Lisa is the oldest of the Moynihan sisters and has always been the person I most looked up to. Not only is she the oldest, but also the wisest sister who has always had just the right advice for any situation, making her the first person I confide in. Lisa and I have a decent age gap, so when I was in 6th grade she went off to college and following that she lived in DC. We finally are back living in the same state and it has been the sweetest joy. Not only do I get to watch her be a mom to the cutest kids, but also I get to teach with her. Lisa is the most intelligent, beautiful, passionate, driven woman and I am so lucky to call her my sister, friend and Matron of Honor.
Nick Fuoco - Best Man
Nick is the eldest of the 3 Fuoco boys. Although we are separated by 10 years, he has always been someone I have looked up to, and someone I have gone to for a lot of advice throughout the years. I am fortunate to have someone I can trust and confide in my whole life. Nick is married to Kristen Stokes; the person that introduced Monica into my life. Together, Nick and Kristen have 3 beautiful kids (Lucy, Clara, and Leo) whom have made me a proud Zizi. I am extremely excited to have Nick as one of my Best Men on this special day.
Jackie Patton - Bridesmaid
Jackie is the older of the two middle Moynihan sisters. She has the best eye and always knows just what to add to complete a look, whether it is an outfit, a living room, or a party space. Jackie is also the most creative. It began at an early age as she should put on plays for the whole neighborhood. As we have gotten older, that creativity has expanded to throwing extravagant parties with her friends and remodeling her and BJ's new home. I always appreciate Jackie's inclusiveness and her ability to make everyone feel welcome, especially me in times when I most needed it. I have always and continue to look up to Jackie. Jackie is the most beautiful, strong, driven, creative woman and I am so lucky to have her as my sister and friend.
Andrew Fuoco - Best Man
Andrew is the second oldest of the Fuoco boys. He has the best dog, Mesa, who I love to spend time hiking with. Andrew has always been the person that has my back, and is always willing to put others above himself. Having someone like this, as one of my Best Men, makes the wedding day even more special. I am incredibly fortunate to have him here on this day.
Michelle Moynihan - Bridesmaid
Michelle is the younger of the two middle Moynihan sisters, and she is actually only 14 months older than me. Not many people get to have a built in best friend like we did. I was so attached to Michelle that our mom had to enroll me in pre-school when Michelle went to kindergarten because I didn't know how to be home without Michelle. Being so close in age, Michelle and I got to be in school together, dance together and now they even get to teach together. It has been so special to have this opportunity to teach together and to get to watch Michelle do amazing things at Juan Diego. Michelle is truly the most wonderful human being and we have all agreed that she is by far the best Moynihan. She is the most intelligent, caring, compassionate, selfless, beautiful woman and her light shines wherever she goes.
Jay Potvien - Groomsman
Jay is Chris' best friend from the beginning. They met back in Kindergarten, and have had a friendship that is more like a brotherhood ever since. As time has gone on, they have both moved to different locations, had many life changes, but one constant is their bond. The day wouldn't be complete without having Chris' right-hand man alongside him.
Kati Simon - Bridesmaid
Kati has been my best friend since 6th grade when Kati transferred to St. John the Baptist Middle School. We actually had seen each other before that, because we were both soldiers in the Ballet West Nutcracker, which is what we quickly bonded over. Kati and I continued through middle and high school together, sharing classes, dancing together and even making up talent show dances together. After graduating from high school Kati moved to LA for school but later moving back to Utah. When she moved back to Utah, we got to live together. Those two years of living together brought the best memories thatI will cherish for the rest of my life. Sadly, after those two years, I moved to Hawaii and Kati to New York and they were about as far apart in distance as humanly possible. Luckily their solid friendship held strong through FaceTime dinner dates, Thanksgiving in Hawaii, and visits to see Kati perform as a New York City Knicks dancer. No matter the distance Kati has been my biggest supporter. Kati is the most beautiful, passionate, hard working, funny, intelligent and strong woman and I am truly so lucky to have her as her best friend.
Vinny Fuoco - Groomsman
Vinny is my cousin, but growing up you would have thought we were brothers. We are separated by less than 2 years, which made it extremely fun growing up. There were not many things we did without one another, which makes it even more fitting that he will be a groomsman for this special day.
Mara Pascua - Bridesmaid
Mara is my oldest and dearest friend. Mara and I went to school together from pre-school to college graduation. Although we were friends the whole time, our friendship really grew when they lived together in college for three years. Mara was working through her nursing degree, and I, my teaching degree. Both jobs have quite the excitement, which made it nice to be able to go home and share experiences, offer advice or even do a fun activity to take our minds off the stress. Mara is the most hard working, thoughtful, intelligent, beautiful woman and I am so grateful to have had her by her side for her entire life as my best friend.
Mario Widdowson - Groomsman
Mario is one of Chris' cousins and one of his closest relationships. Growing up, they always seemed to find themselves in precarious situations, but also seemed to find themselves out of those situations, as well. He is a father to 2 adorable children, Ariya and Enzo, with his girlfriend, Jordan. Having Mario there on the big day is very special, and both Monica and Chris are happy to have him there.
Michaela Boyle - Bridesmaid
Michaela is my 'newest' friend. We met through the PACE program in which we were both placed in Honolulu, HI. Although we only had one year together, our connection was instant. Being so far away from family, we quickly became each others family. We lived about 20 minutes apart but made and effort to see each other almost every day whether it be meeting at the gym, the beach, or even to each other's house to make dinner and watch reality TV. My second year in Hawaii will forever be one of the best years of her life thanks to Michaela and her friendship. Since then we have been able to visit each other in different states and constantly FaceTime to keep up with each others lives. Michaela is the most selfless, genuine, passionate, funny person and my Gen-Z connoisseur. I was so lucky to meet her in Hawaii and to have made a forever best friend.
Kyle King - Groomsman
Kyle and Chris go back to the 4th grade when Kyle moved from Oklahoma (Boomer) to Utah. From the start, they realized how much they had in common, and they spent many day and weekends together. In high school, Kyle moved away and eventually joined the military. After many years of not having contact, they reconnected in 2018 and picked up exactly where they left off many years earlier. Kyle will make the day even more special, and the couple is grateful he will be there to celebrate their love.