If for some reason you ever needed a carpenter, therapist, comedian, bodyguard, and opera singer, you would only have to give Andrew a call and you’d have all five and more. Andrew is my best friend and has stuck by my side ever since we started making cheesy jokes to each other in the fifth grade. Life and all of its obstacles have only been so easy to experience with the constant help of friends to lean on, and Andrew is a true testament to that. Reliable, smart, honest and kind, Andrew is the brother I am proud to have as my best man.

If you looked in a dictionary for the definition of an upstanding gentleman, you’d find a picture of Sebi. Hard-working, well spoken, well-mannered and well dressed, Sebastian puts himself together so well that nobody would ever believe he is actually one of the funniest, most unabashed friends you could have. If you ever want to talk for hours, just give Sebi a call, or wait till noon for him to call you while he’s in the Popeye’s drive-thru. Always ready a at moment's notice to either go to a party or meet the president, Sebastian is a constantly reliable friend that will put his one hundred percent effort into anything you need.

Daniel Garza is a deeply close friend of mine and has always been a foundational part of my growing years. Danny can always find a way to make you laugh like you did when you were ten years old and also be a steward to your peace when you face life’s hardest challenges. As the friend with a pool, Danny’s house was the favorite spot for all of us to hang out at. Even though we very often treaded the line between visitors and invaders, Danny has always been the type of person to never turn anyone away. His kind, forgiving, and nonjudgmental approach to everyone he meets makes Daniel a true friend to all.

We all know a few people that are always getting into fights and up to some new adventures yet are somehow the most responsible and respectful people you’ll meet. Matt is just about like that. One of the toughest, most resilient men you’ll ever meet, Matt is also remarkably insightful, kind, and accepting. Matt will befriend just about anyone and everyone, but just don’t mess with the people he loves or else you’ll see his fist flying at you at the speed of light. Matt is a father, brother, friend, and companion that everyone deserves to have in their lives.

Jesse Solis-- mad scientist and dear friend of mine-- carries an aura of knowledge, acceptance, and coolness everywhere he goes. When you hang out with Jesse long enough, you begin to develop your own language between each other that nearly every conversation starts to feel like a trip to another universe. Whether you are into science, electronics, action movies or just want a friend, Jesse will commit his entire attention to exploring the world with you and finding the answers to life’s biggest questions.

Carrying self-reassurance that radiates onto those around him, Erik is one of the best friends to have by your side as you take on the world. If you are ever going out to a big party, shooting some hoops in the park, or even spending all night playing card games, Erik is a get-up-and-go guy who will always make time out of his busy days to spend time with his friends. Standing tall and strong, Erik Guajardo offers a safe friendship to all his friends and anyone who needs it.