The Castaway Burbank

Wedding Day

Ceremony + Reception

Summer

Our Wedding

Tosha...We met in the apartment building my Dad lived in on Cerise in Hawthorne, Ca. I remember my sisters Tanya and Iris coming in from playing basketball in the building and telling me they just met Dennis Rodman. If anyone knows me well, Im not a sports fan at all and didn't know who the hell they were talking about. I eventually followed them downstairs and was introduced to Eric, summer of 1992. Eric's mom also lived in the same building where he came to stay for the summer with her. Eric was tall, dark, and handsome with these big ears and this funny country accent and a great sense of humor. I was immediately attracted to him. We became friends and spent the whole summer together hanging out on the block, going to the movies, and playing basketball, well me watching him play basketball actually. Those times we were not together, we were on the phone for hours. Eric and I became best friends and he always had me laughing. We both knew that he was only visiting and had to go back to Alabama at the end of summer. We spent the next year making long distance calls that ran the phone bill up to $993 for me and $898 for him which got us both grounded. We resorted to writing letters and getting to know each other on another level. Eric moved back to LA the following summer and the first person he wanted to see was me. We spent every day, hour, minute, second, together and it was amazing. Eventually our friendship evolved into a relationship and soon we realized we were in love. Our young love was easy, exciting, effortless and we were always together We also had social lives outside of each other. Sadly after 4 1/2 years, our relationship abruptly ended leaving me heart broken. Your first love is the hardest to get over so I buried it deep inside. Eric... The pain that I heard in Tosha's voice was the moment I knew I lost my true love forever. As the years flew by, I often thought about her and the amazing connection we once had but I needed to move on. Eventually, relationships, kids and careers became my focus. But often there was a scene in a movie or words from a song that would have me reminiscing about a love that once was. Years passed and my thoughts and feelings were no longer. There were times when I often stayed up late drinking and listening to my special drunk playlist. One special night, I came across a song that unlocked everything. That song was "Back in My Arms" By Jaheim, released in 2016. After playing my now favorite song on repeat hundreds of times, I soon realize, I needed her "Back in my Arms." That song described exactly how I felt but my pride would always be my kryptonite and not allow me to reach out. More years went by and finally I decided to reach out to her via Instagram. Nervous and uncertain that Tosha would respond, I took a chance. Her response was not right away, it took about a month before she saw the message and responded with the most satisfying words, "Hi! How are you?" We continued to send several DMs and eventually a call was made. That conversation was filled with reflection of our past Love and to our surprise the Love we still felt for each other. Tosha &amp; Eric... The past seemed to repeat itself. After countless hours of long distance calls that no longer cost money, (Eric lived in Seattle), we talked every day and made a few visits between us. Eventually, Eric moved back to Los Angeles after 4 months and we were able to start our new life together. To our surprise the pandemic happened and we were forced to spend several months in lockdown, thankfully we didn't kill each other. Our Love reconnection became stronger and now we are looking forward to spending the rest of our lives together, Back in each other Arms.....

Our Story

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Bride Tribe

My lil sis, my first friend. She is such an amazing human, a lil spicy with such a big heart ♥️ 

Letanya Dorsey

Iris is one of my longest friends, my sister. She is someone I can alway lean on, a confidant, she is a calming energy.

Iris Bell

My dear friend I had the pleasure of meeting in 9th grade. We are forever friends. One of the sweetest people I know.

Jennifer Dickerson

I met Prettyce in beauty school. I sat next to her in class  and it was over from there. We became fast friends which has turned into life long friends. She is the sweetest and can cook her ass off.

Prettyce Towler

Ashley made it clear, I’m doing your hair, or I'm being a bridesmaid.  So, I chose hair, but she is my honorary bridesmaid.  She is the one that keeps it real, and always wants the best. Under her tough exterior, she is a softie and one of my biggest supporters. I am happy to know she will be by my side on my big day.

Ashley Johnson

This bff,  we have been rocking for 20+ years, raised our boys together, and will always have each others back. Under the tough exterior she's a softie at heart.

Deseree Bevans 

My girl Sher is the realest one I know. If you are her friend, she has your back down to the ground. I’m so glad she is part of my tribe.

Sherri Anderson

I stole Dawn from her husband who has been my friend since 7th grade. It took a minute for her to warm up to me, but she’s the most smartest amazing person. She is my cheerleader and always wants the best for me or any of her friends. I am glad I have her in my life and part of my tribe.

Dawn Purnell

Britney, I have watched her grow to be an amazing human. Always giving, and a pleasure to have by my side.

