Good morning! Today is the big day. Due to unfavorable weather and high winds, we will be unable to livestream the wedding. But fret not, we will have the wedding premiere available 9/9/2024. I apologize for this unforeseen circumstance. Please continue to pray.
Vincent Battle
Yejide Mwongozi
Vincent Battle
Yejide Mwongozi
September 1, 2024
Our Story
We've been acquaintances and family friends for nearly 2 decades. Life & pandemic grew our friendship, and now two best friends are becoming one!
Schedule
Thursday, August 29, 2024
Family Fun
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Escondido, CA 92025
This event is for those who will be in town early and want to go to the zoo.
TICKETS FOR VALUE DAY HAVE GONE UP! DO NOT PROCRASTINATE ANY LONGER OR IT MAY GO UP FURTHER. RIGHT NOW TICKETS ARE $70 TO ENTER THE PARK. IF YOU ALREADY BOUGHT YOUR SAFARI TICKET IT IS TIME TO BUY YOUR ENTRANCE TICKET. THIS IS A SELF-PAY EVENT! A group of us will be going to the Safari at the zoo. You must pay for admission as well as the safari. Entrance & Safari is roughly $128 for adults & $118 for kids. https://tickets.sandiegozoo.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=webstoresdp&c=spkcs21
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Church
11:00 am
6065 Skyline Drive, San Diego, CA 92114
This is a religious event. We will be attending church as a group for all who would like to attend.
Sunday, September 1, 2024
Battle ~ Mwongozi Virtual Wedding
1:30 pm
Unfortunately due to the outside venue, we cannot predict video clarity. We will try our best to capture the best moments for those of you unable to attend.
Wedding
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
18029 Calle Ambiente, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
This is an outdoor event. Please be on time and dressed in formal attire.
Reception
3:30 pm - 6:45 pm
18029 Calle Ambiente, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
The reception will be at the same outside location as the wedding. This event is formal. No jeans allowed!
There will be sambusas & non-alcoholic specialty drinks between the wedding and reception. This snack is first come, first serve and is gone when it is finished. There are two vegetarian options with side variations and two meat options with side variations. Please only select one of the options for your main course and side. There is only one vegetable choice which will be applied to all guests.
Registry
Amazon
Wedding Party
Wambui Karanja
Maid of Honor
Stinker! The 1st child Yejide never had!
Kwanzaa Mwongozi
Bridesmaid
Yejide's cousin & 2nd friend Ever!
Samiyah Fassette
Bridesmaid
Yejide's cousin & role model!
Stephanie Veloz
Bridesmaid
Yejide's God-sister from waaay back!
Jillian Wilson
Bridesmaid
Yejide's Day One! Cronies 4 Life!
Miracle Vines
Bridesmaid
Yejide's sis! We tru fa real!
Carlina Williams
Bridesmaid
Yejide's grilled cheese & tomato soup!
Shandy Daggs
Bridesmaid
"This one right here tho!" Oh, she know!
Paulina Baker
Bridesmaid
Yejide's sunshine on a rainy day!
Harmanjas Sidhu
Bridesmaid
Yejide's sis from another mis--SRK & Kajol!
Nia Richardson
Bridesmaid
Niiinii. Periodt!
Demetrius Davis
Groomsman
Cousin of Vincent
Terry Johnson
Groomsman
Cousin of Vincent
Jamaal Henley
Groomsman
Friend of Vincent
Aloiso Wilmoth
Groomsman
Friend of Vincent
Aram Kerr
Groomsman
Friend of Vincent
Chandler Pittman
Groomsman
Friend of Vincent
Kambai Karanja
Groomsman
Brother of Yejide
Gallery
Things To Do
San Diego Zoo
La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks
Hop on hop off Trolley
Torrey Pines Gliderport
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
World Famous
Havana Grill
Island Spice Jamaican Restaurant
Phở Vân Restaurant
India Palace Banquet & Catering
Travel
Rental Car
Avis Car Rental
My brother set us up with some discount codes for those of you thinking of renting vehicles when you get to San Diego. Avis AWD:K449900 Budget BCD: U112000 Hertz CDP: 211762
Hotel
WorldMark San Diego - Mission Valley
$150 Nightly
Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego/Rancho Bernardo
$170 nightly
Hotel
Rancho Bernardo Inn
$303 nightly
Hotel
Cardiff
$399 nightly for the weekend
Hotel
Del Mar Beach Hotel
$799 nightly
Flight
Oakland to San Diego
$219 Roundtrip Thu 8/29 OAK 6:00 AM SAN 10:00 AM 4 hr 0 min1 stop Mon 9/2 SAN 7:25 AM OAK 8:55 AM 1 hr 30 min Nonstop
Train
Amtrak Midwest
Please arrange pick up from the train station using the following email: vin.yewedd@gmail.com From Milwaukee Intermodal Station https://www.amtrak.com/stations/mke To Solana Beach Station https://www.amtrak.com/tickets/trip-summary.html $420 Roundtrip Departure | Wed, Aug 28 Return | Mon, Sep 2
Train
Amtrak West Coast
Please arrange pick up from the train station using the following email: vin.yewedd@gmail.com Sacramento, CA Sacramento Valley Station to Solana Beach, CA Departure | Fri, Aug 30 Return | Mon, Sep 2 $157 Roundtrip
Travel Note
Venue Area
If you want to lodge close to the venue please see the following for address and directions to the venue: LOCATION Del Dios Rd, six miles east of Fwy I-5. Address: 18055 Calle Ambiente Rancho Santa Fe, California 92067 DIRECTIONS From I-5, take the Via de la Valle exit and drive four miles east to the intersection with Paseo Delicias/Del Dios Rd., then turn right and drive about 2 miles until you reach Cielo Village. From Del Dios (Hwy S6), turn right when you see into Cielo Village. Open map and directions in Google Maps.
FAQs
Question
When should I RSVP by?
Answer
As this is a destination wedding, RSVP before April 7, 2024. Any RSVPs after this date will not be accepted.
Question
Are you registered? Where?
Answer
Check out the Zola Website. Our registry only consists of three gift options. Monetary contributions for our honeymoon flights, honeymoon stay, or to help get our cleaning business off the ground.
Question
What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
The ceremony will start promptly according to the time on your invitation. As the area is an open space concept, please arrive early enough so that the wedding processional is not interrupted.
Question
Is there a dress code?
Answer
Yes, there is a dress code—banquet attire. Dress to the nines! Do not step foot at this wedding with casual anything! Especially jeans! Lovingly...NO! DON'T DO IT!
Question
Can I bring a date?
Answer
Only if a plus one is allowed on your invitation.
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
Only if the invitation is addressed to the "Family" and not individually addressed.
Question
Do you have any hotel recommendations?
Answer
Yes. Hotel recommendations are listed on the website.
Question
I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?
Answer
Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate any special requests. We will have a meat option and a vegetarian option.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
We have one parking lot designated for both ceremony & reception. Please do not use any other parking areas or your car will be towed.
Question
Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?
Answer
There will be no transportation provided to and from hotels to the ceremony unless you are a part of the wedding party. Please arrange your own transportation.
Question
Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
Answer
For those who decide to make a weekend of it and come two to three days before, there will be a list of events as well as restaurants and local attractions on the website.