may sixteenth two thousand and twenty one
completing our puzzle the INTERVIEW PAGE 4
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The Matheny Wedding
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WELCOME TO THE WEDDING OF
Nicholas Matheny Kiera Smith and
SUNDAY, MAY SIXTEENTH TWO THOUSAND AND TWENTY-ONE L APL ACE EVENT CENTER AKRON, OHIO
OFFICIANT JIM MATHENY
Order of Events Uncle Of The Groom
Prelude Seating of the Parents Entrance of the Officiant Wedding Processional Entrance of the Bride (Please Stand) Declaration of Intent Prayer - Pastor Mayberry Exchange of Vows Sand Ceremony Poem - Natasha Cameron Family Prayer - Mariesa Moore - Gentry Declaration of Marriage presentation of
Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Matheny Jumping of the Broom
As we welcome you today to celebrate our love, we must no longer exclude the day we will always remember as our anniversary. November 1st, 2020, for on that date we joined together as one and promised our love & commitment in front of our family and our union began.
Bride&Groom Kiera Meet the
Hometown: Akron Zodiac: Capricorn Favorite Musician: Janet Jackson and Chris Brown Favorite Dessert: Carrot Cake and Creme Brulee Favorite Movie: Save the Last Dance and Cinderella (Brandy Version) Favorite Season: Fall Dream Car: Fully Loaded Nissan Murano
Nicholas
Hometown: Barbeton Zodiac: Cancer Favorite Musician: Rick Ross, Louis Armstrong, Griselda, Nat King Cole Favorite Dessert: Pineapple Upside Down Cake and Creme Brulee Favorite Movie: Friday and All the Mobster Movies Favorite Season: Summer Dream Car: Chevy Tahoe (have it)
THE INTERVIEW Who said “I Love You” first? Nick: She did. Kiera: I did. Describe your first date: Nick: Fun, and Refreshing. Kiera: Cute and simple. Sushi & Shopping. What was your first impression? Nick: She is probably another catfish. Kiera: OMG His dimples are sooooooo cute!!! I love his smile. How did you know they were the one? Nick: When we kissed. It felt different and I knew then. Kiera: I just knew he was everything like my grandfather, and was going to be everything I never knew I needed & wanted. What is your favorite thing about him/her? Nick: She is my balance, my missing piece. Kiera: His kind heart towards me. Describe him/her in three words? Nick: Beautiful, Smart, and Perfect. Kiera: Patience, Supportive, Sarcastic. Who is the better cook? Nick: She is for sure. Kiera: I am duh! What are you most excited about on your wedding day? Nick: Telling everyone that we have been married since 11/1/20. And know that the chaos of planning this wedding is over. Kiera: The party!!! And to let the cat out the bag that we have been married since Nov 1st!!!! (2020) What is one of your favorite memories? Nick: The smile on her beautiful face the first time we saw each other in person & the way it felt to see her. Kiera: Listening to Nick trying to propose and couldn’t get a word out! And then the same for me during our ceremony in November and I couldn’t get any of my words out! What is the most interesting things you’ve learned about eachother Nick: The amount of strength that she has & the knowledge/experience that she carries with her as she navigate her way through life. Kiera: Nick is so focused on achieving greatness. He is such a loving man. His plans for his family are honorable. What’s next for you two? Nick: Raising a family and building a legacy. Kiera: Hopefully, God willing we will bring a newborn into our lives.
meet the wedding party THE LADIES GRAYSON MATHENY
RIVER HILL
Flower Girl and Daughter
Flower Girl and Daughter
SHANICE BROWN
KATRYNA COOPER
Maid of Honor
Bridesmaid and Sister
JERISHA SMITH
J’MAE GRIGGS Bridesmaid
Bridesmaid
KATHRINE BUCKNER Bridesmaid
THE gentlemen DALVIN HILL
JA SON MATHENY Best Man and Brother
Junior Groomsman and Son
DE’VON TAYLOR
DAMIAN JIMMISON Groomsman
Groomsman
DESHON STOVALL
OKEAL GIST
Groomsman and Brother
Groomsman
MARKHAM SMITH Bride’s Escort and Brother
meet the vendors Photographer Deron Drummond H-Flex Photographer
DJ DJ COCOZ
Photographer Soul Flower Photographer
Party Planner Nena Abdullah - DaydreamHers Partys & Event Planning
Photographer Germayne Griffin Lonnie Photographer
Hair Shana - Paris Blue Hair Salon
Event Party Center Natalie Park Laplace Event Center Bridal Shop Kim - KR Bridal & Tailoring
Name Table All Occasions Rental Magazines Vibes Design Company Makeup Danae Haynes - Pretty Blink Lashes
In Loving Memory Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear. We know you would be here today if heaven wasn’t so far away.
To our grandparents and other loved ones smiling down on us we feel your presence today and always. Steward & Jane Stevens Grandparents of the Groom Richard Matheny Grandfather of the Groom Jimmie & Jean Smith Grandparents of the Bride Cassie Robinson (aka Great Great) Great Grandmother of the Bride Charlie Smith Special Uncle of the Bride
With Sincere Gratitude To Our Parents:
Mom, Thank You! Thank you for a solid foundation. I appreciate all the advice, support, discipline, and all the continued love you have shown throughout the years. Love, Kiera Mom & Dad, I Love You & I Thank You! Thank you for raising me to be a strong man. Thank you for guiding me down the right paths in life. Your guidance and advice has always served me well. Thank you for your love and support always. Love, Nick
To our Family & Friends:
Thank you for traveling from near and far. It means the world to have you here today We are so delighted that you are here to witness our union. We are extremely grateful for your outpouring of continuous love & support Our encouragement Our partners and crime For loving us Through the ups & downs of life For being mentors, teachers, and guides You have helped makes us who we are And for that we are forever grateful Please enjoy tonight, let it be a small gift for all you have done You are our favorite people in the world. With all of our love Nick & Kiera #MathenyPuzzle