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018 Allow me to reintroduce myself…

Well, I guess it was time for a refresh and reset as I begin this new chapter. Ya girl got married!

September 25, 2025 (09.25.25) is now one of my most cherished days. I had the great honor to marry my best friend. We were surrounded by our loved ones at my dream venue, with more magic, love, and joy than I could ever express. Two months in, and it still feels like yesterday. Planning was a journey, but that morning while I wrote my vows, nothing else mattered but us. And after the rollercoaster that was the week leading up to the big day. It was perfect, and I am forever grateful.

So allow me to reintroduce myself, it’s “AB” now, and I am so excited for this journey we are on. And the cool nickname, of course.

Here are some of my favorite moments from our weekend of love.

Shoutout to my amazing team for making my dreams come true!

Wedding Planner – @birdofparasideevents by Tiffanie

Photography – @hanagonzalezphoto by Monica

Hair – @olayhair by Olaitin Olay

MAU – @badgalstudio by Emily

Venue – @mtwashingtonmilldyehouse in Baltimore, MD

001 – The BE of it All

Have you ever been told to define yourself? The older I get the more I find society, people and life just seem to try to put me in a box. With getting older I have decided to break that. This year I am going to BE everything and nothing if I want. BE creative, BE self-aware, BE a student and an educator, BE a writer, BE uninspired, BE multicultural, BE tired, BE me! I don’t have to be one thing to fit in to anyone’s box. And with this newfound grace and growth mind set, I have a different outlook. What better way to share the journey then to bring you along for the ride?

So welcome to Being Ande Mari. Here is my lifestyle blog where I will share parts of my BEing with you. Join me, it is going to BE MAGICAL!

XX Ande Mari