Malinda & Stuart
Our Wedding Party
Mr. Clarence High III
Father of the Bride
The most important Man in my life, Second only to God. Now Dad will entrust his child to Stuart. To love, honor and cherish me for the rest of our lives together.
Mrs. Marlene High
Mother of the Bride
My Step-Mother Marlene has been in my life since I was 12 years old. Thank you for being a intergral part in shaping me into the Woman I am today.
Fannie Lee Lemon
Mother of the Bride
Fannie Lee, my mother. The person who gave me the glorious life I live and enjoy. She instilled in me the value of my self worth as a strong woman. From this, I learned to enjoy my life to the fullest. She knew that God would send me the right man worthy of my love. Thank you Mom, for loving me and being the gracious example of what a woman should be. You would have LOVED Stuart! I know you are shining down on our union.
Sylvia Shaw
Mother of the Groom
Mom, thank you for giving me this glorious life, and for being there for me when I needed a listening ear. Our relationship and experiences have attributed to the man I am today. Thank you for embracing your new daughter-in-law Malinda from the 1st time you met her when she visited us in Las Crues, NM. You call her Daughter and she lovingly calls you DIVA. We love you dearly!
Donna Barnett-Marks
Matron of Honor
My Bestie Donna, lovingly known to our inner circle as "Butter". We have known each other for over 40 years. Friends for EVER. We made our Cotillion together, graduated high school & went to house parties together. Shared weddings and all of life's milestones together. This joyful event would not be complete without you standing beside me, as I vow to take Stuart as my Life partner. Stuart and I are thankful you are in our lives, as we start this journey together.
Westley Cammon
Best Man
To my Brother Wes, you and I have been through an adventurous journey together with it's ups and downs. You have supported me in many of my endeavors and relationships, always being there with a encouraging word or a gentle thought. I am honored to have you with me as my best man on this glorious occasion, to stand beside me and witness the joining of my heart and my soul to my beloved Malinda.
Doreen Dozier
Hostess
To My Oldest Sister Doreen, who is ALWAYS there for me, supporting my dreams and goals, even when they maybe crazy. Doreen is the glue that holds our family together. She is a gentle spirit and reminds me so much of my Grandmother Lemon. Doreen believes in me and she supports Stuart and my endeavors. I say to people all the time, "If Doreen was not my Sister, I would be honored to have her as a Friend". Thank you Sis for sharing in this special day and time in our lives, We love you!!!
Bridget Pettigrew
Hostess
My fun loving, adventurous Sister, Bridget. Thank you for being my other "Big" Sister who I have shared life's journeys, treasures and drama with. No matter how many miles are between us, whenever we get back together, it's like we're just teens again growing up at 6 Washington Avenue and Gail and me convincing you to, "Go, go, go, G-O, G-O" after Dad put you on punishment. I knew when you met Stu, you would love him and embrace him as I did. Our day would not be the same if you were not a part of it. Thank you for sharing in our special day and this special time in our lives. We love you, Bridge.
Windric High
Malinda's Brother
Winn, as my Big Brother, I have always looked up to you and admire you, even when you used to beat me and Gail up as Kids cause you said we always bothered you, and for Gail and I, we just wanted to be around you because you were our Cool Big Brother! When Stu and Winn met, they hit it off right away. We have hung out together, worked on logistic jobs together and as any family does, have gone thru trials and tribulations together. Winn, you have accepted Stuart as your newest "Brother-in-law", and we are so happy and grateful for your love and acceptance of Stuart for my life mate. You are finally getting to go to Barbados with all of your Sisters. As you read from Proverbs 31:10 on our Vow Exchange day, we Thank you and we love you for being a part of this new chapter of our journey!
Gail High-Kelly
My Beautiful Sister, Our Angel
Gail, we feel your presence with Stu & I as we prepare for our special time and day on your favorite Island of Barbados. We know that you are with us as we celebrate your life, our memories of you & Your legacy. May you rest peaceful. We love you Baby Sister!
Zoe Dolman
Flower Girl
We love our sweet Grand Niece Zo-Zo dearly. Her love of life and family brings joy to our lives and hearts.
Neah Niccole Ansell
Flower Child
Neah Niccole! Gi-Gi's joy of her life. Your Grand Gi-Gi Gail lived for you. You are the Sunshine in our lives and thank you for being Uncle Stu and my flower girl.
Carter Thomas
Ring Bearer
Carter is the love child of Earl & Alyssa Thomas. Stuart and I are so happy to have Carter share in our special day!
Granville White
Stuart White's Uncle
Granville has been in Stuart's life for all of Granville's life, as he is Stuart's Father's younger brother. Granville has also been in Stu's life for less time, as Stuart is older than Granville. I loving refer to Gran as, "Stu's Little Uncle Granville". We are honored and blessed that Granville said "Yes" when Stu and I asked Uncle Gran to stand up with us and Pray over our Rings and our Union. Thank you Uncle Gran for being a part of this special time in our lives. We love you!
Ilene White
Auntie Ilene
Aunt Ilene is the beautiful Helpmeet of Uncle Granville and when I first met "Auntie", we hit it off instanly, like we were old girlfriends! Auntie Ilene is also a Healthy living person and a advid Runner. She and Uncle Gran are up at the crack of Dawn working out hard and look FABULOUS for all of the hard work they put in! Stu and I are blessed and honored that Auntie Ilene said "Yes" when we asked her to lead us in a few healthy workouts around the pool while in Barbados! We love you Auntie. Thank you for being there and supporting Stu and I.
Alana Monique Kelly
Wedding Coordinator
Alana, thank you for the beautiful decorations and bringing our Island destination decorations to life. We thank you and love you Niece.