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IT<strong>IN</strong>ERARY • EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS • <strong>IN</strong>TERVIEWS • THE ENTOURAGE • MORE<br />

JULY 14, 2016<br />

WEDD<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

EDITION<br />

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The VOWS Magazine<br />

Editor in Chief<br />

NaTasha Nichole Bailey<br />

Executive Managing Editor<br />

Ivan K. Evans<br />

Design Director Detra White<br />

Image Consultants Azure Aesthetics<br />

AWP Media<br />

MDP, LLC<br />

Guest Contributors Alexine Wright<br />

The Entourage<br />

info@thevowsmag.com<br />

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THE THE VOWS VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E -- 3 -- JULY JULY - 2016 - 2016


“It’s simple, I love it, having you<br />

near me, having you here Our<br />

conversations, outrageous,<br />

You smile, and I smile...”<br />

~ Anthony Hamilton Amazing<br />

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THE THE VOWS VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E -- 5 -- JULY JULY - 2016 - 2016


<strong>IN</strong>SIDE the VOWS<br />

From the Editors........................................ 7<br />

About the Couple.......................................9<br />

Official Wedding Week Itinerary..........11<br />

The Ceremony.......................................... 12<br />

Reception Survival Guide...................... 15<br />

Their Love Story..................................... 20<br />

5 for 5 Vegas..............................................24<br />

The Entourage in Their Own Words....32<br />

Scorpion and the Bull............................. 42<br />

Zodiacs...................................................... 44<br />

Their Journey Soundtrack..................... 48<br />

Contact...................................................... 53<br />

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WELCOME<br />

To our Dearest<br />

Family & Friends<br />

—<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 7 - JULY - 2016<br />

Welcome to Las Vegas! Over the past<br />

year, we have been dreaming of an<br />

intimate wedding with our closest<br />

family and friends. We feel extremely<br />

honored and blessed that you have<br />

traveled this far to share in the joy of<br />

our wedding.<br />

Marriage is a turning point in our lives<br />

together as we commit ourselves to<br />

one another. As we begin our journey<br />

as husband and wife, we want to thank<br />

you deeply for all you have done for<br />

us throughout our lives. You are our<br />

teachers, partners in crime, guides,<br />

and our favorite people in the entire<br />

world. Many years from now when we<br />

reflect upon our life, love and this time,<br />

we will remember that it was not the<br />

location, the venues, the dress, the<br />

music, the food nor the rest that made<br />

this occasion memorable, but rather<br />

experiencing this moment with you. As<br />

we start our life anew, we thank you for<br />

the prayers, support, encouragement,<br />

antics, love and laughter you contribute<br />

to our lives. Your support makes us<br />

excited for what GOD has in store.<br />

It is our prayer that GOD richly blesses<br />

each and every person that helped<br />

make this day possible.<br />

Love,<br />

NaTasha & Ivan


Our Hearts<br />

NaTasha’s Uncle<br />

Wilbert Bailey<br />

Ivan’s Father<br />

Ivan Evans<br />

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In Remembrance<br />

NaTasha’s Maternal Grandparents<br />

Fammie & George Bailey<br />

Cathlean & Albert Evans<br />

NaTasha’s Brother<br />

Henry Marquis Jackson<br />

Ivan’s Maternal Grandmother<br />

Mary King<br />

Ivan’s Paternal Grandmother<br />

Vanilla Evans<br />

Ivan’s Cousin<br />

Clarence Allen McQuarters


About the Couple<br />

Ivan Kentrel Evans, Sr.<br />

May 14 th<br />

Natchez, MS<br />

Natchez, MS<br />

High School Football Coach<br />

& Teacher<br />

Football & Basketball<br />

The Matrix Triliogy<br />

New Orleans, LA<br />

To Compete<br />

Hypocrites<br />

Natchez, MS or South Florida<br />

DOB<br />

Born<br />

Reared<br />

Occupation<br />

Favorite Sport(s)<br />

Favorite Movie(s)<br />

Special Place<br />

Loves<br />

Hates<br />

Golden Years<br />

NaTasha Nichole Bailey<br />

November 14 th<br />

Natchez, MS<br />

Jackson, MS & Natchez, MS<br />

Quality Assurance Compliance<br />

Monitor<br />

Football<br />

Money Talks, The Notebook,<br />

Lion King, & His Girl Friday<br />

New Orleans, LA<br />

Sweets & Treats<br />

Drake’s Voice & Cats<br />

A Caribbean Island or Natchez, MS<br />

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“It’s in a woman’s<br />

nature to love, but when<br />

a man loves you and<br />

demonstrates it more<br />

than you to him, that’s<br />

when you know you have<br />

something special.”<br />

~ Cathlean Evans<br />

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- THE DETAILS -<br />

Official Wedding<br />

Week Itinerary<br />

Tuesday, July 12, 2016<br />

5pm<br />

6pm<br />

Welcome to Vegas Mixer<br />

Marriott’s Grand Chateau<br />

Mingle with the Stars: Wedding Kick-off<br />

Madame Tussauds<br />

Wednesday, July 13, 2016<br />

2pm<br />

10pm<br />

Swing Before the Ring<br />

Topgolf at MGM Grand<br />

A unique experience for golfers and non-golfers alike.<br />

The Prelude<br />

Pre-wedding meet up (25+ years old)<br />

Thursday, July 14, 2016<br />

5pm<br />

6:15pm<br />

6:30pm<br />

7pm<br />

“I Do’s” Wedding Ceremony<br />

Chapelle du Paradis. Paris Las Vegas (Second Floor)<br />

The Ride - transportation to the Reception.<br />

Cocktail Social<br />

La Onda Banquet Hall #1<br />

Dinner, Dancing and Cocktails<br />

La Onda Banquet Hall #1<br />

Friday, July 15, 2016<br />

Safe travels to your final destination.<br />

Check the Wedding Party App for More Details, Exact Times, & Real-Time Updates<br />

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ARE GETT<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

MARR<br />

You’ve probably figured that out by now, but if<br />

this is news to you, then you happen to be in<br />

the right place at the right time<br />

Here’s How It’s Going To Go:<br />

You will hear live a operatic performance, reminiscent of selections from the<br />

Paris Opera House, chosen by <strong>IVAN</strong>&<strong>NATASHA</strong> while you wait.<br />

(Okay, probably more by <strong>NATASHA</strong>, but don’t worry, you will be in awe of<br />

the voice.)<br />

Feel free to mingle, participate in the Warming of our Rings as you<br />

enter & listen to the music.<br />

When the music stops, be sure you take your seat.<br />

Shortly after, you will hear I’m Sure it’s You performed by Briannica<br />

Shantrice, & that’s when you know it’s about to start.<br />

First will come <strong>IVAN</strong>, the handsome groom…<br />

Followed by our adorable love letter carrier, Destinee<br />

Then finally, prepare to stand up because….<br />

HERE COMES THE STUNN<strong>IN</strong>G BRIDE, <strong>NATASHA</strong>!<br />

She will be joined by her beautiful mom, Dr. Theresa Bailey and her<br />

charismatic father Henry “Hawk” Harris.<br />

07.14.16 • 5:00PM • Paris Las Vegas<br />

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IED THURSDAY, July 14th!<br />

