Ashley, a Nurse Practitioner and Ernest, a Senior Project Agent for Southern Nuclear took to the Berkeley Hills Country Club in Duluth, GA and the streets of downtown Atlanta to celebrate their engagement and upcoming summer wedding. The couple, who love to restaurant hop, travel, and golf, decided on the country club and a more eclectic setting as the perfect fits to showcase their engagement in this super fun photo session.
Wedding Location: Rosewood Hall in Homewood, Al
Tell us all about the proposal!
On October 16, 2014, Ernest whisked Ashley off to Center Stage Theater in Atlanta, GA. He took her to see one of her favorite performers, Marsha Ambrosius, where she would be performing her latest tracks from Friends and Lovers. Ernest told Ashley he was trying to get them upgraded to VIP seating and a possible meet and greet backstage after the show. After leaving his seat multiple times, he finally returned with news that their seating had been upgraded but he was unsure if the meet and greet would occur. Ashley and Ernest moved to the section with reserved seating. Ernest told Ashley he had to go to the restroom and would be back. Due to his nervousness, he took the wrong cue and left earlier than he should have. After a while, Ashley began to wonder if he was okay, but Marsha began to play instrumentals for one of Ashley’s favorite songs, “Say Yes.” The song was a crowd favorite and as the crowd began to scream, Ernest appeared on stage. He asked Ashley to come to the stage. Ernest’s contact person, Moe Simpson, a local DJ, took Ashley backstage. Once on stage, Ernest proposed to Ashley, who was shaking with nervousness. You can watch the proposal video here.
What did you do on your first date?
Ashley and Ernest’s story began June 1, 2012 at the All In Casino Royale Fundraiser benefiting UAB’s Healthy Happy Kids, at Workplay in Birmingham, AL. While playing Blackjack 21, Ernest saw a beautiful young woman dancing in place with a drink. They exchanged a couple of glances and smiles. Ernest took a while to get up because he was trying to see if she had an empty ring finger. Meanwhile, Ashley turned to her friends, Aaryn and Shalandria “BJ” and jokingly stated, “Got me one.” They giggled as they noticed him staring. Ernest finally approached Ashley. After a little small talk, he asked for her business card. Ashley didn’t have one, so Ernest gave her his.
Ashley pondered calling Ernest vs. waiting to bump into him again, as it is not her norm to call a guy first. Meanwhile, Ernest spent the weekend regretting not asking for her number. That Sunday, she called and left a message on his voicemail. Ernest was excited and relieved when he heard the message Ashley left. Two days later, they had their first date at Avo in Mountain Brook, AL.
How has wedding planning been so far?
Both the wedding and reception will be held at Rosewood Hall in Homewood, Al and planning been easy thanks to an all inclusive package with the venue.
Tell us what you’re looking forward to most on the wedding day.
I’m most looking forward to creating a covenant bond with one of my best friends that has enhanced my life in so many ways. Ernest has knocked down walls and opened my eyes and heart, finally allowing me to be able to truly give and receive love. I learned that it takes great strength to be vulnerable. With Ernest, I am able to do just that. He is always there to support me minus judgement, no matter what. When we met, he said his goal was to keep the pretty smile on my face. For the majority of our time together, he has accomplished that goal. He has been a God sent blessing in the life of both my son and I.
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding on August 22, 2015!
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Photographer: The Price Approach Photography
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