Historic Whitewood

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Spring

Our Wedding

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It all started with buying a car… a test drive, an exchange of a few curious glances, and one bold question:"Can I take you out to celebrate your purchase?" Kareem asked.Aryanna showed up to the car lot in her comfiest hoodie and sweatpants—just planning to get a price on a car she'd been eyeing (and, turns out, didn’t actually like). She had no intention of being “sold”… on anything. But then Kareem looked at her and said,"You don’t really like that car. I have one pulling around I think you’ll love."And just like that, she was sold—on the car and the guy.They always joke that Kareem knew her credit score, phone number, and address all in one sitting—so maybe he was sold on her too?

How We Met 

That same day, Kareem pulled up to her doorstep, opened the door like a true gentleman, and off they went.Two and a half hours later, filled with laughter and that magical feeling of being the only two people in the room, they realized they were—literally—the last ones left in the restaurant.The very next day brought motorcycle rides, puzzles, more laughs, and endless talking. It was easy, exciting, and full of connection.

The First Date

They met in March 2020, just weeks before the world shut down. COVID gave them an unexpected gift: a three-month “long distance” relationship... in the same town. It was unconventional, surprising, and undeniably meant to be.

The Early Days 

Five years later, here we are.The foundation we built early on has carried us through a relationship full of fearlessness, strength, resilience, effortless fun, deep support, and a love that keeps growing. We can’t wait for everything ahead—for more dances in the kitchen, forts built for movie nights, and turning our house into the home where we’ll raise a little Kareem and Aryanna. And most exciting of all, we get to celebrate the next chapter in our love story with you—our village.

The Next Chapter

Our Story

Photos

Eleni Koliopoulos

Josh Lopez 

ReDell Atkinson

Elden Tyler 

Aya Nath 

Neel Nath

Naiya Weathers & Naomi Weathers

Clifton Weathers 

Mariya Clark 

Mohammad Juma

Kasey Ciotta 

Jacary Crew 

Brittany Daye 

Cornell Daye 

Mary Abram 

Shawon Fields 

Wedding Party

FAQS

Our wedding venue is located about an hour from our home and just 25 minutes from the Short Pump area. For those traveling or looking to stay nearby, we recommend finding accommodations in or around Short Pump. The area offers a great selection of hotels, restaurants, and amenities to make your stay comfortable and convenient. While we won’t be providing transportation to and from the venue, we have reserved a hotel block in Short Pump for your convenience. You can book directly through the link below, which will take you to the Ahmed Wedding Block. The deadline to book under the hotel block is February 22nd, 2026. We’re so grateful you're making the trip to celebrate with us—it means the world!

Aryanna & Kareem

Aryanna & Kareem

A&K

CEREMONY

COCKTAIL HOUR

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