DUR<strong>IN</strong>G THE CEREMONY:<br />

<strong>IVAN</strong>&<strong>NATASHA</strong> will exchange personally crafted vows and be<br />

declared MR. & MRS.<br />

Afterwards you will see a “She’s Mine; He’s Mine” KISS!<br />

Feel free to hoot, holler, clap and snap pictures at this point<br />

Then the jubilant NEWLYWEDS will walk down the aisle to the song<br />

This Very Moment by K-Ci & Jo-Jo.<br />

And at last....they are HUSBAND & WIFE!!<br />

Snap a few pictures, take a few minutes to regroup before making your<br />

way to the shuttle pick-up spot to go to the reception venue for the cocktail<br />

social. Mingle a bit, hit up the dance floor and grab some eats while we<br />

finish taking pictures. Please check the Wedding Party App for shuttle<br />

location & time. The bus will depart promptly at the designated times.<br />

Music Credits<br />

O Mio Babbino Caro by Puccini<br />

Quando Men Vo by Puccini<br />

I’m Sure It’s You by Shelea Frazier<br />

performed live by Briannica Shantrice<br />

This Very Moment by K-Ci & Jo-Jo<br />

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Ring<br />

Warming<br />

Before NaTasha & Ivan Exchange rings in their wedding ceremony, they<br />

invite their guests to participate in a “Warming of the Rings.” As their family<br />

and friends, you are encouraged to take a brief moment to hold the rings,<br />

warm them with your love, and make a silent wish for the future this couple<br />

will shsare. At the conclusion of this ritual, these rings will contain in their<br />

precious metals that which is even more precious – Your love and support<br />

for NaTasha and Ivan’s union.<br />

Pink Morganite is one of the natural birthstones of those born in mid-autumn (NaTasha).<br />

Morganite is the Zodiac Stone of Taurus (Ivan).<br />

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- THE DETAILS -<br />

Reception Survival Guide<br />

Here is everything you need to know in order to<br />

successfully navigate your way through<br />

Ivan & NaTasha’s Reception<br />

Events Cocktail Social • Grand<br />

Entrance • First Dance • Blessing &<br />

Dinner • Toasts • Special Presentation •<br />

Dancing • Party Time • Shuttle<br />

Photos Be sure to stop by the Photo<br />

Station and strike a pose or three! Use<br />

#All<strong>IN</strong>Vegas16 on any Social Media<br />

postings.<br />

The Menu<br />

Mashed Potato Bar<br />

Salad Bar<br />

Taste of the South<br />

Pasta Jambalaya (choice of Chicken, Shrimp<br />

or Sausage)<br />

Asparagus<br />

Taste of the Caribbean<br />

Mango Honey Jerk Chicken with Pineapple<br />

Salsa<br />

Caribbean Rice and Peas<br />

Parisian Flare<br />

Filet of Sole Florentine<br />

Refreshments<br />

Soft drinks, bottled water, lemonade and beer<br />

available at the bar.<br />

Custom Cocktail drink tokens provided.<br />

The Notebook Instead of having<br />

a traditional guestbook, we have “The<br />

Notebook”. Notecards will be available<br />

to give everyone the opportunity to write<br />

a personalized note. Once completed,<br />

place the note in any open envelope, sign<br />

your name on the outside, and then seal<br />

it. Topics can be anything ranging from<br />

advice, a happy memory, reflections of<br />

our Vegas Wedding Celebration, song<br />

lyrics...whatever you choose.<br />

DJ/Music Dancing is very highly<br />

encouraged. We are here to celebrate<br />

to the fullest. Hit the floor up whenever<br />

your “Promise to dance” song is played.<br />

The Ride The shuttle back to the<br />

Marriott Grande Chateau will run at<br />

10pm and 11pm.<br />

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Tasha Ivan Save the Date_5x7.indd 1<br />

9/7/15 12:33 PM<br />

Customized<br />

Gifts<br />

Anatomy of an<br />

Out of Town Bag<br />

Sweets &<br />

Treats<br />

Themed<br />

Souvenirs<br />

Guidebook<br />

We Made This Bag Filled With Keepsakes<br />

& Treats, Whether Your Mouth Gets Dry<br />

Or Thirsty Or You’re Preparing To Hit<br />

The Streets. It’s A Small Token Of Our<br />

Appreciation, Wrapped In Hugs & Kisses,<br />

For The Trip You Made To See The New<br />

Mr. & Mrs.<br />

Survival<br />

Essentials<br />

Tools<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 16 - JULY - 2016


- THE DETAILS -<br />

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“Whatever you want; whatever you<br />

need, my heart belongs to you.<br />

Whatever you need; There’s nothing I<br />

won’t do.” – Jodeci<br />

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Their Love Story<br />

THE <strong>IN</strong>TERVIEW<br />

In anticipation of their Las Vegas wedding festivities, we<br />

made a trip to Tallahassee, FL to visit the soon to be Mr.<br />

and Mrs. Fortunate for us, the couple took a break from<br />

the wedding planning process to give us a glimpse at<br />

their never before told love story. We spent the evening<br />

getting up close and personal for this intimate - laughter<br />

filled - exclusive interview.<br />

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- THE <strong>IN</strong>TERVIEW -<br />

How did the June 1, 2015 proposal<br />

happen?<br />

Tasha With my need to know<br />

everything personality, I must say he<br />

did a great job of surprising me with<br />

the actual moment. We’d talked and<br />

discussed marriage and I knew it was<br />

coming. He would always say tell me<br />

your idea of a perfect date. I even told<br />

him the particulars of what I would like.<br />

I wanted our moment to be intimate<br />

with the two of us only. To satisfy my<br />

thirst for knowledge, he’d even told me<br />

where we would be when he popped<br />

the question...or so I thought. We were<br />

in Ft. Lauderdale having a mini-vacay<br />

before headed to our annual Key West<br />

“...tears welled up in my eyes and<br />

I was overjoyed with so much<br />

emotion. It was the perfect<br />

moment. WELL DONE, SL”<br />

vacation. I didn’t think anything of it, but<br />

on the ride from the airport to South<br />

Beach, he mentioned his stomach was<br />

aching. Before leaving for the trip he told<br />

me that he’d picked a place for us to go<br />

the first night, “so be cute”. This wasn’t<br />

a red flag either because he would do<br />

that often. When we pulled up, I said oh,<br />

we having dinner somewhere on Las<br />

Olas, cool. We parked and walked for a<br />

bit and got to an opening and just stood<br />

there talking. All of a sudden, Gondolier<br />

Mike rode up. I had a huge smile on<br />

my face and said “I forgot I told you I<br />

wanted to take a gondola ride” He just<br />

smiled. We took a few silly pictures as<br />

we always did as we rode down the Las<br />

Olas river, then we stopped. I assumed<br />

it was to just take in the moment. I’d<br />

been singing along to every song that<br />

played and when Bruno Mars came on<br />

it was no different. Then Ivan says “go<br />

over there” Me “why” Him “Just go so I<br />

can take your picture” So I get up and<br />

walk to the other side and when I turned<br />

around he was getting that knee dirty.<br />

I honesty have no clue what he said,<br />

that was one of the few moments I can<br />

truly say I was surprised. Afterwards,<br />

we started moving again, and I said<br />

I have to call ma when we get back.<br />

Then he pulled out his ipad and played<br />

a video presentation. Who was the<br />

first on the video, Mi Mother, then my<br />

sisters, cousins, aunts, brothers, uncles,<br />

nieces, nephews, and close friends and<br />

it closed with THERIA!...tears welled up<br />

in my eyes and I was overcome with<br />

so much emotion. It was the perfect<br />

moment. I knew I wanted our moment<br />

to be ours but also knew the special<br />

bond I have with my family and found<br />

a way to include them in the moment. It<br />

was a moment I will always remember.<br />

WELL DONE, SL!<br />

Ivan She was awaiting a proposal in<br />

Key West, but the gondola ride was<br />

perfect. We were on the water in an<br />

intimate setting. We had a drink and<br />

took in the beautiful scenery. About<br />

halfway through the ride “Marry You “<br />

by Bruno Mars was on and I asked her<br />

to stand on the other side for a picture<br />

and when she turned around I was one<br />

knee. After she accepted I showed her<br />

a slideshow of her family members<br />

and friends congratulating us on the<br />

engagement. I was able to include her<br />

family and still give her the intimate<br />

moment she’d wanted.<br />

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- THE <strong>IN</strong>TERVIEW -<br />

