Tessa and Kristen met at First Bible Baptist Church. Kristen and her now Husband Kyle went on a double date with Brandon and Tessa after church. Not long after, Tessa and Kristen ended up working side by side as Front Desk Associates for a local doctor. Their friendship blossomed from there and they've been besties since! Tessa sees herself as an auntie to Kristen's son, Lukas.

The groom's brother! Brandon was the ring bearer in Michael and his wife Bekah's wedding. Brandon cried because he was sad his brother was leaving him. A fond memory of Michael and Brandon's relationship revolved around a dugout exchange of "Big League Bubble Gum" prior to the start of every kid pitch game.

Tessa and Katrina met on worship team at First Bible Baptist Church. They bonded over using peppermint essential oils to cure their headaches. Katrina and her husband, Aaron, who is also one of Brandon's groomsmen, invited Brandon and Tessa over for dinner the first year they were together. From that day on Tessa and Katrina solidified their bond.

Aaron and Brandon first met during the 2022 men's softball league at First Bible Baptist Church. Their first interaction went as follows..."Hey, you're Brandon right? I heard you paint for a living, want to give me a quote to stain my deck?". Their love for the game of baseball, as well as their love for guns, brought forth a special bond that has only continued to grow stronger over time.

Tenley is Brandon's Niece. Tessa has adored her since the first time they met! So much so, she helps coach her volleyball team with Brandon's sister, Tiffany. Tenley loves making bracelets. The best gift Tessa received since being engaged was a handmade bracelet from Tenley that said "Mrs Talbert"

Brandon and Miles first met at Plaza Heights Christian Academy during Brandon's Sophmore year. They played soccer together, with Brandon as goalie and Miles as a forward. They also both attended First Bible Baptist Church and connected through the youth group there. Over time, their bond grew stronger, leading them to serve together on a missions trip and eventually work side by side every day in Brandon's painting business.