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Our Wedding

Ollie and I were introduced by my cousin Teighaja. At first I declined her offer because she was the absolute worst when setting me up on dates. However, she tricked me into meeting her for lunch and showed me his picture. Her exact words were, “Here babe, just look at his picture!” Once I saw him I changed my mind. This was the guy that dissed me when I tried “shooting my shot” at him leaving the grocery store. I’ll never forget that day. He was walking in and I was walking out. He was dressed in his work uniform, I was dressed in a pair of gym shorts and a tank. I smiled in his direction and nodded hello. He looked at me, straightened his shirt and walked past me. I tuned up my face and thought to myself, “that’s why his feet are going to hurt in those huaraches”. I told her that she could introduce us. I wanted to meet the man that igged me —face to face.

The Beginning: At first I said, Nah…

Our Story

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I’ve known and admired her since the day I was born… I couldn't marry my mister without my sister! 

Ta'Mara

My bestie bew. We have been friends for over 25 years, I definitely need her by my side as I start this new chapter in my life. 

Danielle

Milton bka Prewitt We’ve been friends for almost 40 years. We’ve coached together, it’s only right that he be here to stand with me on this special day.

Milton

This is my cousin Teighaja but, we call her Tay! She’s the one who introduced me to my Mr. Forever and will make sure that she tells EVERYONE that she is responsible for our union!

Teighaja

Donna’s cousin who was there when I popped the question. Happy to have him here to share this day with us. 

David

I met Shana while working at benchmark, we became fast friends and now she’s sharing our special day! She keeps saying she’s going to trip Ollie… so watch out! Lol!!

Shana

Bruce aka Big Fella. We met through my best man 20 years ago and he’s been ride or die ever since.

Bruce

Ollie has a twin and here she is —super sweet but, no nonsense! I am so happy that she is going to share our special day with us!

Carman

I met this guy 15 years ago through Prewitt. Another ride or die. Glad he’ll be here to share this day with us. 

Wade

Miss mamas… my cousin but, lord knows this is my sister! I couldn’t imagine not sharing this day with her!

Gabby

I met him through Milton 20 years ago as well, and just like Bruce he’s been ride or die ever since. 

The one who doesn’t really like to be in weddings but, she’s my sister so she agreed! She’s not really sister but, we all know —blood doesn’t make you family, love makes you family. 

Shamara

Coming from a large family it was impossible to include my entire family in the wedding. However, I’m happy that I am able to include my oldest nephew Jeff who has always been like a little brother to me.

Jeff

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In Fort Wayne (West Central)Make yourself at home in one of the 246 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while MP3 docking stations and cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers.With a stay at Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center, you'll be centrally located in Fort Wayne, within a 10-minute drive of Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory.  This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Grand Wayne Convention Center and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Jefferson Pointe.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Grand Wayne Convention Center - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Embassy Theatre - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  History Center - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi  Parkview Field - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi  Fort Wayne Museum of Art - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi  Headwaters Park - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  St Joseph Hospital - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Science Central - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi  Parkview Hospital Randallia - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi  Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - 4 km / 2.5 mi  Glenbrook Square - 4.8 km / 3 mi  Jefferson Pointe - 5 km / 3.1 mi  The preferred airport for Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center is Fort Wayne Intl. Airport (FWA) - 13.9 km / 8.7 mi Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Planning an event in Fort Wayne? This hotel has facilities measuring 110000 square feet (10219 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary during limited hours.Enjoy American cuisine at Features, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 11 AM for a fee.

Hilton Fort Wayne at the Grand Wayne Convention Center

In Fort Wayne (West Central)Make yourself at home in one of the 249 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and complimentary newspapers.With a stay at Courtyard Fort Wayne Downtown Grand Wayne Convention Center, you'll be centrally located in Fort Wayne, within a 10-minute drive of Fort Wayne Children's Zoo and Grand Wayne Convention Center.  This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Jefferson Pointe and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Grand Wayne Convention Center - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Embassy Theatre - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi  Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi  Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi  Parkview Field - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi  History Center - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi  Fort Wayne Museum of Art - 1 km / 0.6 mi  St Joseph Hospital - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi  Headwaters Park - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Science Central - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  Parkview Hospital Randallia - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi  Fort Wayne Children's Zoo - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi  Jefferson Pointe - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi  Glenbrook Square - 5.3 km / 3.3 mi  The preferred airport for Courtyard Fort Wayne Downtown Grand Wayne Convention Center is Fort Wayne Intl. Airport (FWA) - 14 km / 8.7 mi Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and a ballroom.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Grab a bite to eat at Conner's Kitchen + Bar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

LaDonna & Ollie

LaDonna & Ollie

L&O

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