The Story of Us
Steven and I met over 15 years ago thanks to a very dear mutual friend, Morris Clarke. Unbeknownst to me Morris had designated himself as Steven’s agent and my confidante. One day in gym class at Charles E. Jordan High School, Morris drew my attention to a quiet and very good looking basketball player who just happened to be wearing the basketball jersey of my favorite Duke player, Grant Hill, #33. Immediately my interest was piqued and I knew from that moment on if nothing else together we would be great Duke fans.
Over the next couple of weeks Steven and I spent countless hours on the phone discussing Duke's chances, Coach K's legacy and how we HATED unc with a passion. Somehow between our nightly 3 hour phone conversations and weekly Def Comedy Jam episodes we became a couple. Over the following 3 years we were each other's biggest fans. There were numerous basketball games, dance recitals, basketball camps and musicals and throughout them all we shared everything, no matter how big or small.
Eventually time allowed us to grow separately and then blessed us with the opportunity to grow together and we are forever grateful that we were able to discover each other all over again. We have both watched each other grow from teenagers to adults and have marveled at the path which has led us to our destiny.
From first love to real love to very best friend that is the story of us. So many people have said that Steven and I were meant to be and comment on how great it is to see us together. This always makes us smile as if we share some secret to which no one else is privy. We know that we are not the same people who met and fell in love over 15 years ago. We’re better. We’re lucky. We are lucky in that we have found the person that we are meant to be with across time and space, the person we want to stand beside now and forever.
Our journey at this point in our lives has not been a fairy tale but it has been a storybook love and this is our happily ever after.
Destination Wedding Weekend
Saturday, April 9-12 2011
Wedding Date
Monday, April 11 2011
Location
Negril, Jamaica
Couples Swept Away
Time
Sunset
There will be a beach reception immediately following the ceremony.
It's All in the Details....
Your Place in the Sun
Jamaica is blessed with veautiful weather on a year-round basis, with average daytime temperatures of 82В° and average nighttime temperatures of 72В°.
Money Matters
The Jamaican dollar is the official monetary unit in Jamaica. At Couples Resorts, they will gladly exchange currency for guests on site. Most merchants do accept either USD, traveler’s checks and major credit cards such as Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
Important Documents
U.S. and Caribbean citizens alike will need a valid passport. All other international guests will need to verify that they have the necessary visa and/or documentation in order to come and go in Jamaica.
No Tipping Policy
Couples Resorts places a strong emphasis on their No Tipping Policy. Outside of the resort, tipping is customary for all airport baggage personnel, taxi drivers, etc.
Transportation Is Included
At Couples Resorts, everything is included (yes that includes all food and drinks, alcoholic and non-alcoholic) even transportation to and from the property. You will be transferred to and from Montego Bay Airport in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. Special arrangements must be made in advance, at additional cost for handicap accessible vehicles.
To Your Health
All Couples Resorts offer on-site nursing services, free of charge. In the event of a serious illness or injury, a doctor is on call 24 hours a day. Guest is responsible for doctor visits and required medication, if any.
Laundry Service
Dinner disaster? Sweaty sojourn? Whatever the cause, Couples Resorts offers laundry and dry cleaning services for a modest fee.
Travel Insurance
Couples Resorts strongly recommends all guests purchase travel insurance.
Chat With Past, Current and Future Guests
The couples.com “Message Board” is a community of guests who maintain contact with each other. This is a great way to ask questions of people who have stayed at Couples, and to meet others planning to stay at the same time.
Steven and I would like to thank you all so very much for sharing in the most special day of our lives. We truly feel blessed to have such wonderful friends and family to share in our love for each other as we embark on this new journey together. We could not wish for a more perfect backdrop in which to solidify our commitment than Negril, Jamaica.
So many of you have been such integral parts of our lives we couldn’t imagine getting married without you there to share in our joy. Steven and I have been very fortunate to have been given a second chance at love and happiness and couldn’t be more thrilled that you are accompanying us into the next phase of our life together.
Thank you all for your blessings and love. See you in Jamaica!
One Love,
Eshe & Steven
