I’ve been friends with Gwen since college, so we’ve known each other for about 15-16 years (UCI! zot! zot!). She is one of the nicest and kindest people I know (with a hidden mischievous side that peeks out now and then, of course) and there’s not a person who meets her that doesn’t think the same. I got to spend an afternoon with her and her family at Via Marina Park up in Oxnard the weekend after Thanksgiving, and after a few hours with her parents, I could see why Gwennie is as awesome as she is.

Tito Larry and Tita Yoli (mom and dad Antonio) are soft-spoken, yet friendly. Gwen’s younger brother, Jason, his wife Trishia, and their two boys, Julian and Xander are goofballs. Dale, Gwen’s soon-to-be-hubby, is quiet, but get him laughing and soon you’re cracking up with him.

Thanks for such a great time, Antonio Family! Can’t wait to spend the whole day with all of you at the wedding!