June Nineteenth Two Thousand and Twenty-One
12 PAGES OF EXCLUSIVE CONTENT
OUR SONG PAGE 6
Meet tHE Bride and groom PAGE 4
MEET THE
SMITHS
Bride&Groom Erika Meet the
Hometown: Chattahoochee, FL Zodiac: Aquarius Favorite Scripture: Matthew 20:16 Favorite Dessert: Cheesecake Favorite Movie: Love and Basketball Favorite Season: Spring
Patrick
Hometown: Quincy, FL Zodiac: Gemini Favorite Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11 Favorite Dessert: Cheesecake Favorite Movie: Hustle and Flow Favorite Season: Spring
WELCOME TO THE WEDDING OF
Erika Monique Herman Patrick Reshad Smith and
JUNETEENTH TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY-ONE THE PARKWAY CENTER QUINCY, FLORIDA
OFFICIANT PASTOR D. STREETER
Ceremony Order of Events
Prenuptial Music Entrance of Pastor, Groom and Groomsmen Entrance of Parents Entrance of Wedding Party Entrance of the Bride Exchange of Vows and Rings Lord’s Prayer Lighting of Unity Candle Lighting of Memory Candle Dedication to “Buddy Bear” Presentation Of Mr. & Mrs. Smith Cocktail Reception will begin following ceremony
The Reception
Introduction of the Wedding Party First Dance Blessing of the food Cocktail Hour Cutting of the cake Tossing of the Garter/Tossing the Bouquet Toasting to the Bride and Groom Special Thanks from Smitty Gang
Unplugged Ceremony
We want you to be able to relax and have fun with us today! This in mind, we invite you to put down all your favorite devices and just be present in the moment with us. We're happy to share our professional wedding photos later, but the greatest gift you can give us today is just being fully here with us in this sacred and special moment.
THE INTERVIEW
WHO SAID “I LOVE YOU” FIRST? Erika: ME Patrick: She did.
DESCRIBE YOUR FIRST DATE: Erika: Hilarious in so many ways lol. I was surprised at his taste. Patrick: I took her to Harry’s Seafood Bar and Grill and she ordered Chicken tenders. WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION? Erika: He’s a Ladies man…(He gets that from Buddy Bear) Patrick: I went in with an open mind HOW DID YOU KNOW THEY WERE THE ONE? Erika: He loved me when i didn’t have what i have today, through the ugliest 11 months of my life (Nursing School) and I’ll forever be indebted to him for that. Patrick: When everything felt natural, along with the hustle that was she has. It was the vibe for me. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING ABOUT HIM/HER? Erika: His smile and his relentless personality Patrick: Her hustle and beauty DESCRIBE HIM/HER IN THREE WORDS? Erika: Real.Rare.Relentless Patrick: Intelligent, Beautiful, Vibrant. WHO IS THE BETTER COOK? Erika: Me!!. Patrick: Me. WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED ABOUT ON YOUR WEDDING DAY? Erika: Making Smitty Gang official with all of our loved ones! Patrick: I’m excited about starting the next chapter of our lives, and the wedding just stamps what we already know collectively. WHO LEANED IN FIRST FOR THE FIRST KISS? Erika: I’ll take the blame but I’m certain it was him.. Patrick: She did. WHAT IS ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE MEMORIES? Erika: The first time I went out with him and all of his family to El Patron. This was def a night to remember. Patrick: Trip to Miami, that was a legendary moment WHAT IS THE MOST INTERESTING THINGS YOU’VE LEARNED ABOUT EACH OTHER? Erika: That we still have so much more to learn. We are dedicated to this love and that’s really what has kept us over the years with God of course. Patrick: Team work, together we can achieve greatness beyond measures. WHAT’S NEXT FOR YOU TWO? Erika: Buy a House, Stack this paper, Baby in a baby carriage Patrick: Take our lives and careers to the next level
g In Lovin Memory Leroy Buddy Bear Smith Father of the Groom
Jacqueline Hicks Preston God Mother of the Bride
Mae Herman Grandmother of the Bride
Barbra Ann Howell Grandmother of the Bride
Song OUR
Love’s Holiday
Earth Wind and Fire
Scan Me to Play Love’s Holiday Earth Winder & Fire
Scan Me to Play Forever Mine The O’jays
VENDORS
Makeup Jahiya Benz
Decorations Classy Creations Designs & More Food Family (With Love) and Publix Deli Photographer Vaul Alexander
Videography Williams P and V Creations Cake “What Kinda Cupcakery” Stone Franklin DJ DJ Pringg
Wedding Party Attire Hebeos and Mens Wearhouse Sweet Treats Tip Top Treats Tiffany Chukes
With Sincere Gratitude
First and foremost we’d like to thank each and everyone of you that took time to come out and celebrate with us today. With everything going on in today’s society and all 2020 had to offer we are grateful God saw fit for us all to be here. We ask that God keep you and guide you until we meet again. Love Always, Smitty Gang
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Smith
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