Jamal and Takiesha were both students at Eastern Illinois University, they first met in February of 2017 on Marty's patio (if you know you know). They continued their friendship for the remainder of the school year, unfortunately once summer came they parted ways as they both returned to their hometowns. Once the couple returned to EIU for the fall semester, their relationship grew immensely. On March 24th, 2018, Jamal asked Takiesha to be his girlfriend, although he was graduating and about to start his career they were confident they could make the relationship work. He ended up getting a job in Champaign IL. They visited one another often and Takiesha eventually began working at Scotty's Brewhouse, (now known as Aspen Tap), therefore spending lots of time in Champaign. Jamal joined her at Scotty's as a bartender, where they made lots of great friendships and memories. Once Covid hit, the couple officially moved in together. During the lock down they spent this time raising their puppy Denver and getting to know one another on a deeper level. Champaign has a special place in their heart as their love blossomed here. They are overwhelmed with joy to be celebrating their union where they truly fell in love, and extremely grateful to be sharing this moment with you all.