couch conversations that stretched late into the night. There were random kitchen dances that started for no reason at all.Somewhere between the small disagreements and the small joys, they learned how to apologize. They learned how to listen. They learned how to stay.Oh, and they stopped burning the rice, mostly.What started as unexpected became safe.What started as bold became steady.What started as one brave move became years of choosing each other...on the easy days and the hard ones.Fast forward to 2025.He got down on one knee.And yes, the girl who led with “hot” said yes.Turns out sometimes the most unfiltered first message leads to the most intentional forever.And we wouldn’t change a single word of it.

From “Hot” to Husband

Our Story

We somehow convinced these legends to stand next to us on the biggest day of our lives. From lifelong friends to family who legally can’t say no, meet the dream team that’ll be celebrating (and probably crying) with us!

Lilian 

Aparecido

Tiffiany

Father of the Groom

Wedding Party

Q + A

Set within 1312 feet of Mizner Park, Hyatt Place Boca Raton in Boca Raton features an outdoor swimming pool, as well as free WiFi. The property is located 2.2 mi from 20th Street Shopping Center, 4.3 mi from Sports Immortals Museum and 6.8 mi from Morikami Museum Japanese Gardens. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area. Each room includes a private bathroom with a hair dryer. At Hyatt Place Boca Raton, the rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. The hotel has a business center, as well as a fax machine and photocopier that guests can use. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is 1.6 mi from the accommodations. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 20 mi away.

Hyatt Place Boca Raton/Downtown

Located just off Interstate 95, this 5-story boutique hotel offers convenient services and guestrooms near many area attractions in Boca Raton, Florida. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, Farmer's Table. The Wyndham Boca Raton Hotel is surrounded by a tropical courtyard with a heated pool and hot tub. Work out in the on-site fitness center or play a game of golf on the nearby course. Relax in one of Wyndham's spacious rooms in a pillow-top bed, which is triple-sheeted with 250 thread count sheets. Select rooms boast balconies, overlooking garden settings. Enjoy amenities such as free WiFi and a luxurious Mediterranean-style bathroom. The hotel is 1.2 mi from the shops of Town Center at Boca Raton and 4.2 mi from the beach. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 26 mi away.

Wyndham Boca Raton Hotel

This hotel in Boca Raton is within 14 minutes' drive of the beach, FAU, and Boca Town Center. The outdoor terrace is surrounded by a tropical garden and palm trees. Free internet is available. A 32-inch flat-screen cable TV, seating area, and coffee-making facilities are provided in all Sonesta Select Boca Raton Town Center rooms. Extras include a small refrigerator, towels, and linen. Guests can sunbathe at the outdoor swimming pool, or relax in the hot tub. This Sonesta Select Boca Raton Town Center provides free parking on site as well for added convenience. Palm Beach Airport is 25 miles away. A 24-hour market selling sandwiches, ice-cream and drinks is also available.

Sonesta Select Boca Raton Town Center

Offering direct access to the shores of Deerfield Beach, this resort hotel is 4 miles from downtown Boca Raton. A spacious outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and 2 full bars are available. Floor-to-ceiling windows and wooden tile floors decorate the modern rooms of the Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort. Each features 37-inch flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. Two oceanfront restaurants are featured on site, including Burger Craze, an award-winning restaurant featuring American cuisine. Patio Bar &amp; Grille offers a second dining option and Vaniglia E Cioccolato serves authentic gelato. Poolside drink and towel services are offered to all guests. A fitness center and daily newspapers are also available. The Deerfield Beach Wyndham Resort is 7 miles from the Pompano Beach Amphitheater. The Children’s Museum is 10 minutes away.

Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort

This Mediterranean-inspired hotel is ideally situated only moments from beautiful beaches and popular Boca Raton attractions, and provides many modern and free amenities along with comfortable accommodations. Only a short distance from the Hampton Inn Deerfield Beach, guests can discover top-rated golf courses, pristine beaches and numerous shopping centers. The Boca Raton Museum of Art as well as the Sports Immortal Museum are also easily accessible. Guests at the Deerfield Beach Hampton Inn can start the morning with a free hot breakfast, then spend the afternoon relaxing by the outdoor pool. The hotel also features a modern fitness center as well as a free evening reception.

Hampton Inn Boca Raton-Deerfield Beach

Just 2 miles from the east coast beaches of Florida, this Deerfield Beach hotel is within 5 miles of championship golf courses. The hotel has an outdoor pool and hot tub. Guest rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Deerfield Beach Boca Raton provide a coffee maker and cable TV with pay-per-view movies. Ironing facilities, a work desk, and a hairdryer are also available in every room. Boca Raton DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Deerfield Beach features an on-site gym. Bobby Bahia’s Restaurant and Lounge is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Florida Atlantic University is 6 miles from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Deerfield Beach Boca Raton. The hotel is just off of Interstate 95.

DoubleTree by Hilton Deerfield Beach Boca Raton

Located 4 miles from South Beach Park, this Boca Raton hotel offers an on-site restaurant. Guests will also be 4 miles of the Boca Raton Museum of Art. All guest rooms features a flat-screen cable TV, desk, and granite private bathroom. Guests will be greeted by a 24-hour reception and coffee in the lobby. Free Wi-Fi is provided at this Florida Renaissance Boca Raton Hotel. A business center and fax and photocopying facilities are offered as well. The upscale shopping and dining options of Mizner Park are 4 miles from the hotel. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is 25 miles away.

Renaissance Boca Raton Hotel

Travel

If you're visiting for the wedding weekend, we hope you take some time to explore the area. Boca Raton and the surrounding beaches have so many great spots to enjoy, from ocean views and local restaurants to coffee shops and shopping. BeachesSouth Florida’s coastline is just minutes away. Red Reef Park (Jennifer's go-to beach growing up) and Spanish River Beach are beautiful Boca beaches perfect for relaxing by the water. Just a short drive south, Deerfield Beach &amp; Pier offers a lively beachfront with restaurants, cafés, and one of the best ocean views in the area. RestaurantsThere are plenty of great places nearby for lunch or dinner. JB’s on the Beach in Deerfield is a classic oceanfront spot for seafood and sunset views. Houston’s is a longtime Boca favorite on the Intracoastal with great food and waterfront dining. For something lively, El Camino in Mizner Park is known for tacos and margaritas, while TwentyTwenty Grille and La Nouvelle Maison are wonderful options for a more upscale dinner. Coffee &amp; Casual StopsIf you’re looking for a good coffee or a relaxed breakfast, The Seed Coffee + Juice Bar, Third Place Coffee Lounge, and Carmela Coffee are all great local cafés. Shopping &amp; ExploringMizner Park is the heart of downtown Boca Raton with restaurants, shops, and the Boca Raton Museum of Art. Town Center at Boca Raton (another Jennifer-approved spot!) is also nearby and one of the area’s most popular shopping destinations. For something outdoors, Gumbo Limbo Nature Center offers scenic coastal boardwalks and a chance to see Florida wildlife. Brunch the Morning AfterIf you're staying the weekend, brunch is always a good idea. Dune Deck Café is a laid-back beachfront favorite known for its ocean views and breakfast classics. Another Broken Egg Café and Louie Bossi’s are also great options for a relaxed brunch nearby. We hope you enjoy exploring Boca Raton during the weekend and make a little getaway out of the celebration. 🌴✨

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