Britney Hawkins

My son will be the one to give me away. Cade is the first love ❤️ of my life, a place in my heart that can never be replaced. I am blessed to have such a special man by my side on my big day.

Cade Moore

Grooms Goons

My Dad is soft-spoken and a man of few words, but the amount of Love he gives is unmeasured. As a child, I had to write an essay about someone that you would want to grow up to be, and without a doubt, I chose my Dad.

Albert Travis

My firstborn is full of life. She loves photography, music, dancing, and writing poetry. When Erin was born, I was blessed to become a father of a child full of laughter and joy showing me unconditional Love.

Erin Travis

Jordan, my second born, my first son and a very independent and ambitious thinker. He enjoys photography, creative writing, painting and graphic design. He's very responsible, and I love watching him grow and develop into a young man who has big dreams and big goals.

Jordan Travis

Malyk, my middle son, enjoys singing, sports and anything that involves automobiles. He desires to become an automotive mechanical engineer who works on electric vehicles. He is very excited to become a Dad in May and make me a proud PaPa.

Malik Travis

Makala enjoys cooking, listening to all genres of music, and inspirational walks on the beach. She is currently in Cosmetology School with dreams of becoming a professional braider and hair stylist. Watching her grow into a young woman is amazing, but she will always be my "Lil Stank".

Makala Travis

The youngest, EJ, enjoys gaming, skateboarding and Alabama football, lol. He has the future aspirations of becoming a music producer. Until then, he will finish High school and continue to be my baby boy and protector.

Eric Travis, Jr.

The Squad

Q + A

Although LAX airport is the main airport in Los Angeles, Burbank airport is closest to the venue. We recommend flying into Burbank if you are not renting a vehicle.

Burbank Airport (BUR)

We look forward to welcoming your group at Hotel Amarano Burbank Hollywood. For your convenience, we have created a web booking link and Group Code exclusive for your group members to reserve their rooms online or over the phone. Please forward this email to all your guests and these important reminders / instructions: 1. Rooms must be reserved before CUT OFF DATE of JULY 25, 2023, for availability of group rates. There are also a limited number of rooms offered at the group rate. Any additional rooms to the group block are based on availability. 2. After clicking on the booking link, guests need to enter the number of people in the room, check in and check out dates, then click SEARCH. Dates of stay must be within the group dates contracted, THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023 (arrival) – SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2023 (departure). Any reservations outside of the group dates contracted, must be reserved separately. Group code is NE082023. 3. Phone instructions: advise the agent that you are making a reservation under a block and you have the code. Agent will then ask for the Group Code, NE082023, and the arrival and departure dates. Please make sure the dates of stay are within the contracted dates, THURSDAY, AUGUST 24, 2023 (arrival) – SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 2023 (departure). Any reservations outside of the group dates contracted, must be reserved separately. 3. NATOSHA &amp; ERIC WEDDING AUGUST 2023 will appear or be confirmed by the agent as the group you are booking within. Room options and the group rate will appear on the website or be given verbally as options to book. For online bookings, please click VIEW MORE ROOMS (located in the bottom of BOOK NOW) for more room options. 4. Sign up for Amarano’s A-lister reward program and BOOK NOW. Enter all personal information including credit card for guarantee. You should receive a confirmation email with details of your reservations.BOOKING LINK: https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=11934&amp;Chain=25839&amp;group=NE082023

Hotel Amarano

Thank you for choosing the Springhill Suites by Marriott Burbank Downtown for your upcoming Dorsey Wedding Room Block. We are happy to welcome your guests to our hotel! Please communicate to your attendees that they need to make their reservation no later than&nbsp;Thursday, July 27, 2023&nbsp;in order to receive the discounted room rate. Any reservations or changes made past the cutoff date cannot be guaranteed but will be accepted based on availability.&nbsp;&nbsp;I have provided a reservation link below.&nbsp;Simply cut and paste the link below and include in your electronic correspondence with your guests.&nbsp;They will be directed to the property’s home page with the negotiated rate code already entered in the appropriate field and can quickly make their room reservation.&nbsp;You may also have your guests call the Marriott reservation line at 1-888-287-9400, but please have them refer to the name of the group to receive the special group rate.&nbsp;Hotel(s) offering your special group rate:SpringHill Suites Los Angeles Burbank/Downtown for 259 USD per night&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1678551026399&amp;key=GRP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Book your group rate for Dorsey Wedding Group Block</a>&nbsp;Dorsey Wedding Group BlockStart Date: Thursday, August 24, 2023End Date: Saturday, August 26, 2023Last Day to Book: Thursday, July 27, 2023

Natosha + Eric

Natosha + Eric

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