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Spanish Class 1/10/2018

January 10th at approximately 11:50AM, Nathaniel and Nicholle met for the first time. They were standing outside of James 291, waiting for Spanish class to start. Nathaniel and Nicholle both think they were the first to say hi to the other. For the sake of picking our battles, let's say it was Nathaniel. ;)After a couple of weeks of class the two started to get to know each other, and became closer as friends. Throughout the semester, they would talk before and after class, and sometimes during. (when our professor wasn't around!) One day, Nathaniel 's partner he usually paired with for class was absent, and he asked if he could partner with Nicholle instead. This led to us sharing our Instagram accounts. After a couple of weeks of DM's and texting, on March 23rd, they went on their first date.We are so thankful that God placed us both in that class, and caused our paths to meet, and we cannot wait for the day we get to become husband and wife.

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"Sweet friendships refresh the soul and awaken our hearts with joy, for good friends are like the anointing oil that yields the fragrant incense of God&#8217;s presence."
 
Proverbs 27:9

When Emily and Nicholle met, they were 11 and 12. They became best friends and since then the two have shared years of sleepovers, birthday parties, Halloween costumes, tears, and laughs. However, one special thing Nicholle and Emily share is that Emily shared the Lord with Nicholle when they were 15 years old at a sleepover at Nicholle's house. This was when Nicholle started to take her walk with the Lord seriously, and begun to understand what it meant to have a relationship with Him. When Nicholle asked Emily to be her Maid of Honor, they both cried! Nicholle is so thankful that Emily said yes and will be standing by her side on one of the biggest days of her life.

Emily Brown

The friendship of Nathaniel and Rama started way back in the year 2010 at the G.E.N.I.U.S. co-op group both young men attended in middle school and high school.  What would start that fateful year of acting classes, music jam sessions, and random tree-climbing-sword-fight shenanigans would be a life-long friendship together of adventures, and personal growth.  Rama, an accomplished musician and student, has been not just a friend to Nathaniel but also a personal inspiration and mentor.  As the years have gone by, they have shared each other's spiritual and mental challenges and helped each other find strength in God through it all.  Nathaniel is blessed to have Rama supporting him at the altar, and he looks forward to seeing their friendship continue to grow.

Ramakrishnan "Rama" Kumaran

Desi started out as one of Nicholle's dance instructors and guitar tutor at a performing arts school, but quickly turned into one of her best friends. Since meeting when they were teens, the two have shared many therapy sessions at Disneyland,  birthday parties (their birthdays are one day apart!), SpongeBob quotes, and so much more. Desi is truly so gifted in many areas. She has an incredible singing voice, speaks several languages fluently, is an incredible artist, and is genuinely one of the kindest and lovliest people you could meet with a love for Jesus. Nicholle is so thankful for Desi's friendship, and is so excited to make more memories in the future.

Destinie Dominguez

Nathaniel met Christopher about 6 months into his relationship with Nicholle.  Christopher is a dedicated father and a role model for Nathaniel of a dad that is always there for his kids. Whenever Nathaniel see’s Christopher, he always has Oliver strapped to his chest or Kathryn playing on his shoulders.  Christopher is not only a new role model for Nathaniel, but also his big brother.  Nathaniel is grateful to have Christopher be on his side at his wedding, and is happy to be joining his family.

Christopher Baron

Growing up, Nicholle had never gotten to experience what it was like to have sisters,but lucky for her, Nathaniel has two! Megan has become Nicholle's little sister with whom she can share wonderful sister-moments with. Nicholle has gotten to watch Megan grow up over the past couple of years and it has been such a privilege for her. Megan is an incredibly talented dancer, and continues to use her talents to minister to others and speak in ways that words cannot. Nicholle has gotten to watch Megan perform on many occasions, and is always so thankful to do so. Nicholle and Megan have gotten even closer over the past year, and Nicholle is so glad to have a little sister like Megan.

Megan Gibson

Growing up, Nathaniel never really had brothers and now he is so excited to be marrying into a family where he has a brother like Ethan. Ethan and Nathaniel instantly bonded through their love of music and would often spend holidays and family gatherings jamming in Ethan’s studio at a volume probably much higher than they should have.  One of Nathaniel’s favorite memories with Ethan was consuming an inhumanely sized portion of McDonald’s on Christmas Eve and watching The Christmas Story on repeat.

Ethan Baron

Lyndee is Nathaniel's oldest sister, and one of Nicholle's best friends. Nicholle and Lyndee have shared so many wonderful memories over the last couple of years such as many Disneyland trips, shopping days, and High School Musical sing alongs. Lyndee and Nicholle are both huge Disney nerds, and they both love to sing. This means whenever they're in the car together, Nathaniel is in for a real treat, because they get LOUD! 

Lyndee is a very accomplished dancer, and singer, and has recently moved to Texas to pursue her Bachelors Degree at SAGU. Lyndee has a passion for Sign Language and teaching, and hopes to utilize these passions in the future to further the Kingdom of God and minister to others. Nicholle is so proud of Lyndee and all she's accomplished, and cannot wait for the future.

