The Proposal

The Odyssey

Rehearsal

Rehearsal Dinner

Walter & Lesia Leverett Residence

Bridal Shower

The Davis’s Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

We never lived in the same dorms. We rarely saw each other on campus. Our majors were two totally different spectrums. But somehow, our paths connected one day having lunch in Tri-towers. What started off as friends, quickly became more than friends. November 8, 2017 CJ asked Kiara to be his girlfriend in the room of Wilkins Hall. From riding the Redbird Express, to enjoying meals in their campus apartments, to walking the stage together... This story is far from perfect but it is our college sweetheart love story. Kiara came into college confident but in need of deeper soul healing. CJ was the catalyst and rock for her. Cornelius came into college determined but in need of restoration in deeper connection. Kiara was the catapult and safe space for him. August 27,2022 has now changed this love story into a forever love story! #ADavisToRemember

A College Lovebird Story

Our Story

Photos

Shantis Taylor

Ashley White

Ameerah Leverett

Marissa Jones

Rayana Stevens

Ta’Nera Smith

Ryan Puttkammer

Kyle Ross

Ladarius Young 

Eric Riggins

Chase Meyers

Makhi Reed

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have limited rooms blocked for immediate family of the bride and groom. We encourage all parties outside of immediate family to book at this hotel. The Bride and Groom would love to have the home feel of walking to family members' rooms and connecting with them.

EVEN Hotel Chicago-Tinley Park-Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel

We are asking family members that need rides to please utilize uber as the Wedding Venue is a six minute drive. If you would like to not buy an uber, please reach out to our wedding coordinator to coordinate day-of-rides with other family members.

Uber 

Travel

This place offers a variety of fun activities including high-speed karting, axe throwing, virtual reality, arcade games, and a bar &amp; grill entertaining area.

Accelerate Indoor Speedway & Events - Chicago

Odyssey Fun World

Tinley Park Roller Rink

Join us every week for the Saturday Night Dance Party 9pm until 3am at Time After Time 6133 W. Cermak Rd. Cicero, IL.Special guest DJs hosted by Legendary DJ / House Music Artist Martin "Boogieman "Luna of Mix Masters!Enjoy great Drinks and Bottle Specials served by an awesome staff!Old School, House Music, Freestyle, Classics, New Wave + more!It's a visual dance party with wall-to-wall HD dance music videos and HQ sounds!"Time After Time, it's always a great time"For Birthday Parties, Table Reservations, Group Parties and Bottle Service Reservations call 1 (708) 477-6355.&nbsp;Plus ask about our Exclusive party room!Free Entry + Free Parking, 21+ W/ID to Party.

Saturday Night Dance Party

The newly renovated Orland Square Mall is conveniently located in the south suburbs of Chicago and is an upscale shopping destination serving the affluent communities of Orland Park, Tinley Park, Homer Glen, and Frankfort. Shopping mall featuring Apple, Alex &amp; Ani, Macys, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Pandora, PINK, Pottery Barn, Sephora, Williams-Sonoma, Cheesecake Factory, and over 130 stores and restaurants.

Orland Square Mall

At more than 47,000 feet, this classic family fun center in Orland Park is a surefire hit on rainy days. The main zones at Gizmos Fun Factory feature bumper cars, a ropes course and zip line, go karts, laser tag, a laser maze, climbing walls and a multi-story soft playspace for the littlest adventurers.

Gizmos Fun Factory

Enjoy the climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort with HDTVs in every bay and throughout our sports bar and restaurant. Using our complimentary clubs or your own, take aim at the giant outfield targets and our high-tech balls will score themselves.

Topgolf

Things to Do

CJ and Kiara’s love go deeper than themselves. It stems from the unconditional love from both sides of the families that produced their perfectly imperfect, long-suffering, unconditional love. The love that look passed the faults and falls and embraced them for who they are so CJ and Kiara continually embrace each other with that same love❤️

FAMILY IS EVERYTHING

Registry

Cornelius and Kiara's love runs deeper than their hearts... it runs to their stomachs! Food has been a bonding experience for the couple in their 6 years together. Please enjoy and stop by some of the couple's favorite food places here in the south suburbs and city.

Eggsperts Cafe

Breakfast/Brunch/Lunch:9218 W. 159th St.Orland Park, IL708-737-7867https://eggspertscafe.com/Recommendations: - Chicken &amp; Waffles- Churro Waffles- Steak &amp; egg Eggrolls

Oooh Wee It Is

Breakfast/Brunch:33 E. 83rd St.Chicago, IL 60619872-244-7505https://ooohweeitis.org/Recommendations: - Oxtail meal (side of mashed potatoes and candied yams)-Pot roast meal- Baked Chicken

Lumes Pancake House

Breakfast:9060 W. 159th St.Orlando Park, IL 60462708-226-0777https://www.lumespancakehouse.com/

Eggheadz Cafe

Brunch: 16952 Oak Park AveTinley Park, IL 60477708-444-0880https://eggheadzcafe.com/

Wildberry Cafe

Breakfast/Brunch: 196 E. Pearson St.Chicago, IL 60611312-470-0590https://wildberrycafe.com/watertower.phpRecommendations:- Denver skillet (sub ham for bacon)

Smashburger

Lunch/Dinner:15061 S. LaGrange Rd.Orland Park, IL 60462708-942-6850

Doc B's Restaurant & Bar

Lunch/Dinner:55 E. Grand Ave.Chicago, IL 60611312-999-9300

Kiara & Cornelius