Halima & Bartholomew
Wedding Party
Bartholomew Woods II
Groom
Bart Woods II (known as B2 lovingly) the Groom. Lover of music and the creative process that makes sounds. Ambitious, adventurous, talented, loving, wonderful brother, friend and person. His soon to be Brides favorite person.
Halima Brown
Bride
Halima, sister, daughter, and friend. Has always valued relationships and those who she loves and holds near and dare to her heart. Incredible and ambitious writer and educator. She loves art (illustration & painting), dances, volunteers for church, and loves beach’s (Jamaican native).
Brandon Luvene
Groomsman
Long-time friend to Bart. Story has it they knew each other while they were both in their Mother’s womb. Mothers’ were friends and so it was only right that there sons would be friends as-well. Terrific friend to Bart and fellow Anime-enthusiasts.
Jamie Jackson
Groomsman
Friend to Bart, more like cousin. They have been extremely close during their time in Los Angeles, as they both moved from Chicago to pursue music and film careers. Wonderful friend and encourager.
De’Andre Jackson
Groomsman
Friend to Bart, more like cousin. They have been extremely close during their time in Los Angeles, as they both moved from Chicago to pursue music and film careers. Wonderful friend and encourager.
Heather Hyde
Matron of Honor
Heather is a caring, loving and fun friend. She is married for 7yrs. and a loving and dedicated mother as-well. Heather and Halima are childhood friend once middle school, and as children they enjoy long days at the park, bowling, sleepovers, and playing football with friends.
Channel Bailey
Bridesmaid
Younger Sister to Halima. Mother of 3 boys, social worker and fashion designer. Supportive, loving, encouraging sister and a SuperMom!!! Wonderful, Awesome, inspiring, funny and still serious.
Jasmine Chery
Bridesmaid
Friend to Halima, wonderful friend, SuperMom, Go-Getter, inspiring, fashionable, and adventurous. Honest and caring and encouraging person.
Brandy Flowers
Bridesmaid
Brandy and Halima met at church volunteering and quickly became friends. Their shared passion for building God’s kingdom is part of what fuels their friendship, as well shared values. Brandy is a Finance expert, who enjoys traveling and has a big heart.
Turanesh Kirkwood
Bridesmaid
These two have friends since Halima was 7yrs old. They grew up around each other’s family, and Halima was especially close to Turanesh and her sister Fikre. They along with a group of friends would do dance offs every time they met up (could have been our own dance group with proper manager 😅😂). Though they haven’t lived in the same state for years, their friendship is stood the test of time.
Mounina Magassa
Bridesmaid
Mounina and Halima met in college, as Freshman roommates. Mounina has always been an incredible friend, always there for Halima, in her toughest times and happy times. Kind, caring, considerate, big heart, honest, and funny. Great person and Honestly couldn’t ask for anything more in a friend.
Tranee Smith
Bridesmaid
Long-time friend of Halima’s (24yrs). Been through everything together and is beyond excited for this happy couple to have a wonderful life together. Believes in love and God, and loves to use her God-given gift of signing. Wonderful Mother, sister, friend and Singer/ Song-writer.
Ja’Nada Strawberry
Bridesmaid
Ja’Nada is a sister, daughter and mother. She’s caring, bold, and a brilliant thinker. Their shared love for God’s kingdom is big part of their friendship, as well shared values.
Jacqueline O’Sullivan
Mother of the Bride
Mother of our Bride, and six others. Raised her children as a single Mom for most of their lives. Jamaican native, who made Canada 🇨🇦 her home and is where Halima’s 4/10 siblings live. Jacqueline, is always instructing Halima to pray about everything. She cooks all the delicious Jamaican dishes, and loves it. Jacqueline has always supported Bart and Halima, and is excited to see her 1st daughter get married.
King Brown
Ring Bearer
My older brother Mwata’s first son. He is his father’s twin, lives outdoors and spending time with his siblings.
Queen Brown
Flower Girl
Mwata’s daughter, who is sweet, fun, artistic, and has a wonderful imagination. She’s also her mothers’ twin.