Lyndee Gibson

Savannah and Nicholle met during their graduate schooling, since they were both in the same program and had nearly all of their classes together. Although they both attended school at California Baptist university for their undergrad in similar majors, they didn't know each other until grad school! Though, they both state that they wish they'd met each other sooner. Savannah and Nicholle became wonderful friends nearly instantly, and share an obsessive love for Target and smoothie bowls. Nicholle was so blessed to have been a bridesmaid in Savannah's wedding in July 2020, and is so excited that Savannah will do the same for her!

Savannah Vest

Yes - they have the same first name, yes - they were roommates in college, and yes it irritated their other roommates when they wanted to talk to one of them or get their attention (ok, that last part was not true). Nathaniel and Nathanael immediately jelled once they met in college.  Their passions for history, politics, and philosophy spurred some long conversations which often lasted long into the night (long even for college student standards).  From brainstorming new board games, to discussing medieval fighting techniques, these two have built a friendship that will last a lifetime.

Nathanael Reed

Nathaniel and Ethan also met at CBU when Nathaniel moved onto campus (Ethan was his Resident Advisor).  They grew to become great friends over that semester and became roommates as well the following school year (which turned out to be quite handy when your RA was your roommate and you didn't have to pay him $10 when you got locked out of your apartment).  Hanging out for these two guys was always simple: some pizza, and some board games and they were all set. One of Nathaniel's favorite memories with Ethan was getting to go see one of their favorite Christian podcast hosts, Justin Brierley, in a live apologetics conference in Orange County.  Nathaniel was ecstatic to be asked to support Ethan as his groomsman at his wedding, and is equally excited to have Ethan next year as one of his.

Ethan Stone Lee

Emma and Nicholle have been friends for the past eight years - and have gotten to share some wonderful memories. From going on auditions for student films in LA during our acting phase, to visiting the Warner Brothers Studios lot, singing at a nursing home together dressed as a giant green M&M and a whoopie cushion, and so much more. The two got really close during their college years at CBU. They would carpool to school, and in that hour long trip to school they were able to share laughs, tears, joys and prayers for one another. Emma is truly such a genuine and loving person. The kind of friend who would be there for you no matter when you need her, and offer you support, prayer, or even a hug. Friendships like these are a blessing!

Emma Coates

Sean, Nathaniel, and Nathaniel’s best man Rama were affectionately known throughout High School as the bowtie bandits (a moniker earned through the frequent appearances of them together dressed in bowties).  Brought together through High School Shakespeare productions, the two instantly clicked and you could find them all the time together practicing lines and blocking, or engaging in an intense cribbage match over lunch.  The two were separated by distance during College, but after coming back to SoCal after his graduation, Sean and Nathaniel are back to their shenanigans of old.  Nathaniel looks forward to having Sean by his side at his wedding and continuing to build up more shenanigans hereafter.

Sean Denton

ecca and Nicholle have been friends ever since she became her roommate in summer of 2019. Through the many ups and downs of life the two have gotten to know each other better, and Nicholle is so thankful for such a wonderful friend. From their karaoke parties when nobody is home, dance workouts, late night talks and prayers for one another, watching awful kids movies, and all the memories in between. There have been many times where Nicholle wasn't feeling well, since she suffers from chronic migraines and Bekah has gone out of her way to bring her medicine and food on these miserable days. Nicholle is so thankful for Bekah and hopes they remain close friends years down the line!

Rebekah Ferrante

Funny story about Tim and Nathaniel, they actually shared an apartment room before they met for the first time. Nathaniel and Tim knew they were sharing an apartment room at CBU, but on move-in day at school, Tim did not come back to the apartment until 12AM (at which point Nathaniel had already gone to bed). Nathaniel remember’s being awakened at 2AM to the loudest snore he had ever heard in his life. Let’s just say Nathaniel struggled to get back to sleep that night.  The next morning, they actually introduced themselves and they have been great friends ever since. The following year brought lots of video game hangouts, El Monte/CBU Caf runs, and everlasting memories. The best part? The snoring never bothered Nathaniel again.

Timothy Johnson

Nicholle met Stacy in 2018 when her older brother Christopher brought her home for the family to meet. Stacy is a wonderful addition to our family, and Nicholle is so thankful that she has brought a new nephew into her life. Stacy is always suggesting fun family outings such as apple-picking. Nicholle has gotten to watch Stacy become a mother to Oliver and is constantly inspired by Stacy's dedication and resilience as she looks after her son. We are thankful for her!

Stacy Anguiano

One of Nathaniel's oldest friends, these two did a lot together. They played baseball together and may have even taken hip-hop and tap classes together (this hasn't been confirmed or denied). The two guys were always hanging out and spending time either playing sports or video games together. They always talked about their goals and dreams for life. The two have always been there for each other, and now Nathaniel is honored to have Daniel be at his side for his wedding. 

Nicholle & Nathaniel

Nicholle & Nathaniel

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