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Lauren and Ray (Alex) met each other while attending the University of Texas at Austin. Their story began while working together at Gregory Gymnasium. However their love didn't spark until a couple years later during a graduation trip to Las Vegas, cliche isn't it?&nbsp;After a summer romance full of hiking, good food, and live music, Lauren had to leave&nbsp;Austin to attend graduate school 4 hours away&nbsp;in Galveston, TX. This is where they thought their story would end as neither wanted to pursue a long distance relationship. However, God had a different plan in store for these two.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Over the next 3&nbsp;years, they not only kept in touch, they grew even closer together. With frequent visits, and phone calls every evening, the long distance only made them cherish each moment together more. They always looked forward to the weekends they would get to spend together lounging on the beaches in Galveston or going to UT football games&nbsp;in Austin.&nbsp;







After Lauren graduated, she moved back to Austin where the two could finally live&nbsp;in the same city. They were both nervous but very&nbsp;excited! They soon became very close with a local church and have found a new purpose in their relationship. They are very&nbsp;lucky to have so many wonderful people in their lives who love them and build them up each day. They wouldn't have made it this far without you guys!





 



THE&nbsp;PROPOSAL!





Ray and Lauren planned a white elephant Christmas party with all of their closest friends. Little did Lauren know, this was not just your&nbsp;average Christmas party. Ray had manipulated the white elephant gift exchange to where he had the last number. During his "pick" he found a card under the tree (that was not there previously) and read it aloud in front of all our friends and family. It was a sweet, thoughtful, poem he had written. It ended with him getting on one knee, pulling out a BEAUTIFUL ring, and popping the question. (forgot to mention, this party was also a tacky sweater Christmas party so Lauren was rocking the most hideous, tacky, battery operated&nbsp;sweater&nbsp;as she was proposed to) Thanks for that Ray!&nbsp;

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Becky and Lauren were roommates through their time together at UTMB&nbsp;Galveston for PT School. Their friendship grew strong over the years through&nbsp;lots of studying together, breaks from studying for&nbsp;late night Sonic Ice Cream runs, and trips to the beach.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lauren is slowly converting&nbsp;Becky to becoming an Austinite and bleed burnt orange (HOOOKEM). She&nbsp;is forever thankful Becky will be standing next to&nbsp;her on the big day.&nbsp;

Becky Russell

Seth....what is there NOT&nbsp;to say about him?&nbsp;Seth and Alex have been friends for many years. Seth was in Mrs. Flores' 5th grade class, and Alex was hearing about the trouble he caused long before they joined forces in their schemes. They went through school together with a relationship as thick as thieves, getting in (and out) of tons of trouble together. Alex and Lauren have loved getting to be part of Seth and his wife Ashley's lives as they got married and now have a beautiful little girl Emma.&nbsp; There is no doubt Seth would be there right next to Alex on his&nbsp;wedding day, and all the great events yet to happen.&nbsp;

Seth Juergens

The Laurens met over a classy dinner at Jester Dormitory. Nothing fancier than all you can eat cafeteria food! They soon become roommates and great friends. Plenty a good time was had with these two. Ray was ecstatic to hear when he had earned Filaroska's approval.&nbsp;&nbsp;Lauren is&nbsp;&nbsp;excited and honored&nbsp; to have Lauren stand with her on this big day.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lauren Filaroska

Cameron is the best friend&nbsp;Alex&nbsp;has.&nbsp; They grew&nbsp;up sharing many things, a room, clothes, hobbies...the list goes on. Even with the occasional brotherly spat, they always enjoy time&nbsp;together&nbsp;enjoying live music, board games, or just&nbsp; some food and&nbsp;quality conversation. Alex is extremely thankful to have Cameron stand up with him on this special day.

Cameron Flores

Brandon was one of the first people Alex met when he moved to Rockdale. It did not take long for them to become great friends. They shared many classes, hobbies, interest.&nbsp;Brandon and his family always helped Alex become the best he could &nbsp;in every situation, and there will always be gratitude for that. It is known that you will never be turned away of help with any of the Mustons. Alex is extremely grateful for the lifelong friendship, and for Brandon standing next to him (probably muttering jokes under his breath) on the big day.

Brandon Muston

Lauren and Courtney formed a friendship starting in a Psychology class they shared. This friendship continued and was strengthened over many fun trips and nights out together. Lauren loves Courtney's outgoing personality and sometimes brutal honesty.&nbsp;&nbsp;She&nbsp;can't wait to share the big day next to her great friend.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Courtney Lavadia

James and Alex (Ray) have been standing beside one another since an early age.&nbsp;It started with Cub Scouts and Little League,&nbsp;transitioned into school sports,&nbsp;Halo, and Poker nights, and continues strong to this day. Alex and Lauren have&nbsp;loved being a part of James and his wife Carrie's lives as they have gotten&nbsp;married and welcomed their adorable daughter Ruby.&nbsp;

James Moore

Andrea and Lauren have been close friends since middle school. Despite Lauren's intentions, these two often found themselves in trouble throughout high school. However, it's nothing that they don't&nbsp;look back and laugh at.&nbsp; Lauren is excited to have one of her oldest friends by her side on her wedding day.

Andrea White

Mollye and Lauren met while in P.T. School at UTMB Galveston. They quickly become friends over shared interest in sports, the outdoors and probably the strongest bond, over DOGS! These two are lucky enough to work together. This allows them to support each other after the long days dealing with those crazy kids! Lauren is extremely happy and blessed to have Mollye stand with her during this big move in life.

Mollye Mlcak

Ray met Pablo while attending the greatest university in the world,&nbsp; The&nbsp;University of Texas. They both worked at Gregory Gym and quickly became friends. They shared many interest like&nbsp;basketball, video games, and having too much fun on Thursday nights downtown. They went on to live together for a few years and even though Pablo is in Denver now (to Ray's jealousy), they continue to keep up with one another. Pablo has been a great friend and Ray is honored having him stand beside him.

Pablo Gonzalez

Lauren and Megan met in a class while attending UT. They shared many classes and interest,&nbsp;including one of Lauren's favorites, attending&nbsp;Lone Star Jam every year together. Megan is another long lasting friend from UT that Lauren is thankful to have standing with her.

Meagan Longoria

Zack and Alex (Ray)&nbsp;were always acquainted&nbsp;with one another. They frequented many of the same settings even so much that Zack had Mrs. Flores as his 5th grade teacher. Over the years after High School, they become great friends bonding over books,&nbsp;music, video games, and even living together for a short stent. They enjoy&nbsp;getting together when they can, to play guitar, camp, hunt and fish.&nbsp;

Zack Rolan

Wedding Party

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Registry

For guest that book through our Hotel Blocks, a charter bus will be provided to the Wedding Venue beforehand.&nbsp;

The charter bus will be leaving at set times from the venue back to the hotels. Anyone is welcome to use them to return to the Hampton or Sonesta&nbsp;.

Charter Bus

Group Name:&nbsp; Barlow/Flores Wedding Room Block











&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Group Code:&nbsp;0322BARFLO





Bus Schedule:



Pick up:&nbsp;Hampton 3:45 pm&nbsp;



Pick up: Sonesta: 4:30pm&nbsp;

Sonesta Bee Cave Austin Hotel

You can book 2 nights (3/21-23) here. (EXPIRES 2/20)

Group Name: Flores Wedding Group Code: RAY Bus Schedule:

Pick up:&nbsp;Hampton 3:45 pm&nbsp;

Pick up: Sonesta: 4:30pm&nbsp;

lauren & Ray

lauren & Ray

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Lauren & Ray

The Proposal