We understand you are high school<br />

classmates, how did the two of you<br />

reconnect?<br />

Ivan Initially on twitter, but it was a<br />

class reunion meeting that I saw her for<br />

the first time since graduation.<br />

Tasha It seems it was always centered<br />

around our class reunions (that neither<br />

of us attended, how ironic). Years prior,<br />

I’d seen Ivan briefly at a breakfast class<br />

reunion meeting we’d had for our 10th<br />

year reunion. We didn’t interact with<br />

the meeting ended. In true Porsche<br />

fashion, she showed up to get me about<br />

20 minutes before the meeting was<br />

over, so I decided to go. Upon making<br />

our fashionably late entrance, the first<br />

person that caught my attention was<br />

Ivan. I remember saying to myself,<br />

Ok, Ivan! We chatted briefly after the<br />

meeting before Porsche and I left. It<br />

would be a few months later before we<br />

actually starting have non-sports and<br />

reunion conversations. Yes, I used the<br />

each other during that time other than<br />

the standard, “hello, it was good seeing<br />

you”. In 2009 we “followed” each other<br />

on twitter (I remember all his tweets<br />

were about sports, my o my, how that<br />

changed) and would exchange tweets<br />

mostly about the 2009 NBA Playoffs<br />

and NFL. Fast-forward to 15th year<br />

reunion planning time. I was in Natchez<br />

for my routine Labor Day visit and<br />

Porsche insisted I go to the reunion<br />

meeting with her. I kept saying no, let’s<br />

go somewhere else or pick me up after<br />

reunion as a door-opener for texting<br />

him, knowing good and well I couldn’t<br />

have cared less about the reunion, don’t<br />

judge me...it was called strategy.<br />

What attracted you to Him/Her?<br />

Ivan The positive energy and outlook<br />

that she projects on a daily basis. She is<br />

my glass half full.<br />

Tasha ther than that trademark smile<br />

and dimple, it was his devotion and<br />

passion he showed for his sons, IKE<br />

and Dy-lan.<br />

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- THE <strong>IN</strong>TERVIEW -<br />

Where did you go for your first date?<br />

Ivan Jay-Z concert in New Orleans<br />

Tasha First date that would be February<br />

25, 2010, New Orleans for the Jay-Z,<br />

Trey Songz & Young Jeezy Concert.<br />

What part of your future are you most<br />

excited about?<br />

Ivan I’m excited to have my Honey Bun<br />

(Theria) in my life, I want to be the one<br />

she runs to whether it’s good or bad. Her<br />

shoulder to cry on, her voice of reason,<br />

and her model for what she wants in her<br />

life. I couldn’t ask for a better young lady<br />

to be my daughter. Not to mention the<br />

strong family bond and presence during<br />

major milestones, events and holidays.<br />

I’m looking forward to continuing the<br />

tradition our kids can carry on.<br />

Tasha I’m really looking forward to<br />

having a partner, a rock. I’ve really been<br />

looking forward to living under the<br />

same roof. I can’t wait to start and end<br />

my days with by homie, lover and friend.<br />

What do you like most about Tasha?<br />

Her passion in whatever she commits<br />

to and undertakes.<br />

What do you like most about Ivan?<br />

I like his fire and drive. Unknowingly, he<br />

inspires me to be and do more.<br />

Favorite place to dine together?<br />

Ivan Anywhere on South Miami Beach<br />

Tasha I don’t have a favorite place<br />

to dine. Any dinner date with Ivan is<br />

special. If I had to pick, I would say<br />

any new place we randomly pick while<br />

travelling.<br />

What’s the one thing you enjoy doing<br />

as a couple?<br />

Ivan Traveling<br />

Tasha Experiencing “Firsts” together<br />

What is Tasha’s best quality?<br />

Her attention to detail and love of<br />

planning trips, events and family<br />

functions.<br />

What is Ivan’s best quality?<br />

His laid back, easy going demeanor and<br />

ability to calm me during “storms”<br />

What was the biggest thing you had to<br />

compromise on?<br />

Ivan Sports<br />

Tasha Saturdays during the Fall. Lord<br />

knows I love football, but non-stop<br />

college football from sun up to sun<br />

down!?!?!, It’s like he’s sucked into a<br />

black hole and can’t find his way out<br />

until the final down is played. Ya’ll pray<br />

for me. Thank God for multiple TVs and<br />

PIP.<br />

When did you know he/she was the one?<br />

Ivan When she told me she was. Just<br />

Kidding, When I would be mad at her<br />

and it would bother me until we figured<br />

it out.<br />

Tasha When randomly on the phone<br />

one day after a difference of opinions,<br />

Ivan said “Let’s pray”. It was then I knew<br />

my “source” and his “source” were the<br />

same.<br />

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5 for 5:<br />

Las Vegas<br />

1<br />

1<br />

Paris<br />

1Day Trip<br />

2<br />

Rome<br />

3<br />

Venice<br />

4<br />

Egypt<br />

5<br />

New York<br />

3<br />

2<br />

4<br />

5<br />

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- 5 FOR 5 LAS VEGAS -<br />

2<br />

Free Attractions<br />

1 2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

1<br />

Fountains at Bellagio<br />

2<br />

Freemont Street Experience<br />

3<br />

Mirage Volcano<br />

4<br />

Bellagio Conservatory<br />

5<br />

The Wildlife Habitat<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 25 - JULY - 2016


5 for 5:<br />

Las Vegas<br />

1<br />

3<br />

For Fun<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

1<br />

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas<br />

2<br />

minus5° Ice<br />

3<br />

Spring for a Show<br />

4<br />

The High Roller<br />

5<br />

NBA Summer League<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 26 - JULY - 2016


- 5 FOR 5 LAS VEGAS -<br />

1<br />

4<br />

Quick Eats & Treats<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

1<br />

Pampas Brazilian Grille<br />

2<br />

Jamba Juice<br />

3<br />

Harley-Davidson Cafe<br />

4<br />

Pin-up Pizza<br />

5<br />

Carlos & Charlies<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 27 - JULY - 2016


5 for 5:<br />

Las Vegas<br />

5<br />

Vegas Resources<br />

1<br />

2<br />

3<br />

4<br />

5<br />

1<br />

No Cover Night Clubs<br />

2<br />

Restaurants on the Run<br />

3<br />

TRAVEL ZOO<br />

4<br />

VEGAS.com<br />

5<br />

GROUPON<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 28 - JULY - 2016


The moment I<br />

stopped searching<br />

for the perfect<br />

person, is when<br />

I realized the<br />

imperfect person<br />

before me was<br />

PERFECT for me.<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 29 - JULY - 2016


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The Entourage Wedding<br />

When we decided to have a wedding, we knew we wanted to forgo the traditional wedding party<br />

route. No BRIDESMAIDS. No GROOMSMEN. After much consideration, we decided on having an<br />

Entourage Wedding. We had no idea what it would look like, as it was an idea developed in my<br />

mind. I knew we wanted to honor our closest friends but without all of the stress and headaches<br />

that comes with a bridal party and at the same time include all of our guests. It was then that the<br />

concept was born. The Entourage is made up of our dearest friends who have played vital roles<br />

in different phases our lives. True to the name, it’s rare to see us out without being surrounded by<br />

members of this distinct group. Our Wedding Party is comprised of all of our friends and loved<br />

ones who made the cross-country journey to share in our big day. We love each of you and want<br />

you to know you are special to us.<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 32 - JULY - 2016


