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Home • Love & Sex

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua

Carlisha and Joshua celebrate their timeless love by staging their playful engagement photo shoot in four different decades. (Yes, he's wearing a Michael Jackson red leather Thriller jacket!)
By Charli Penn · Updated October 28, 2020
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100 Percent Compatible

Miami couple, Carlisha 25, and Joshua, 28, were made for each other. They first crossed paths at a social event. They swapped Words With Friends usernames so they could play a game or two. Joshua admired Carlisha’s passion for sports, and she was intrigued by his “deep” philosophies. They were on a real date before they knew what happened, and a year and a half later he was popping the question on a romantic cruise.  Their big day is next week. Share their love!

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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An Authentic Love

When it came time to shoot the vintage portion of their themed engagement session, Carlisha and Joshua didn’t skip a single detail. We just adore her high hair, pretty pearls and that train station backdrop.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Sweet Memories

“I am most looking forward to building a life filled with wonderful memories with Joshua,” Carlisha shares.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Almost There

Carlisha and Joshua’s wedding day is only a week away.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Symbol of Love

“My engagement ring is the best gift he ever got me,” says Carlisha. “Not because of the bling, but because of what it stands for.”

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Never Go to Bed Angry

“I knew Joshua was the one when one night he had to be at work at 5:45 in the morning, and he came to my house at 1 a.m. to settle a disagreement we were having,” says Carlisha. “His commitment to our relationship was the first sign to me that he was meant for me. Over the course of our relationship, he has proved over and over how committed he is to us.”

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Fierce, Fun and Fabulous

Next up: the 70s! Carlisha, we love, love, love that hair.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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How Sweet It Is to be Loved By You

Joshua has done many sweet things for his love Carlisha, but one of the gestures she most remembers was the time when he cooked her a five-course meal for Valentine’s Day.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Starting Out On the Right Foot

“We were really comfortable with each other from the very start,” Carlisha confessed.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Discover My Love

For fun, Carlisha and Joshua like to discover local restaurants together and rate them.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Moves Like Mike

Surgical resident Joshua sure does a mean MJ impression. Hit the “like” button if you love his moves and that authentic Thriller jacket.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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A Timeless Love

“Our theme is timeless love, and it’s a mix of traditional and modern flare,” says Carlisha when describing their upcoming wedding. They enlisted the help of Virtuous Creations to help them pull it all off without a hitch.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Made for Me

Carlisha tells us that her husband-to-be is a very kind and patient man. “He’s perfect for me,” she gushes.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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The Perfect Couple

When we see photogenic duo Carlisha and Joshua together, we truly see the love radiating from their photographs. They really are a picture-perfect couple.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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A Lover and a Fighter

“I love her fiery spirit,” says Joshua. “She has no quit in her and will fight until the end. She’s my perfect match.”

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Movie Romance

Carlisha and Joshua plan to honeymoon in Paris, where they’ll focus on indulging in all the romance they can handle.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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Congrats!

Join us in congratulating Carlisha and Joshua as they embark on a brand new chapter in their love story. Don’t forget to leave them a little love below. Want to see your engagement session featured in Just Engaged? Email us now.

Just Engaged: Carlisha and Joshua
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