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Our Wedding

<p>Well! Part I of "Our Story" actually began over 35 years ago when we met for the very first time at Northside High School of the Performing Arts in the 9th grade. We had a Music Theatre class together. We literally had 4 years of sitting in the same class together for 2 class periods each day. Whew! but NO! There weren't any sparks flying at that time. Between learning Bach Handel, The Requiem Mass and Cabaret songs We simply greeted each other with a simple "Hi" here and there, but not much more transpire between the two of us. We said our farewells when we graduated from high school in 1988. We went our separate ways and didn't reconnect until PART II of "Our Story" when Facebook became popular and we became Facebook friends in 2009. We followed, commented, liked and shared info as friends, but then things took a turn in the story when a special Direct message was sent on December 4, 2013. The message simply said "Hey Amy I had a dream about you last night." The response was "Oh Really" and his response was " Yep!!! and it was one of THOSE dreams and we were real comfortable with one another as if it hasn't been over 20 years since we've seen each other. Strange... but How are you? For some reason you're in my subconscious." Although that was the jist of that conversation, Charles says "The seed had been planted!" TWO years later We reconnected again. We began chatting here and there on messenger and then we exchanged phone numbers. He was working with Norwegian Cruise lines and was out to sea during the week so we would talk every weekend when the ship would port in Tampa Fla. We talked about everything; Our lives, our children, our goals and what we were striving for in the future. We shared OUR stories. Stories of the loss, pains and challenges that we had endured over the years. We also found time to laugh, encourage and gently advise each other at times. I had plans to attend a wedding in Fla and told Charles if I had time, I would give him a ring and maybe we could grab something to eat in Tampa before I left. Well guys that's how it all started. We had brunch and that was that! We began to talk several times a week when he would port in whatever country his ship had docked. The phone calls came in at 2, 3, 4 and 5am sometimes when he was at sea for a few days and couldn't wait until he docked. He called from China, Russia, India, Australia, Egypt Swizerland, Dubai and a host of other countries!!! We would have conversations about everything under the sun and When his feet would hit the Next country's soil, he would find the closest STARBUCKS and video chat with me until it was time to get back on the ship. After two more rounds at sea he hung up his microphone on Norwegian cruise lines and came home. It has been an adventure to say the least and All these years later we still share stories, laugh together as often as we can, hold hands as often as we can and hug on each every day!</p>

Just Us

Our Story

Chamy

Amy Fontaine

Introducing Theeee  HEAD BRIDESMAID IN CHARGE!!!
The Bad gyal Auntie Simone! Dotting I's and crossing T's! She ALWAYS understands what the assignment needs to be!🥰 So happy to have her with us on our special day!

Simone White

Introducing Bad Gyal #2! My Cousin FOREVER, My BEAUTIFUL Sister at heart! My 2nd set of eye and ears.  My Co-pilot! I'm So excited to have her by our side on our wedding day!

Nicole Thompson

The Ride or die bridesmaid! Shes down with me like 4 flat tires! Always ready to jump in and assist as needed. My motivator, My lil ladybug and my GOOD friend! So Excited to have her be a part of our special day!

Danita Russell

My  Sister friend since High School who always keeps me laughing, She Goes out of her way without cause. No matter the distance or time that separates us, when we're together it's as if we've never been apart 🤗 So excited to have her be a part of our special day!

Nedra Nuckles

We have been sisters, family and Good Friends since High School (1984) She is My storm weatherer! Rain, Sleet, Hail or Snow, If we call, she's coming! Whether we are Side by side or many miles apart, Good friends are always connected in heart! We are so Excited to have her be a part of our special day!

Rhonya Eubanks

With over 25 years of friendship  I couldn't have said "I DO" without My sister Val!  She is The rock of Gibralter, My voice of reason and one of my GREATEST supporters!🥰 We are So excited to have her be a part of our special day!

Valerie Robbins 

Charles Stephen

Introducing The Grooms very Talented BIG lil Brother! Always smiling and always causing trouble🤣and getting on the groom's nerves(in a good way). Couldn't have said "I Do" without this guy! We're so happy to have him be a part of our special day!

Michael Jones

Introducing Mr. Lee! My Good friend, my brother and one of my greatest supporters  for over 30 years! We are so happy to have him be a part of our special day!

Craig Lee

Introducing the one and only Jordan Michael Stephen! This handsome guy is the baby of all the Stephen men and an awesome example of resilience and determination. It is only fitting to have him stand by my side on our wedding day!

Jordan Michael Stephen

This guy is My brother from another mother! Weve shared alot of laughs and alot of good times. Happy to have him stand with me on our special day!

Kaliq Fontaine

Introducing My brother Raphan (Man) A Military man of Honor, Courage and Love for his fellow man. He is a true "Gym Junkie" at heart and I am honored to have him by my side on our special day!

Raphan Stephen

Our Big boy Sage has so much personality! He is "THE PARTY" and lights up our hearts everyday! So excited to have our lil man be a part of our special Day!

Sage Barnett

This&nbsp;lovely&nbsp;lady&nbsp;has&nbsp;been&nbsp;a&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;&nbsp;lives&nbsp;since&nbsp;we&nbsp;were&nbsp;kids!&nbsp;&nbsp;A&nbsp;friends&nbsp;and&nbsp;sister&nbsp;who&nbsp;has&nbsp;always&nbsp;been&nbsp;a&nbsp;source&nbsp;of&nbsp;support&nbsp;and&nbsp;encouragement!&nbsp;We&nbsp;love&nbsp;her&nbsp;dearly&nbsp;and&nbsp;&nbsp;we&nbsp;are&nbsp;elated&nbsp;that&nbsp;she&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;special&nbsp;day!

Heather Hayes

Wedding Party

Q + A

Near Eastside HospitalMake yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and LCD televisions with premium TV channels provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is prov

Amy & Charles

Amy & Charles

Registry