It was August of 2008. Tazhiana was a bright eyed college freshman with a big personality and an even bigger mouth and Joshua was the charming upper classman with a knack for telling terrible jokes that made everyone laugh. Tazhiana's friends and Josh's friends all seemed to know each other and it was only a matter of time before their paths crossed. After hanging out in groups a few times, Tazhiana got to know Josh a whole lot better, enough to realize that he was definitely someone she wanted to spend more time with. Josh, exhibiting the cluelessness that seems to stalk all men, took a bit of time to catch up but it was only a matter of time until the pair were spending all their free time together. Somewhere between midnight study sessions and Rurouni Kenshin binges, the two fell in love. The rest, they say, is history.

Tazhiana spent weeks dropping every hint she could think of before just about giving up on the whole enterprise. Meanwhile, Joshua was out hunting for the perfect ring and doing his very best to not strangle his impatient partner. He eventually found it (and it is the PERFECT one), and summoned up enough courage to pop the question. Tazhiana, being the ace detective that she is, was on to him from the very beginning, but attempted to keep her cool. The dance continued. On April 9, 2017, Joshua decided to keep the ring on him and devised a proposal plan. Prospect Park was involved. As was romance. And sunshine. But after a day full of picturesque moments including a picnic in the park and a lovely day spent lounging on the grass, Joshua decided to pop the question to Tazhiana as she laid in bed scrolling through Instagram. And it’s exactly what Tazhiana always wanted. It was classic them - messy, a bit uncoordinated, and the most beautiful moment in the world.

We're thrilled to invite you all to the lovely Century House in the heart of the Capital District for our wedding. Our wedding date nearly marks our 9th anniversary and we're honored you are participating in our special day. We could not be more excited to celebrate the next step in our journey with each of you, who have played (and will continue to play) such an important part in our adventure!