The Entourage<br />

In Their Own Words<br />

<strong>ALL</strong>ISON L. DAVIS-JENK<strong>IN</strong>S<br />

STEVE DAVIS<br />

SHANEQUA “NEQUE” FLEM<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

Tasha, Ivan, and I are high school<br />

classmates and friends. I met<br />

Ivan in middle school and Tasha<br />

in high school after she relocated<br />

to Natchez. Tasha and I were<br />

managers for the girls’ basketball<br />

team (I had nothing to do with<br />

that shower water, you will have<br />

to ask Tasha about that). Over the<br />

years, Tasha and I have formed a<br />

sisterly bond. I have many fond<br />

memories of Tasha, and all of<br />

them involve getting all the girls<br />

together and just having fun.<br />

Before the wedding, I would like to<br />

say “Tasha and Ivan, Life is short.<br />

Enjoy it with each other every day.<br />

Never go to sleep with anger, and<br />

always respect one another.”<br />

I am Tasha’s cousin and Ivan’s<br />

friend and fraternity brother. Ivan<br />

and I are brothers from different<br />

mothers. One of my fondest<br />

memories of Ivan would be the<br />

trip to the Alcorn-Southern game<br />

in Baton Rouge where we took<br />

over some random guys’ hotel<br />

room and was lounging in their<br />

room drinking their beer. When<br />

they came back, I confidently told<br />

them the room was ours. Without<br />

incident, they left and went to the<br />

front desk, and we made a swift<br />

exit. Other notable memories<br />

would include coaching with Ivan,<br />

watching his sons grow up, and<br />

being part of THE OMEGA PSI PHI<br />

FRATERNITY. As a member of<br />

The Entourage, my role is to make<br />

sure Ivan don’t back out!! Before<br />

my Brother jumps the broom,<br />

I would like to say, “I wish you<br />

guys nothing but blessings and<br />

happiness in your union. May God<br />

bless you guys with many, many<br />

happy years together.”<br />

Tasha and I were coworkers at<br />

the movie theatre we believed<br />

we owned. I was blessed to be<br />

accepted into her family and be<br />

a part of her village for Theria.<br />

What started out as a friendship,<br />

blossomed into a beautiful<br />

sisterhood. We have the Scorpio/<br />

Taurus, connection and truly<br />

understand each other. Whenever<br />

she goes off the grid for a long<br />

period of time (which to her may<br />

seem like brief moment), I know<br />

it isn’t anything personal, but I<br />

will send her messages to let<br />

her know “HEY, this has gone on<br />

long enough, Call ME”. Special<br />

memories include: cabbage and<br />

cornbread Sunday dinners and<br />

our infamous road trips. Tasha is<br />

definitely my “Ride or Die”, except<br />

with us there is only living, loving<br />

and laughing!<br />

Tasha and Ivan, Allow God to<br />

order your steps. Continue to<br />

grow in love. Understand that<br />

there is no perfect marriage, and<br />

always look to make each day a<br />

better day.<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 33 - JULY - 2016


- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

JARITA FRAZIER-K<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

ARTHUR H. HARRIS<br />

V<strong>IN</strong>CENT HARRIS<br />

Ivan, Tasha and I are high school<br />

classmates. Tasha is my Ft. Knox<br />

cousin. I can call her at any time<br />

and always trust her with my<br />

secrets, Simply put, if I had to<br />

commit a crime, I would take her<br />

along because I know she will not<br />

say a word. Ivan has always been<br />

a stand up kind of guy. I have so<br />

many fond memories with Tasha,<br />

but the one that stands out the<br />

most was when she gave birth to<br />

her love, Theria. I will spare you<br />

the story about the time I tried to<br />

fix Tasha up and the guy turned<br />

out to be one of her brothers.<br />

Before the wedding, I would like to<br />

say “Keep God first in all that you<br />

do. Allow Him to be the Captain of<br />

your ship. During your marriage,<br />

you will experience some rough<br />

waters, and other times things<br />

will be smooth sailing. Keep God’s<br />

Grace and Mercy at the center of<br />

your hearts, and always have a<br />

forgiving heart so you can be<br />

victorious.<br />

I am Tasha’s younger brother,<br />

representing #7 on #TeamHawk.<br />

Tasha is indeed one of the best<br />

things to ever happen to me; one<br />

of the best sisters in the world.<br />

We might not talk to each other a<br />

lot but she is always there when<br />

I need her the most without<br />

question or hesitation. There has<br />

been many times that I was about<br />

to go to war with somebody and<br />

she would be the voice of reason.<br />

She didn’t always agree with me<br />

but she help me to understand<br />

how to look at things from another<br />

person point of view. “Tasha and<br />

Ivan, never give up on each no<br />

matter how hard it gets. What<br />

happens in your house is your<br />

business. You all have worked too<br />

hard on this for it to fail. Quitting<br />

is for losers, and you both are<br />

winners in my book. Much love<br />

and blessings.”<br />

Representing #6 on #TeamHawk<br />

, I am Tasha’s Handsomest,<br />

Coolest, Ultra Awesome Brother<br />

that is the Life of every party! I was<br />

asked to describe my relationship<br />

with my sister and I simply stated<br />

“how do you describe perfection?”<br />

Tasha has been the best sister a<br />

brother can have. Once I was in a<br />

tight situation and gave her a call<br />

and she didn’t hesitate to assist<br />

me. We always joke and laugh<br />

every time we talk. She gives me<br />

sound advice when needed and<br />

is never judgmental. She is pure<br />

perfection and that is why I am so<br />

happy for her! Before the wedding,<br />

I want to wish the both of you<br />

many years of a happy marriage!<br />

“By the size of that Rock on your<br />

finger, Sis you have you a winner<br />

and a keeper! Ivan, I look forward<br />

to getting to know you in the years<br />

to come. Blessings.”<br />

Our Strong Towers<br />

Dr. Theresa L. Bailey – Mother of the Bride<br />

Henry L. Harris – Father of the Bride<br />

Barbara Evans – Mother of the Groom<br />

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- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

