Welcome To The Ivey League.....

We both attended M.E. Freeman Elementary, where we were classmates. We took a liking to each other in the seventh grade. After a summer trip to Disney World, our wonderful friend and Bridesmaid, Chynna Lee, noticed how much I liked Jasmine and encouraged me to ask her out. We started out as friends and eventually, we made it official.

There is not necessarily one defining moment that made me know I wanted Jasmine to be my wife. It was EVERYTHING leading up to the big moment. It was her ability to get back up every time she got knocked down. It was the way I have seen her faith grow in God. It was her relationship with others and seeing how much the friendships that she made meant to her. It was knowing that if she calls you her friend you better believe she will go the extra mile for you. It was her ability to make me a better man, the way she supported me in all of my dreams, and the way she has always stood by my side no matter the situation. God could not have sent any more signs that Jasmine Nicole Ruff would be my wife, so after a long distance relationship and graduate school for the both of us, I knew I had to pop the question.

Frank planned a weekend getaway to Savannah, Ga. He informed me that we would be going to Ruth's Chris Steak House for dinner. After getting dressed for dinner, he suggested that we go to the rooftop of the hotel to take pictures with his sisters. Once we approached the rooftop his sister began to sing “ The One He Kept For Me” and that’s when I realized that he was about to propose. In that moment, I was very shocked because although we had discussed marriage, I didn’t know that it would happen that soon. I felt like I was so high walking on cloud nine (in my best John Legend voice) baby!

I invited all of Jasmine's family and closest friends. The ones who could not make it sent a special video congratulating us on our engagement. As we were getting ready for dinner, I told jasmine we should go to the rooftop to take some pictures. Once we began walking up to the rooftop, my sister began to sing “The One He Kept for Me.” Jasmine was speechless because she had no clue what was going on. I walked my then girlfriend onto the rooftop of Hilton’s Homewood Suites in Downtown Savannah, GA, which I had decorated with roses and candles everywhere! Yeah! The moment Jasmine said yes, a round of fireworks went off over the Savannah River. Needless to say, it was a magical night in Savannah, Georgia!

When I saw that ring I couldn’t help but to say YES! I’m just kidding! Over the years I have seen Frank grow into the man I knew would one day be my husband. He is so ambitious, and always follows his dreams. He is first of all, a Godly man and a God-fearing man. Frank is very supportive of me in all of my dreams and goals. He has always been right by my side no matter the situation, up or down, happy or sad--always there by my side. Frank is also a great cook and who doesn't want a personal Chef?! Frank has an amazing personality and outlook on life and has always found the good in things no matter what. So of course I said "Yes!"

We would like to thank all of our family and closest friends for all of the support you have shown us throughout our relationship. We are thankful to have your presence at our wedding to share in the moment we say our vows and pledge our love in front of God and each of you.

Willie Frank Mathis (Father of the Groom) Roy Ruff Sr. (Grandfather of the Bride) Bernice Berry (Aunt of the Groom) Robert Ruff (Uncle of the Bride) We know that you are looking down on us and protecting our sacred union.