The couple’s paths crossed during Elizabeth’s freshman year of Tuskegee University as her brother crossed into Kappa Alpha Psi, James was his line brother. Although they knew of each other, James said their first conversation was not until her junior year, but due to his thick Bahamian accent, she could not understand him. He invited her to a fraternity party and they exchanged number and eventually began dating. After being in a long distance relationship, she was in St. Louis, Missouri he was in Knoxville; she decided to move closer to him. On his last trip to see her, they decided to hang out with friend’s downtown, but she went to the wrong place; her friends convinced her to come to different location. Unbeknownst to her James has planned a surprise proposal for her at the Gateway Arch. Their photographer Katie helped create a romantic vintage themed photo shoot at a classic mansion built in the 20s. We hope this couple has a beautiful destination wedding in the Bahamas next month.
How They Met
James and I met for the first time during my freshman at Tuskegee University. My brother just crossed Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity Inc. and he just so happened to be one his line brothers. It was not until my junior year we had what James believes to be our first conversation. I on the other hand, I could not understand him because of his heavy Bahamian accent. I did not want to be rude so ended the conversation but before I could walk away James invited me to his fraternities party they were having the following evening. At the party, I saw James and gave him my phone number so we could continue our conversation though text messages. Little did I know that this was his plan all along and the rest is history.
The Proposal
Three years later, I was living in St. Louis Missouri while James was living in Knoxville Tennessee. I accepted a position in a city closer to Knoxville so that we could see each other more often. During James final trip to St Louis, we decided to visit one of my favorite sushi restaurants together with friends one last time. Unaware of his plans, I drove to the nearest location of the restaurant not realizing I arrived at the wrong destination. I call one of my friends to see where they were and they insisted we came to meet them at the restaurant downtown location. When we arrived, James asked if we could stop by the arch one last time before we left. Surrounded by some of my closest friends James proposed to me. It was such a surprise and the happiest day of our lives.
The Engagement Session
We wanted our engagement photos to be modern with a vintage undertone, something that would stand the test of time. So we chose to have our session at an elegant, classically styled mansion built in 1920s. We are so happy that Katie was able to see our vision. Our photos truly capture the hidden moments James and I shared together and the true beauty of our love.
Looking Forward to the Wedding
James and I will be saying I do in Freeport, Bahamas on April 5th. We both look forward to seeing each other on our wedding day, exchange vows and becoming one in front of our friends, family, and most importantly God.
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