JOHN HILBERT<br />

ASHLEIGH KATHLEAN IRV<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

CORVET JACKSON<br />

Ivan and I were introduced by<br />

a mutual friend, Cedric Poole.<br />

Soon thereafter, we became as<br />

close as brothers. Both athletic<br />

and competitive, we played<br />

basketball, football and softball<br />

together, and he was the only<br />

person that matched my intensity<br />

on the basketball court. We played<br />

hardcore softball and the name of<br />

our team was “TRUE.” Ivan and I<br />

were two of the main players for<br />

TRUE, and we took softball very<br />

seriously. We traveled all over<br />

playing softball, and our bond<br />

as brothers only grew stronger.<br />

Many miles have separated us<br />

but one thing is for certain, I<br />

will always have his back. Ivan<br />

“Congratulations, you deserve<br />

happiness. You’ve been a model<br />

father to your boys, and I’m glad<br />

you found someone that you love<br />

and to help balance out the rest of<br />

your life.”<br />

Tasha and I are cousins by blood<br />

but sisters by heart. Tasha would<br />

always visit on the weekends and<br />

stay with my parents during the<br />

summers. During her junior year,<br />

she moved to Natchez and lived<br />

with us. I always wanted to do<br />

the things that she did. I followed<br />

her around and tried to mirror her<br />

ways, which somehow resulted in<br />

her getting in trouble. I even moved<br />

to Tallahassee to attend her alma<br />

mater, Florida A&M University.<br />

Tasha has been very present in<br />

my life by offering advice, words<br />

of wisdom, or a helping hand.<br />

Since I’ve known Ivan, he has<br />

done the same. I look forward to<br />

gaining another brother. When<br />

together we always have a great<br />

time and I look forward to our<br />

annual summer vacations. Tasha<br />

and Ivan, I couldn’t be happier<br />

for you two as you embark on<br />

this next chapter together. I love,<br />

respect, and admire you both. I<br />

am elated to stand with you on<br />

your wedding day and celebrate<br />

your union. Everything won’t go<br />

as planned, but I hope you enjoy<br />

every moment.<br />

I am Tasha’s oldest sibling,<br />

representing #1 on #TeamHawk.<br />

She’s is my best friend, voice of<br />

reason, calm in my storm, and<br />

shoulder I lean on no matter the<br />

distance. Tasha reuniting with<br />

Ivan was a BLESS<strong>IN</strong>G, one that<br />

I’m glad to have witnessed from<br />

day one to now. This is truly a<br />

relationship ordained because<br />

only God can hold a relationship<br />

this strong across 3 states.<br />

He is their glue, and his grip is<br />

stronger than gorilla glue. I love<br />

these two, and YES, I am “All <strong>IN</strong>”.<br />

My fondest memory of Tasha is<br />

when Nathan Levi was born on<br />

May 14th (Ivan’s birthday). She<br />

remained calm until I told her my<br />

water had broken. She went into<br />

panic defense mode and made<br />

sure I made it to the hospital<br />

safely and swiftly. Tasha and Ivan,<br />

I love you all! Continue making<br />

each other a priority, never let the<br />

sun set without saying I Love You,<br />

and always kiss each other good<br />

night.<br />

The Elite<br />

Deloris Irving – Bride’s Aunt<br />

Maurice Irving – Bride’s Uncle<br />

Joyce Smith – Bride’s God Mother<br />

Rylander Jones – Bride’s God Mother<br />

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- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

MARSHALA LEE<br />

I’m Tasha’s little God Sister. We<br />

met at Piney Woods County<br />

Life School where our parents<br />

worked together. Tasha was<br />

my babysitter. Tasha and I<br />

have a sisterly bond that has<br />

remained strong throughout<br />

time and distance. We often go<br />

long periods of time without<br />

communicating, but we connect<br />

immediately once we come in<br />

contact with each other as if no<br />

time has passed. Tasha knows<br />

my family and me, and she can<br />

rationalize my craziness. I fondly<br />

remember all of the times that<br />

Tasha babysat me and allowed<br />

me to the little sister that tagged<br />

along with her and her friends. I<br />

enjoyed listening to her practice<br />

playing her saxophone and<br />

wearing her band uniform. Tasha<br />

and Ms. Theresa spoiled me and<br />

provided me with a comfortable<br />

second home. Tasha and Ivan, I<br />

wish you both much happiness<br />

and the best future. Thank you<br />

for giving me the faith to believe<br />

in love.<br />

WILLIAM FREDRICK<br />

MARSALIS, JR.<br />

Ivan and I met in 2009 through<br />

Dwayne Taylor at a Krewe of Mer<br />

social. I consider Ivan as my big<br />

brother. We have spent a lot of<br />

time together over the years,<br />

and I’m blessed to have met<br />

him. I later met Tasha in 2010<br />

at a conversation. We had so<br />

much fun laughing and talking<br />

at that night. When we were able<br />

to hangout again in New Orleans<br />

at the Essence Music Festival, it<br />

was much of the same. There are<br />

so many memories that Ivan and<br />

I have shared but just to name a<br />

few: the formation of the DDC,<br />

great rivalries shared in basketball<br />

and bowling, our guys trip to New<br />

Orleans with other close friends,<br />

and the fun times we had cooking<br />

at each other’s houses. I would<br />

like to say to Ivan, “Ensure that you<br />

both love each other as hard as<br />

you can, as long as you can, and<br />

as much as you can. Honor God<br />

by preserving your commitment<br />

to one another and never let that<br />

flame that burns deep extinguish.”<br />

TIM MONTGOMERY<br />

Tim and Ivan met in 1998 through<br />

a mutual friend Cedric Poole.<br />

Cedric invited me to his house<br />

to watch the game and hang out<br />

with the guys. Ivan was one of<br />

the guys there and we just hit<br />

it off. We always got together<br />

to cookout, watch sports and<br />

occasionally play sports. We were<br />

actively involved in basketball,<br />

flag football, and softball. Ivan is<br />

like one of my brother, so much<br />

that he has inherited my younger<br />

big brother Randal, as his own as<br />

well. We have so many memories<br />

from my time in Brookhaven,<br />

such as the time we were leaving<br />

Wendy’s and got stuck in the<br />

middle of the street after Ivan’s<br />

car stopped. That was definitely<br />

comical! Our life paths often have<br />

us in different parts of the globe,<br />

but our bond will never be broken.<br />

I have always been there for Ivan<br />

when in need. Tash and Ivan,<br />

Congratulations and I hope you all<br />

have a healthy and long marriage.<br />

Entourage in Waiting<br />

THERIA T. BAILEY<br />

Tasha’s only child<br />

<strong>IVAN</strong> EVANS, JR.<br />

Ivan’s oldest son<br />

DY-LAN EVANS<br />

Ivan’s youngest child<br />

BRIANNICA “BRI” REED<br />

Tasha’s niece<br />

THE VOWS MAGAZ<strong>IN</strong>E - 36 - JULY - 2016


- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

CAPRECIA MORTIMER<br />

AHSHLANDA “AHSH” MURPHY<br />

SHANDRECKA “DREKA” MURPHY<br />

I am Tasha’s God sister and<br />

longtime friend. I met Tasha in<br />

1996 through my sister Ahsh<br />

Murphy. Tasha and I have<br />

maintained a sisterly relationship.<br />

She is the Godmother to my two<br />

children Cahmauri and Cairyn.<br />

My fondest memory of Tasha<br />

and Ivan was the time Tasha,<br />

Ivan, Ahsh, my husband, Daryl<br />

and I went to New Orleans to the<br />

Essence Music Festival. We made<br />

so many memoires while there.<br />

For the wedding, I am one of the<br />

fierce Ladies in Red selected to<br />

be a part of The Entourage. Tasha<br />

and Ivan, Keep it spicy; I know y’all<br />

will!!!<br />

I am Tasha’s God sister and<br />

her “Ride or Die” friend. We<br />

met the summer of 1996 while<br />

working with her at The Movies<br />

at Governor Square Theater.<br />

Entering each other’s lives, it has<br />

truly been God sent. There are<br />

so many great moment I share<br />

with Tasha, but it would fill the<br />

entire magazine if I shared them<br />

all just know: #ISlay #WeSlay.<br />

The fondest memory I have with<br />

Tasha & Ivan is when we all went<br />

to New Orleans for the Essence<br />

Festival and stayed in a Historic<br />

Condo in the French Quarters. We<br />

hung out the entire weekend. We<br />

laughed and talked and just had<br />

a great time. For the wedding, I<br />

am Tasha’s Right Hand and one<br />

of the fierce ladies selected to<br />

be a part of The Entourage Red.<br />

Tasha and Ivan, A marriage is not<br />

50-50..Divorce is 50-50. Marriage<br />

has to be 100 -100! It isn’t dividing<br />

everything in half, but giving<br />

everything you’ve got!<br />

Tasha is family and I refer to<br />

Tasha as my “other sister”. Tasha<br />

and I share so many memories<br />

together and through our<br />

children. I will never forget on<br />

Theria’s eleventh birthday, Gerald<br />

Levert sadly passed away on.<br />

Once Tasha, received the news,<br />

she paused Theria’s party for a<br />

couple of hours and we all went<br />

to her house and had a moment<br />

of silence in the driveway. Tasha<br />

cried so much that day, she<br />

must’ve really had a bond with<br />

him. Tasha and Ivan, I am so<br />

happy that Tasha has found her<br />

Prince Charming! Ivan is so lucky<br />

to have met such a special loving<br />

and remarkable woman with<br />

endless endeavors. I wish you<br />

two happiness for the rest of your<br />

lives.<br />

TR<strong>IN</strong>ITY REED<br />

Tasha’s niece<br />

DEST<strong>IN</strong>EE REED<br />

Tasha’s niece<br />

CAHMAURY MURRAY<br />

The couple’s God-son<br />

CAIRYN MURRAY<br />

The couple’s God-daughter<br />

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- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

