Leslie Light is an excellent and exceptional friend to both of us. She was there when we went on our first date together, and there for both of us as our relationship defined itself and grew.
We didn't consider anyone but Leslie to stand up in front of the world and pronounce us husband and wife.
-Matt & Michelle
Added on Fri, Jun 6th 2008
Kendra is a very special kind of madness. Ever since I met her, I have found a person who will inspire me, support me, and do the most ridiculous things with me. I would move the world for her if I could and I am blessed that she has agreed to stand up with me as one of my bridesmaids.
- Michelle
Added on Fri, Jun 6th 2008
I met Nate at UCSC through my girlfriend at the time and we've been friends ever since. Out of everyone I met during those years, I've stated in touch with him the closest. Jobs, games, and years have come and gone but he continues to be a great friend.
-Matt
Added on Wed, Jun 11th 2008
I've known Tyler since my first day at UCSC, from the "welcome to UCSC" breakfast on the first morning of school. He was standing behind me in line, discussing some RPG with another guy, and I went out on a limb and struck up a conversation with them before asking them if they wanted to sit together. He's been in my life ever since and I consider myself lucky for it. Tyler's an incredible writer and I wish I had half of his talent.
-Matt
Added on Mon, Jun 9th 2008
Gary is the most recent addition to my close circle of friends. I originally met him through gaming and I'm not really sure when it was that he went from associate to friend. Well-read, thoughtful, hilarious, Gary has been a good and steadfast friend over the last couple of years and he has always been good with support and the occasional, much-needed reality check.
Added on Mon, Jun 9th 2008
Brian is one of the three members of Santa Maria that I asked to be part of my wedding party. My first introduction to him is lost to the haziness of time, helped along by several blows to the head I took from his shenai after my first guild meeting. Loyal and honest, he gives good advice and is someone I put a lot of trust in. I'm honored he's with me.
-Matt
Added on Mon, Jun 9th 2008
I met Erik at a New Year's Eve party and spent a good portion of the evening listening to outrageous and hilarious stories from his past. Charismatic, witty, Erik has been someone I've looked up to since I've met him. He helped me through a very difficult part of my life; I won't ever forget it.
-Matt
Added on Mon, Jun 9th 2008
I met Rick at the same time as Erik, at a party years ago. Since then I've gotten to know Rick slowly and I've enjoyed becoming his friend. His opinion is one that matters greatly to me and it is one I've come to trust a lot. Another quick wit in a group of sharp men, Rick is almost always smiling and joking. He's a great person who I'm happy to have beside me.
-Matt
Added on Mon, Jun 9th 2008
Daniel is my younger brother, and I have to be specific when I say younger because he's definitely not my "little" brother. Dan always has some ridiculous joke to tell and his infectious laugh and smile has helped me out of some bleak points in my life. A sergeant in the army, I'm proud of my brother's service for this country and for the life he has made for himself. Love you, Dan.
-Matt
Added on Wed, Jun 11th 2008