Nydia & Terrance
~ Est. July 11, 2015 ~

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A Story About Love

The Couple

February 2013

It's a typical day at work, which means I have a gchat window open in the background of my computer. I start chatting with a long-time friend (Brittney) who casually mentions that she has a friend in DC who I should meet. To quote Brittney, she's "cute and has a nice body." Those sound like impecable qualifications, and after a few google searches, her resume is confirmed. I agree to a "virtual meeting," although I have zero expections.

March 2013

Terrance has had my number for several months (weeks really, but who's counting?) but has failed to call me. This is unacceptable. I hope he doesn't think his generic, sporadic, texts are sufficient. I'm puzzled as to why Brittney ever bothered mentioning this guy to me. #OnToTheNextOne

April 2013

I'm in DC visiting some friends. Although Nydia lives here, she's out of town doing some AKA thing. Oh well. It sure would be nice if this Nydia person--who I've already invested 8 text messages in--was around.

It's now Sunday, my last day in the District. Nydia texts me: "I'm back in town." Hmm... My flight leaves out of BWI in about 2 hours, so that doesn't leave too many options. I do have one idea though: "So... This might sound random, but can you give me a ride to the airport?"

June 2013

I'm telling all my friends that I've met my husband! All it took was the best first conversation ever. And to think, when he asked me for a ride to the airport, I almost told him "umm... I'm not a cab driver." Thank God I listened to that nagging voice (divine intervention) telling me to just do it!

We just had our first official date, AND we're going to see each other again next month. I wonder when he's officially going to ask me to be his girlfriend. #SummerOfLove

August 2013

Terrance is moving to DC!!! We're meant to be.

August 2013

I'm moving to DC!!! You only live once.

It's our second day in Greece--we arrived at the port of Mykonos Island around sunset. My nerves are shot! I know I'm going to propose and I let the perfect moment pass. Unfortunately, I couldn't unwrap the ring in my pocket from the 12 layers of tape I hid it in. We're now headed back to the car after a night of food, drinks and fun. It's now or never. (And by "never," I mean "tomorrow.") And with the ring unwrapped (finally), I'm ready to make my move.

Terrance is acting suspicious. And his hand has been in his pocket for most of the night. "Hey Terrance, did I feel something round in your pocket when I bumped into you?" He's playing dumb, but something is definitely up. He never acts this obtuse. I wonder if there's something he wants to ask me...

OMG!!! Terrance just asked me to marry him. Of course, I said YES. #HePutARingOnIt

August 2014

"Let's stop by the port again; I want to get one more picture with the water in the background." Although it's pitch black out, I can't think of another reason to get Nydia alone. I tell Nydia that I've loved her since I met her and that it's "well-established" (inside joke) that we're going to spend the rest of our lives together, get down on one knee, and ask her to marry me.

"Like a cliché love story, I’ve known Nydia was 'the one' since our first date. God has blessed me with the most loving, generous and kind person I’ve ever met. Since Nydia entered my life, I haven’t gone a day without smiling. And now, I can't imagine my life without her. Nydia is my confidant, my best friend and my sunshine on a cloudy day. I'm so looking forward to spending the rest of my life with her."

~Terrance

"Terrance (more affectionately known as love muffin) is the man I prayed about. He's loving, thoughtful, intelligent, humble, and understands me. Terrance is my best friend and the love of my life, always challenging and strengthening me. Without a doubt, God answered my prayers when he brought Terrance and me together. I look forward to a lifetime of love as husband and wife. "

~Nydia

Venue

Ceremony

Holy Rosary Church

595 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC

4:00 pm

If possible, please use Uber or a taxi, especially if you are local or traveling from a local hotel. Otherwise, there is plenty of street parking in the area on G St, F St, E St, 3rd St and 4th. Unofortunately, no garages will be open in the vicinity of the church.

Reception

National Museum of Women in the Arts

1250 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC

6:00 pm

The Church is approximately one mile away from the Museum. If you are driving, two nearby garages are available for parking:

Quickpark - 1001 G St NW ($18)

PMI - 1325 G St NW ($16)

The Wedding Venue

Accommodations

Accommations

Sofitel Washington, DC - Lafayette Square

806 15th Street NW, Washington, DC, 20005

Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square offers exclusive luxury accommodations in the nation's capital. Discover Sofitel's art de vivre within this elegant hotel marked by distinctive style, superb cuisine and incomparable service. Enjoy the best of everything in DC at this downtown hotel situated at the corner of Lafayette Square bordering the White House.

To make a reservation and receive the discounted rate, you may either email James.Acquino@Sofitel.com or call 202.730.8888, and mention the "Pouyes/Mebane Wedding."

All reservations must be made on or before June 10, 2015.

http://www.SofitelWashingtonDC.com

Price: $179 per night

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The District

Hilton Garden Inn

815 14th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20005

The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown hotel is centrally located and is walking distance to the White House, the US Capitol, Smithsonian museums, the Washington, DC Convention Center, Embassy Row and numerous other attractions. The hotel is located across the street from the McPherson Square Metro station and is only four miles from Ronald Reagan National Airport.

To make a reservation and receive the discounted rate, you may either book online by clicking the link below and using group code "PMW," or call 1.800.471.6153 and mention the "Pouyes/Mebane Wedding."

All reservations must be made on or before June 10, 2015.

http://www.WashingtonDCDowntown.HGI.com

Price: $129 - $149 per night

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Washington, DC

Three major airports service the Washington, DC area: Ronal Reagan National Airport (DCA), Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), and Dulles International Airport (IAD). For more information, click the button below.

Union Station is the central Amtrak train station in Washington, DC. For traveling within DC, Maryland and Virginia, the Metro is available. For more information, click the button below.

Washington, DC is accessible via several major highways. If you plan to drive, please remember that parking can often be expensive. For driving directions, click the button below.

Eat & Drink

1835 18th St NW

Washington, DC 20009

Rasika

633 D St NW

Washington, DC 20004

Busboys and Poets

1025 5th St NW

Washington, DC 20001

Matchbox

713 H St NW

Washington, DC 20001

Founding Farmers

1924 Pennsylvania Ave NW

Washington, DC 20006

Graffiato

706 6th St NW

Washington, DC 20001

Shop

Fashion Centre at Pentagon City

The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City offers a world-class shopping experience and features more than 170 stores and restaurants, including Macy's, Nordstrom, Ann Taylor, Apple, and Armani Exchange.

Tanger Outlets

Tanger Outlets National Harbor/Washington, DC offers outlet shopping at your favorite name brand and designer factory outlet stores where you can find great deals.

Georgetown

Shoppers of all ages can play “dress up” in Georgetown with one-of-a-kind finds from the neighborhood’s over 150 fashion specialty stores including unique local boutiques and well-known international brands. From preppy to cutting-edge, casual to elegant, the vast array of retailers in Georgetown offers something to suit every style and taste.

Visit

The National Mall

At the heart of the nation's capital, the National Mall and Memorial Parks is home to over nine iconic structures and rich history.

Smithsonian Museums

The Smithsonian Institution—the world’s largest museum —includes 19 museums and galleries, the majority of which are free.

U.S. Capital Building

The U.S. Capitol Building is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. It has housed the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives for over two centuries.

National Harbor

National Harbor is a 300-acre waterfront development on the shores of the Potomac River in Prince George's County, Maryland just south of DC, near the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.

Registry

REGISTRY

To have our friends and family there to celebrate with us is more than gift enough. (We mean it!) With that said, if you feel led to give, we ask that you contribute to our honeymoon via PayPal or Bank of America, or consider one of the suggestions in our registry.

-The (Future) Mr. and Mrs.