The Meet Cute : Talk about a cheesy love story : Both servers at the Cheesecake Factory , Carlos decided to take a chance and ask out his coworker , and Latisha , in turn , decided to take a chance on him . Their date at the Rooftop at the Providence G lasted more than six hours . “ It felt like we knew each other ,” Latisha recalls . “ It ’ s a cliche saying , but when you know , you know . You know ?”
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The Engagement : Following eight years of watching and helping each other grow , the couple bought a house and had a son together , Carlos James . During a pre-Christmas brunch with their loved ones , “ Carlos decided to do a toast to celebrate our families being together for the holidays . Or so I thought ,” Latisha says . “ Triumph ” — a song that Carlos once promised Latisha would be their proposal song — began playing . “ He was so emotional , he could barely spit it out ,” she recalls . “ He dropped to one knee and I replied ‘ Obviously !’ The moment was so special as everyone toasted their flutes in the air , all while our one-yearold son was screaming in the background — a moment I ' ll never forget .”
The Venue : Latisha and Carlos love themselves a good earthy vibe , and Five Bridge Inn , with its natural greenery and homey , rustic barn , fit the bill . “ The venue was natural and luminous … just like our love !” Latisha says . She also praises the inn ’ s owner and venue coordinator for helping the couple to remain calm throughout the madness of planning and the day itself .
The Highlights : The big day was made even more memorable with its personal , intimate atmosphere . “ We wrote our own vows , which we both found incredibly easy to do and it really made the ceremony momentous ,” Latisha says . “ Seeing each other so happy and in love made the wedding feel so right . And the vendors were amazing ; they went above and beyond making the ambiance so romantic and beautiful .”
The Advice : “ We highly recommend a smaller brunch wedding ,” the couple says . “ You get to have all the perks of a beautiful wedding for a fraction of the cost . Having a more intimate wedding allows you to splurge on the details , like an engraved ring box , the dress of your dreams , and all the other forever keepsakes !”
The Details
Ceremony , Reception and Catering : Five Bridge Inn , Rehoboth , MA
Desserts : Seed & Soul
Hair and Makeup : DIY hair ; makeup done by friend Brittany
Bridal Attire : David ’ s Bridal
Groom ’ s Attire : Men ’ s Wearhouse
Florals : A Bushel and a Peck Floral Shop , Cranston
Decor : Lovely Occasions
Officiant : Weddings by Caren
Ceremony Music : Dan Greaves Music
Reception Entertainment : DJ D-ROCC
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