CARLA PROFICE-DAVIS<br />

LANCE KELV<strong>IN</strong> REED<br />

DESHANTRA “CANDI” REED<br />

Tasha and I have been friends<br />

since we met our freshman<br />

year at Alcorn State University.<br />

Whenever we get together there<br />

is never a dull moment. The<br />

fondest memory I have of Tasha<br />

is being lost and trying to navigate<br />

our way through Caesar’s Palace<br />

in search for Juno Gardens to<br />

attend Allison’s wedding. Long<br />

story short, Tasha ran up on<br />

Caesar, grabbed his arm and<br />

didn’t let go until he gave her<br />

directions. Needless to say, my<br />

husband and I weren’t the only<br />

ones giving Tasha the “You Don’t<br />

Touch Caesar” look. He and his<br />

guards were rendered speechless<br />

as well. Tasha and Ivan, Pray hard<br />

and Live Life!<br />

I met Ivan in 2004 when I moved<br />

back to Natchez. We were at<br />

Steve’s house, and I was trying<br />

to put together a coaching staff<br />

for the Natchez High School’s<br />

football team. Even though my<br />

relationship with Ivan began<br />

as colleagues, our relationship<br />

transformed into lifelong friends<br />

as well as fraternity brothers.<br />

We have been together through<br />

good and bad life altering events.<br />

We have seen each other grow<br />

as men, and we continue to<br />

help each other reach our goals<br />

in life both professionally and<br />

personally. Some of the fondest<br />

memories I have with Ivan are<br />

our accomplishments at Natchez<br />

High School with our players<br />

over the years: wins at Petal<br />

and beating number 1 ranked<br />

Meridian. We have had some<br />

classic trips and outings that I<br />

choose not to elaborate on!!! The<br />

one thing that I will say to Tasha<br />

and Ivan is to have each other’s<br />

back at all times. Continue to have<br />

fun together. Lastly, trust each<br />

other and most importantly, trust<br />

God. As one of the distinguished<br />

Men of the Entourage, my role is<br />

to do whatever he needs me to do.<br />

I’m here ready to roll!!<br />

The one thing that I will say to<br />

Tasha and Ivan is to have each<br />

other’s back at all times. Continue<br />

to have fun together. Lastly, trust<br />

each other and most importantly,<br />

trust God. (I know that is not just<br />

one thing. I do get long winded<br />

sometimes).<br />

I am Tasha’s oldest sister/cousin.<br />

Tasha and I have always been<br />

more like sisters than cousins. We<br />

were reared together and literally<br />

did everything together, most of<br />

our lives. The summers spent<br />

together in Natchez and Piney<br />

Woods were always the highlight<br />

of the year, next to Christmas and<br />

other holidays. I met Ivan when<br />

they began dating. Ivan is just<br />

one cool dude and is always laid<br />

back and down for whatever…with<br />

limits. During a family vacation in<br />

Destin we had a blast on our boat<br />

ride. We passed the Captain hat<br />

around and took turns navigating<br />

the waters, but Ivan didn’t want<br />

me to drive anymore after I got<br />

the boat stuck!<br />

Tasha and Ivan, HAVE FUN!!!<br />

Always love each other, pray often,<br />

date often, be great examples to<br />

the children and follow the God’s<br />

instruction for your marriage.<br />

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- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

