Alexia Nichole Ealey & Omar Shariff Jackson

November 1, 2025 – Dothan

“Omar and I first met during a group trip to Los Angeles in 2022, and little did we know that our friendship would blossom into a relationship full of love and adventure. Fast forward to 2024, and Omar proposed to me on a beautiful beach in San Pedro, Belize. It was a birthday weekend celebration, and we travel together often, so I had no idea what he had planned. He had arranged for our waiter to record the moment. The engagement took me by complete surprise. We never even looked for rings together. He took a photo of my hand months earlier, and took it to Reed’s Jewelers to ensure the ring would fit perfectly, and it did! I was completely caught off guard, and my emotions were all over the place – happy, shocked, and excited all at once.” – Alexia

Advice From the Bride

“When planning your wedding, remember that it’s a celebration of your love and commitment to each other. Make sure your day is truly a reflection of who you are as a couple. Do not feel pressured to follow tradition or conform to what’s currently trendy. Instead, focus on making the day truly yours, and consider adding a first look to your timeline. This intimate moment will allow you to connect with each other before the ceremony, and it’s a memory you’ll treasure forever. Our first look was the best part of our wedding day.” – Alexia