The White Orchid

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

As the saying goes, we met in high school during our junior year. He was the new kid in school, and I was the "lifer" who knew everyone- so dating someone from school never crossed my mind. But Lazaro, or as many of you know him, Willy, was different. After our junior vs. senior powderpuff game (a flag football match for girls), we were introduced. When we shook hands and he said "Yes ma'am," I instantly knew he wasn't like anyone else. That night, everyone went to celebrate at Sports Grill-except for me. Years later into dating, I found out that Willy went there hoping to see me and sit next to me. Little did he know, I was at home studying for my AP Biology test. Not long after, our paths crossed again, and from that moment on, we were inseparable. We've grown together through high school and college, sharing countless memories and laughs. I couldn't imagine life without him and can't wait to marry the love of my life.- The Bride My first memory of her was at our high school lockers-her last name is Garcia, and mine Hernandez, so we were side by side. I lingered there, hoping she'd notice me, but she never did. After the powderpuff game, I decided to make my move. She looked so cute in her double French braids with two black lines under her eyes for the game. I asked a mutual friend to introduce us, and when we shook hands, I knew I had to get to know her. Everyone went to Sports Grill to celebrate that night (even though the juniors lost), so I went too, hoping to see her. To my disappointment, she was the only person in the whole grade that wasn't there, and I spent the evening plotting my next chance to talk to her. Eventually, fate brought us together again, and we've been inseparable ever since. She's my rock, and with her-and God- we can conquer anything. I can't wait to marry you, my love!- The Groom

Melanie + Lazaro

Melanie + Lazaro

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