EVELYN “SHAE” SMITH<br />

I am Tasha’s God-sister. Our<br />

relationship developed through<br />

my mother who is Tasha’s<br />

Godmother and her mother’s best<br />

friend. I don’t have a biological<br />

sister, but God definitely blessed<br />

me when he made Tasha a part<br />

of my life as my God-sister.<br />

Some of my fondest memories<br />

with Tasha include spending<br />

summers in Tallahassee with her<br />

and my Godmother Theresa and<br />

attending family events such as<br />

parties, graduations, reunions,<br />

and etc. There is rarely a family<br />

occasion that we do not celebrate<br />

together. Tasha and Ivan, I wish<br />

you all much love, happiness, and<br />

success in your marriage. I pray<br />

that God continues to bless you<br />

guys individually and collectively<br />

as you guys embark on the<br />

journey of marriage together.<br />

CARMETHA THOMPSON<br />

Alhough Tasha is my cousin, we<br />

grew up like sisters. When growing<br />

up, Candi, Tasha, and I were the<br />

three amigos plus our cousin<br />

Eric Bailey. Candi once told us a<br />

t car air conditioner vent. Their<br />

job was to sing and talk to us. So<br />

one day, Tasha and I decided to<br />

feed the people inside the vents<br />

French fries, surely they had to<br />

be hungry after singing non-stop.<br />

Again, Candi tells us another story<br />

about the American Broadcast<br />

System...”this is just a test”. She<br />

told us that we should always<br />

keep quiet whenever it aired on<br />

TV, because the people inside<br />

the television were listening to<br />

everything we said. So whenever<br />

we would hear it, the two of us<br />

paused in our steps and because<br />

we didn’t want the people to hear<br />

what we were saying. I share so<br />

many fond memories with Tasha<br />

from double teaming Candi, to<br />

playing church, taking trips, and<br />

getting whippings together. Tasha<br />

and Ivan, Remember to have fun!<br />

NICOLE “NIKKI” WILSON<br />

A college friend of Tasha Bailey,<br />

we met in 1996 when crossed<br />

paths at the Governors’ Square<br />

Movie Theater. Tasha and I have<br />

always been able to talk, laugh<br />

and have fun. One day at work,<br />

Tasha and I were walking down<br />

the hall in the movie theater. We<br />

both had our eyes on some lost<br />

money on the ground. Without<br />

saying a word to each other about<br />

the lost treasure, we both begin to<br />

walk very quickly. Before we knew<br />

it, we both dove for the funds on<br />

the floor. We grabbed it at the<br />

same time, and for a few seconds,<br />

we laughed and kind of sort of<br />

wrestled for it. However, after<br />

realizing that wrestling match<br />

was going nowhere, we decided<br />

to split the money 50-50. I still<br />

have that carpet burn. Tasha and<br />

Ivan, Keep God at the core of your<br />

marriage. He is that third string. If<br />

you all ever have issues with each<br />

other or need guidance, seek Him<br />

and allow Him to order your steps.<br />

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- THE ENTOURAGE -<br />

TREY WOODARD<br />

Ivan and I started out as simply<br />

co-workers in 2004, but our<br />

relationship eventually grew past<br />

that. Our football coaching staff<br />

became brothers. We all grew<br />

up together as coaches and as<br />

men while working at NHS. I<br />

think we would all agree, we are<br />

much better together than apart.<br />

There are several great memories<br />

I have with Ivan. The funniest<br />

was in Vicksburg, MS during our<br />

second year as coaches. The<br />

Vicksburg game was tied, and<br />

we were watching a PAT attemptwith<br />

hands held and standing<br />

way to close for straight men to<br />

stand together-praying for him<br />

to make it. Then he missed it! In<br />

reality those ten years with Ivan<br />

and the other guys are ten of the<br />

best of my life. My final words to<br />

Ivan before he says, “I Do” are, “I<br />

hope you find the success in your<br />

life, professionally and personally,<br />

that you deserve.”<br />

ALEX<strong>IN</strong>E “Z<strong>IN</strong>E” WRIGHT<br />

While in elementary, I became<br />

acquainted with Ivan because<br />

people thought he was my twin<br />

brother. I later met Tasha during<br />

our eleventh grade year at Natchez<br />

High School when “sized up the<br />

new girl” that joined our basketball<br />

team. Our senior year, Tasha<br />

didn’t play for health reasons but<br />

served as a manager (who would<br />

instruct the other managers<br />

to fill our coolers with shower<br />

water). Tasha, the girls, and I have<br />

experienced so much together:<br />

the births of our children, our<br />

college graduations, weddings,<br />

shut down of clubs, our children’s’<br />

graduations, etc. I reconnected<br />

with Ivan when we became<br />

employed as teachers and<br />

coaches at NHS. Tasha and Ivan,<br />

“Marriage does not guarantee you<br />

will be together forever; it is only<br />

paper. It takes love, respect, trust,<br />

understanding, compromises<br />

(not your identity and not your<br />

soul), friendship, and faith in your<br />

relationship and in each other to<br />

make it last.” Lastly, “Marriage is<br />

being able to bug the hell out of<br />

one person for the rest of your life<br />

and still love that person with your<br />

heart and soul.’”<br />

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Scorpion & the Bull<br />

People born on May 14th often put a<br />

lot of effort into their relationship and<br />

are the first to blame themselves if<br />

something goes wrong. Prone to mood<br />

swings, they thrive best with a partner<br />

who respects their need for freedom<br />

but who can also share their interests<br />

and keep them mentally active.<br />

Relationships are deep and intense<br />

for people born on November 14th,<br />

and trust means everything to them.<br />

It may take a while to give that trust,<br />

but once they do they love forever,<br />

sometimes even when the trust<br />

is betrayed. They are attracted to<br />

dramatic and intelligent people like<br />

While playing<br />

this game called<br />

life, we became<br />

Hall of Fame<br />

lovers<br />

Source: Cheung, Theresa. (2007). The Element Encyclopedia of Birthdays. India. HarperCollinsPublishers.<br />

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themselves, who can inspire them to<br />

be more expressive and original than<br />

they already.<br />

The Taurus man and Scorpio woman<br />

are opposites in many ways so they are<br />

drawn to each other. It’s a combination<br />

of an individual who loves the intuitive,<br />

psychic senses with a person who<br />

negotiates life through the five concrete<br />

senses. When Taurus and Scorpio<br />

come together in a love affair, their<br />

union is nothing if not intense.<br />

The Scorpio woman is soulful,<br />

mysterious and extremely passionate.<br />

She’s a very private woman, but<br />

something about the manly Taurus<br />

man hits all the right buttons, and for<br />

him, she will open up like never before.<br />

The Taurus man is a straightforward<br />

and down to earth kind of a guy, but<br />

the Scorpio woman’s depths intrigue<br />

and fascinate him. For the Scorpio<br />

woman, the Taurus man is prepared<br />

to take a walk on the wild side – and<br />

she quickly becomes addictive for him.<br />

Scorpio and Taurus sense each other<br />

as missing pieces they’ve searched for<br />

all their lives.<br />

once they have tested each other out<br />

and feel sure they will stay. Scorpio and<br />

Taurus together form the basis of all<br />

love relationships — love and passion.<br />

Although Taurus men move slowly<br />

towards commitment, when they do<br />

forge a bond, they want it to be lasting<br />

and serious. Scorpio woman will value<br />

the depth and integrity of a love match<br />

with Taurus. These two Signs are so<br />

strongly loyal to each other.<br />

What’s the best aspect of the Taurus-<br />

Scorpio relationship? The Taurus<br />

Scorpio pair believe in the sanctity of<br />

marriage. This Scorpio and Taurus<br />

compatibility promise great sex, loyalty<br />

and reliable commitment. They are one<br />

of the better matches in the Zodiac.<br />

This is a relationship that can last long<br />

term. Water and Earth symbols go well<br />

together.<br />

In a way, they feel like mirrors for one<br />

another. They can combine to make<br />

a whole, each partner’s strengths<br />

balancing the other’s weaknesses.<br />

There is an easy bond that develops and<br />

the two quickly become confidantes.<br />

Friends and relatives will only be let in<br />

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The Zodiac<br />

MARCH 20 –<br />

APRIL 19<br />

APRIL 20 -<br />

MAY 20<br />

MAY 21 -<br />

JUNE 20<br />

Aries<br />

The best offense is a good<br />

defense.<br />

Go for what you want now.<br />

It’s easier to ask for<br />

forgiveness than to get<br />

permission.<br />

Taurus<br />

What exists now will last<br />

forever.<br />

If I don’t watch out for<br />

myself, nobody else will.<br />

Patience is a virtue that<br />

everyone should have.<br />

Gemini<br />

You can’t hit a moving<br />

target.<br />

Out of sight, out of mind.<br />

Anything can be figured<br />

out or explained.<br />

JUNE 21 -<br />

JULY 22<br />

JULY 23 -<br />

AUGUST 22<br />

AUGUST 23 -<br />

SEPTEMBER 22<br />

Cancer<br />

Only one person can meet<br />

my needs.<br />

If I wait long enough,<br />

someone will rescue me.<br />

Family are the only ones<br />

you can rely upon.<br />

Leo<br />

You’re nobody until<br />

somebody loves you.<br />

Laugh and the world<br />

laughs with you; cry and<br />

you cry alone.<br />

All the world is a stage.<br />

Virgo<br />

I must never fall short of<br />

perfection.<br />

Everything needs to be<br />

improved or fixed…by me.<br />

A place for everything and<br />

everything has a place.<br />

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SEPTEMBER 23 –<br />

OCTOBER 22<br />

OCTOBER 23 -<br />

NOVEMBER 21<br />

NOVEMBER 21-<br />

DECEMBER 21<br />

Libra<br />

I am not whole without a<br />

partner.<br />

It is important to be in<br />

harmony with others.<br />

Show me your friends and<br />

I’ll tell you who you are.<br />

Scorpio<br />

An eye for an eye is the<br />

real world.<br />

All or nothing, there is no<br />

in between.<br />

I’ll disclose what I want<br />

you to know.<br />

Sagittarius<br />

Seize the day.<br />

Bigger is better.<br />

Don’t worry; be happy.<br />

DECEMBER 22 -<br />

JANUARY 19<br />

JANUARY 20 -<br />

FEBRUARY 18<br />

FEBRUARY 19 -<br />

MARCH 20<br />

Capricorn<br />

If you want it done right,<br />

do it yourself.<br />

All things worth doing<br />

should be done well.<br />

Don’t trust anyone too<br />

much.<br />

Aquarius<br />

One for all and all for one.<br />

The world’s perception of<br />

me is important.<br />

I need to keep my focus of<br />

being independent.<br />

Pieces<br />

If I ignore you, it’ll blow<br />

over.<br />

Discretion is the better<br />

part of valor.<br />

Nothing is forever.<br />

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MARRIAGE COMMITMENT PLEDGE<br />

