Detroit Institute of Arts

Wedding Day

Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

How it Began

It all started with a kitchen remodel and an unexpected twist. Kyra's mom, in the middle of redoing her kitchen, was scammed by a contractor. Desperate for help, she crossed paths with Edmond’s brother Nicolas. Kyra's mom, a talker by nature asked Nicolas (who is also a talker) if he knew a personal trainer and he recommend his brother, Edmond. Little did I know, that suggestion would lead to a chapter of my life I’d never forget.Edmond became my personal trainer, and I’ll admit, at first, I wasn’t thrilled about it. Those Monday and Friday sessions were tough—his workouts were intense, and I dreaded every minute of them. But over time, something shifted. What started as just an exercise routine turned into something much more meaningful.About three months into our training sessions, something unexpected happened. Edmond asked Kyra, to hang out and play volleyball. They spent the entire evening together, laughing and talking. It was one of those nights that just clicked, and a connection began to form.Not long after that night, Edmond took Kyra on an official date—canoeing and dinner. It was the start of something special, and from there, the rest is history. A series of unexpected events led to a love story that neither of us could have planned.

Our Story

Photos

Bride and Groom to be

 The Bridesmaids

Groomsmen 

Wedding Party

Q + A

Directions to the DIA 

From Oakland CountyI-75Drive southbound on I-75, take exit 53A (Warren Ave.) and turn right on Warren Ave. Turn right onto Brush St. Turn left onto Frederick Douglas. Turn left on John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.Woodward Ave.Drive southbound on Woodward Ave. Turn left onto Kirby St. Turn right on John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.

From Macomb CountyI-696Drive westbound on I-696, take exit 18 to merge onto I-75 S toward Detroit. Take exit 53A (Warren Ave.) and turn right on Warren Ave. Turn right onto Brush St. Turn left onto Frederick Douglas. Turn left on John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.I-94Drive westbound on I-94, take exit 215C (Woodward Ave/Brush St). Turn left on John R St. Follow John R to the museum parking lot.

From Wayne CountyI-94Drive eastbound on I-94, take exit 215C (Woodward Ave/Brush St). Turn right onto John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.I-96Drive eastbound on I-96, take exit 190A (I-94 toward Port Huron). Merge onto I-94 E. Take exit 215C (John R. St/toward Woodward Ave). Turn right onto John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.Michigan Ave.Drive eastbound on Michigan Ave, turn left on Trumbull Ave. Turn right to get on M-10 N (The Lodge). Follow M-10 N. Take exit 3. Turn right onto W. Forest Ave. Turn left onto Woodward Ave. Turn right on Kirby St. Turn right onto John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.

From the Detroit Metro AirportThe Detroit Institute of Arts is a 25-minute drive east from Detroit Metro AirportI-94Drive eastbound on I-94, take exit 215C (Woodward Ave/Brush St.). Turn right onto John R St. Follow John R St. to the museum parking lot.

Kyra & Edmond

Kyra & Edmond

Wedding Party

Bride and Groom to be

The Bridesmaids

Groomsmen