Mara & Malcolm

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Saturday May 2, 2020

Memphis, TN, USA

Story

In 2005, Mara moved from Montgomery, Alabama to Grenada, Mississippi as a freshman in high school. Fast forward to April 2006, she was invited to a birthday dinner at a local restaurant called Jack and Rips. Mara was still considered the "new girl" so she didn’t know a lot of the upperclassman. Mara states, “I remember it so vividly. I was standing at the hostess stand waiting to be seated at the birthday dinner. I was super early because my parents dropped me off, and in walks this guy with smooth chocolate skin, and pretty white teeth. I was so nervous and embarrassed I don’t even think I spoke when I saw him LOL.” They didn’t exchange too many words at the dinner, but after spending about an hour admiring her Malcolm told his friends, “that's going to be my girlfriend.” Malcolm states, "I saw Mara around school before the dinner. She was the new girl so of course everyone was talking about her. I just wanted to get to know her. She was cute, but I wanted to know her." They connected on Facebook a few months later and exchanged phone numbers. After four months, Mara finally agreed to be his girlfriend.

Over the years, they have faced the ups and downs of life, and have successfully transitioned from children to young adults — together. On February 16, 2019, while celebrating his little sister's 21st birthday in Miami, Florida, Malcolm made the next move and asked Mara to be his wife. Without a moment of hesitation Mara said, “of course.”

Malcolm and Mara thank each of you for the part you have played in their life rather big or small. On May 2, 2020, they ask that you to join them in celebrating their big day.
1 Corinthians 13:4

Tidbits

How did you first meet?

See Our Story!

Who made the first move? How?

He made the first move when he added me on Facebook. We talked through messenger and finally exchanged numbers. We talked on the phone for HOURS!

Where are you going for your honeymoon?

Amsterdam!

What's the best meal you have eaten together?

Anything that we cook together :)

What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?

Hard to say. We travel a lot for work purposes. Miami was pretty dope, but Austin and Dallas Texas was fun!

Schedule

Travel

Plane

Getting In

If you plan to fly, we recommend flying into Memphis International Airport!

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Moving around Memphis!

Memphis is a busy city and traffic can be bad! We recommend you leave early to your desired destination. Especially on the day of the wedding :)

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Visit one of our favorite restaurants while in the city of Memphis

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Q & A

For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!

Is the wedding still on for May 2, 2020?

With heavy hearts, we have made the decision to postpone due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please check our website for more information.

Whom should I call with questions?

Shioka Birmingham (Maid of Honor) 334 312-0586 OR toppswedding2020@gmail.com
Marlene Smith (Mother of the Bride) 662 229-8063

Wedding Party

Shioka Birmingham

Maid of Honor

Shikia Chapman-Long

Bridesmaid

Hollie O'Neal

Bridesmaid

Althia Topps

Bridesmaid

Breanna McDade

Bridesmaid

Paisley McDade

Flower Girl

Jawan Elliot

Best Man

Marcus Smith, Jr

Groomsman

Lamar  Savage

Groomsman

Anthony Topps, Jr

Groomsman

Mandella Topps

Groomsman

Cameron Topps

Ring Bearer

Registry

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