WE, HUSBAND AND WIFE TOGETHER, ACKNOWLEDGE THE<br />

OVERWHELM<strong>IN</strong>G EVIDENCE THAT MARRIED ADULTS ARE<br />

HAPPIER, HEALTHIER AND WEALTHIER. THEY LIVE LONGER,<br />

SLEEP BETTER, ARE MORE PRODUCTIVE ON THE JOB, AND HAVE<br />

BETTER SEX THAN S<strong>IN</strong>GLES. WE BELIEVE <strong>IN</strong> THE SANCTITY<br />

OF MARRIAGE, DECLARE OUR MUTUAL COMMITMENT TO ONE<br />

ANOTHER, AND PLEDGE TO STAY MARRIED FOR LIFE. WE WILL<br />

WORK TO KEEP OUR RELATIONSHIP VIBRANT AND GROW<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

DUR<strong>IN</strong>G THE VARIOUS STAGES OF OUR LIVES TOGETHER ACROSS<br />

THE YEARS.<br />

WE BELIEVE THAT LOVE IS A DECISION, NOT A FEEL<strong>IN</strong>G. IT IS OUR<br />

RESPONSIBILITY TO LOVE EACH OTHER UNCONDITION<strong>ALL</strong>Y. IF<br />

THERE ARE TIMES WHEN THE FEEL<strong>IN</strong>GS OF LOVE AND AFFECTION<br />

ARE NOT PRESENT, WE EACH PROMISE TO CONT<strong>IN</strong>UE TO MAKE<br />

A DECISION DAILY TO LOVE OUR SPOUSE UNTIL THE FEEL<strong>IN</strong>GS<br />

OF LOVE RETURN. WE PLEDGE TO CONTACT OUR PASTOR,<br />

MARRIAGE COACHES/MENTORS, OR A MARRIAGE COUNSELOR<br />

BEFORE WE EVER SEPARATE, MOVE OUT, OR FILE FOR DIVORCE.<br />

AS A PUBLIC COMMITMENT TO OUR MARRIAGE, WE FREELY AND<br />

OPENLY DISCLOSE OUR <strong>IN</strong>TENTIONS.<br />

THEREFORE, WE DO HEREBY VOW AND MAKE A PLEDGE THAT<br />

WE WILL REMA<strong>IN</strong> FAITHFUL TO ONE ANOTHER <strong>IN</strong> THOUGHT AND<br />

DEED , AND THAT WE WILL STAY MARRIED FOR RICHER, POORER,<br />

<strong>IN</strong> SICKNESS AND <strong>IN</strong> HEALTH, AND WILL LOVE AND CHERISH ONE<br />

ANOTHER FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES.<br />

Provided courtesy of Live the Life Ministries, Inc. It is<br />

illegal to reproduce this material in any way without<br />

permission from Live the Life Ministries, Inc.<br />

<strong>IVAN</strong> & <strong>NATASHA</strong><br />

JULY 14, 2016<br />

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CHAPTER ONE<br />

THE MEET UP<br />

SAY YES FLOETRY<br />

I WANNA BE DOWN REMIX BRANDI,<br />

COME OVER AALIYAH<br />

HANDS TIED TONI BRAXTON<br />

THE HIATUS<br />

CLIMAX USHER<br />

I NEED LOVE LL COOL J<br />

LET IT GO EVE<br />

LOSE MYSELF MARSHA AMBROSIA<br />

MAK<strong>IN</strong>G UP<br />

FEEN<strong>IN</strong> JODECI<br />

MIRRORS JUST<strong>IN</strong> TIMBERLAKE<br />

TRIPP<strong>IN</strong> TONI BRAXTON<br />

SWEAT TONI BRAXTON<br />

TALK IT OUT GEARLD LEVERT<br />

THEIR JO<br />

SOUND<br />

CHAPTE<br />

BE<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

YOU GOT IT B<br />

DISTANT LOVER<br />

I’D RATHER BE WITH<br />

I GET SO LONELY<br />

MOMENT O<br />

I BELONG TO<br />

BEST <strong>IN</strong> ME M<br />

WITHOUT YO<br />

LET IT BURN JAZ<br />

THE DIS<br />

IT WOULD BE YO<br />

IT WOULD BE YO<br />

CHAPTER FOUR<br />

THE PROPOSAL<br />

ONE AND ONLY ADELE<br />

REAL LOVE ERIC BENET<br />

SORRY FOR THE WAIT 2 LIL WAYNE<br />

MARR<strong>IN</strong>G YOUR BEST FRIEND<br />

NOTH<strong>IN</strong>G EVEN MATTERS-LAURYN HILL<br />

WHOA JAHEIM<br />

FEEL GOOD JAM<br />

ADORN MIGUEL<br />

AMAZ<strong>IN</strong>G ANTHONY HAMILTON<br />

CROWN ROYAL JILL SCOTT<br />

MAN WHO HAS EVERYTH<strong>IN</strong>G MONICA<br />

CHAPTE<br />

THE TU<br />

YOU CHANGED<br />

FOOL FOR Y<br />

THE ONE<br />

THIS ONE’S FOR ME<br />

JULY<br />

OVER & OVER AGA<br />

AMAZ<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

THE FU<br />

YOU & I JOH<br />

4EVER MORE AN<br />

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URNEY<br />

TRACK<br />

R TWO<br />

APART<br />

AD USHER<br />

MARV<strong>IN</strong> GAYE<br />

YOU LEELA JAMES<br />

JANET JACKSON<br />

F TURTH<br />

YOU ROME<br />

ARV<strong>IN</strong> SAPP<br />

U MONICA<br />

M<strong>IN</strong>E SULL<strong>IVAN</strong><br />

TANCE<br />

U TREY SONGZ<br />

U JOHNNY GILL<br />

CHAPTER THREE<br />

THE ROLE<br />

MR. TOO DAMN GOOD GERALD LEVERT<br />

PLEASE TONI BRAXTON<br />

SPECIAL FEEL<strong>IN</strong>G<br />

SUPERSTAR USHER<br />

DIFFERENCES G<strong>IN</strong>UW<strong>IN</strong>E<br />

WHAT’S GOOD TONI BRAXTION<br />

PRETTIEST GIRL TAMAR<br />

SPECIAL SONG<br />

THEY DON’T KNOW JON B<br />

SEXY LOVE NE-YO<br />

THAT MAN AD<strong>IN</strong>A HOWARD`<br />

R FIVE<br />

RN UP<br />

ME JAMIE FOXX<br />

OU CEE-LO<br />

TAMAR<br />

& YOU JOHNNY GILL<br />

14TH<br />

<strong>IN</strong> NATHAN SYKES<br />

MONICA<br />

TURE<br />

N LEGEND<br />

THONY DAVID<br />

BONUS TRACKS<br />

BEST NIGH OF MY LIFE JAMIE FOXX<br />

FIRE & DESIRE RICK JAMES & TEENA MARIE<br />

PO<strong>IN</strong>T OF IT <strong>ALL</strong> ANTHONY HAMILTON<br />

MADE TO LOVE YA GERALD LEVERT<br />

SO <strong>IN</strong> LOVE ANTHONY HAMILTON & JILL SCOTT<br />

FIRE WE MAKE ALICIA KEYS AND MAXWELL<br />

EVERY MOMENT JODECI<br />

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anyone but<br />

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La Onda Banquet Hall #1<br />

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Supercenters<br />

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Target<br />

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CVS Pharmacy<br />

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Medical Center<br />

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THANK<br />

YOU<br />

IVA N&<strong>NATASHA</strong><br />

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