Sue and Albano Look Nice

Bride's Parents: Sue and Albano Ponte Originally from Guandong, China and Sao Miguel in the Azores Islands, Sue and Albano met in Cambridge, Massachusetts at the Cambridge Savings bank in Harvard Square. No longer two oceans apart, Sue and Albano live in Belmont, Massachusetts.

Iris and Her Parents

Myra and Taylor

Groom's Parents: Myra and Tony Hugg Myra, who had lived all over the northern half of the US couldn't help but meet a boy from western Kentucky. They both attended Georgetown University where Myra was a varsity Basketball player and Tony was president of the Glee Club. A match made in geek heaven, Myra and Tony currently live in Newton, Massachusetts.

Tony is Triumphant

Jenny A With Iris

Maid of Honor: Jennifer Austin Jenny is Iris's best friend from childhood. When Iris was little she would run across the street (sometimes as early as 6am) and ring her doorbell so Jenny would come out and play. From lemonade stands to prom dresses, Jenny has seen Iris through it all. Now at UMASS medical, Jenny is working hard to become Dr. Austin!

Matron of Honor: Michelle Cardona Shelly was Iris's roommate at Holy Cross for 4 years. How she put up with that, John will never understand. They would get up together at 5am to row crew and stay up late getting our work done. Through college, Michelle supported all of Iris's endeavors and pushed her constantly to study and study. Today Shelly has a busy life. Newly married to Michael Stitzel, Shelly has been working hard at Jefferson Medical School. If that wasn't enough, she is also currently at Johns Hopkins for her Masters in Public Health. All that studying was worth it!

Iris and Michelle

Lauren with her Old Roommate

Groom's Sister, Bridesmaid: Lauren Hugg After graduating from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennesee, Lauren became one of District of Columbia's finest fourth grade teachers. Besides teaching the three 'R's, She hopes to someday become an elementary school principal; Lauren's evil plan is to build an army of 10 year old Red Sox fans.

Groom's Sister, Bridesmaid: Annie Hugg The youngest of all the Hugg children, Annie followed in her sister's footsteps and is now a Sophomore at Vanderbilt University. Unhindered by career plans, Annie is counting on her brother's success for future sustenance. Time will tell if this proves wise.

John & Annie Dress Up

Carrie and Chris

Bridesmaid: Carrie Croucher Iris met Carrie at Holy Cross freshman year. One of the first things She remembers about Carrie is "Wow, this girl is really smart and she is never stressed out. How does she do it?" Out of all of Iris's girlfriends, Carrie is the rational one. Let's just say... she keeps Iris in line. There were many late nights at Holy Cross when Carrie became her proofreader and she will forever be in debt. Currently, Carrie not only has the coolest record collection in town, she is also is studying midwifery at Yale.

Bridesmaid: Jennifer Gauvin Since college Jenn Gauvin has been one of Iris's dearest friends. They lived on the same hall freshman year, became psychology buddies and the rest is history. Their adventures did not end at Holy Cross, instead Jenn and Iris had the opportunity to live together post-graduation in Taipei, Taiwan. Aside from keeping her relaxed through the world of academics, Jenn is also Iris's cooking tutor. Who would have thought they would ever become so domesticated? In her free time Jenn is studying for her Psy.D. (Clinical Doctorate) at Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology.

Jen Eating Mexican Food

Andrew is Laughing

Best Man: Andrew Maclennan Andrew, or Andy Mac as we call him, lived across the hall from John freshman year at Tufts University. Andrew is remakably good fun for someone who works so hard. We think it's the crazy hair. After spending two years in the Peace Corps (which is not at all like the Marine Corps), Andrew will be starting Medical School at Wash. U. in St. Louis. If you're ever sick, bored or don't have an encyclopedia handy, Andrew is your man.

Bride's Brother, Groomsman: Adam Ponte A junior at Holy Cross, Adam is getting ready to go study abroad in China as well as take his LSATs. When he isn't studying (ahem) he is golfing, playing baseball, fixing computers and working at the State Department. The ladies at the wedding better watch out!

Adam Like Golf

Ari With His Dad

Groomsman: Ari Berenbaum Ari and John went to highschool together and suffered through many a boring math class passing notes. A good thing to know: on a school trip to Scandinava, Ari ate an entire jar of peanut butter. Ari is now a Doctoral Student in sociology at the University of North Carolina.

Groomsman: Michael Long John has known Michael's fiance, Liz Gould for years now. A few years ago she was nice enough to meet a very cool guy. With a disturbingly parallel sense of humor, John and Michael became good friends quickly. Besides, how many other people know what it's like to be a two hundred and forty pound rock climber?

Girraffe? Nope.

Phil in B&W

Groomsman: Philip McNeill Phil is John's cousin on his mother's side. He is currently living in Cambridge, Massachusettes and working for eInk, inc., a company that makes electronic paper. Handy is hardly the word; with a degree in mechanical engineering and a home improvement hobby, Phil can fix or build just about anything.

Groomsman: Stephen Saffarewich Steve had the next room over from John freshman year at Tufts University. His parents are international teachers and Steve grew up in Germany and then went to high school in Poland. He has repeatedly requested more techno music for the reception, only to be denied. Now living in Chicago, Steve lives a life of adventure and is a great guy to chat up if you're looking for a crazy story.

No Food for Steve

Taylor Skiing

Jr. Bridesmaid: Taylor Huxtable Taylor takes cosmopolitan to levels not often seen in a nearly 8 year old. Taylor is a resident of Amherst, New Hampshire where she lives with her mother Michelle. There will be a prize at the reception for anyone who manages to take a picture of her where she isn't looking directly at the camera and smiling.

Jr. Groomsman: Jeremy Lee Don't let his two sweet dimples fool you. At 10, Jeremy is one of the toughest baseball players around. Not only is he talented on the field Jeremy is also a master piano player and an excellent student. Everyone can't wait to see his skills on the dance floor.

Jeremy Likes Ice Cream

J&C at the Beach

Ringbearer & Flower Girl: Jonathan & Kathryn Chin Living in the Big Apple with their twin brothers, both Kathryn and Jonathan live very busy lives. At the young age of 5 and 7 these kids have more extracurricular activities than anyone you know. Kathryn loves ballet, piano and swimming lessons and Jonathan loves his sports class, piano and swimming lessons as well! In addition to being multi-talented these kids are experts at hailing NY cabs.