The Emerald Union

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Spring

We're so in love we decided to get the government involved! Let's ma﻿ke this love legal!

Our Wedding

We met in early July 2021 and had our first date at a cute coffee shop in Murfreesboro. We both ordered a black coffee and crepes. We knew right away that we wanted a second date, but then we continued to cancel on each other and lost touch. Life just be like that sometimes, ya know? In late August, Bridget sent a meme about schedules never matching up to Dalton, he responded with the infamous Leonardo DiCaprio pointing meme "It's us!", and we finally set a second date. We went to trivia night at Puckett's, came in 8th place out of 9, and the rest is history! While we may not be good at trivia, we were attracted and motivated by each other's ambition to grow and make more out of life. Sharing a similar sense of humor, directness, and sarcasm, we bonded immediately and it felt like we had known each other forever. There was an immediate feeling of comfort and safety. We share similar views on life, friendships, work ethic, acceptance for differences, yearning for purpose, and of course, football. Our hobbies and interests are very different on many levels which allows us to learn and experience new things. We have introduced each other to line dancing, chess, pet parenting, catchphrase, and much more. Our weekend mornings sharing coffee together always end up in a deep discussion; theorizing about the world, what happens after and what purpose we desire. We seem to always learn something new about each other. While we are both competitive, driven, loving and sensitive people, we also have a perfect balance of personality differences. Dalton brings out a softer side of Bridget, and she feels safe to be feminine and vulnerable. Bridget brings out Dalton's goofy side and he feels safe to be his true self. We both feel extremely supported and we know we can always count on our partnership to get us through anything. Our friends have become each other's friends, and we feel so lucky to have such an incredible group of people that we can always count on. Our families have accepted each other as their own. Bridget spends every holiday with Dalton's family here in Tennessee, and Dalton accompanies Bridget on many trips to Michigan to get quality time with parents, siblings, nephews, and pets. Dalton proposed on August 21, 2025, in a perfectly private and intimate setting. He involved our cats (Thena and Luna) and an activity that he knew Bridget loved. It was a very thoughtful and emotional proposal, and obviously Bridget said yes. We are so excited to pay a lot of our hard-earned money so our friends and family can celebrate the government legalizing our relationship with us. We can't wait to party with y'all and dedicate one special day to our love story.

Our Story

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Luna

Thena

Brittany is my sister, and one of my very best friends. She has been one of the most consistent people in my life, even when she didn’t have to be. We are sisters by marriage, not blood, but it never stopped us from having undying loyalty and love for each other. From the awkward moments of youth, to the hard truths of adulthood, we will always be there for each other. There is nobody who hypes me up the way Brittany does, and she is that friend that you can tell literally anything to and she will never judge you. Brittany is an incredible sister, friend, wife, and mom. Brittany, I love you immensely and couldn’t do this without you by my side.   

Brittany Besly

Lena was the first real friend I made when I moved to TN, and we’ve been inseparable ever since. We lived together for a few years and when everyone said it was a risky idea, we had no fears. We knew we’d only become closer. Lena is my ride or die; my 2 black cadillacs/Earl had to die kind of friend. I know there is nothing we could do or say that would make us feel any differently about our friendship. We have been through so many big life moments together and I truly would not have made it to this point without her. Lena, I love you so much and am so honored to have you as my friend and with me on this day.

Lena Thedore 

Wedding Party

Take a plane, car, bus? Whatever your transportation preference, just get here safely and be ready to celebrate!

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Things to Do

Q: What's the dress code?A: Whatever you want as long as there isn't anything showing that national television would need to blur! Q: Are kids allowed?A: No - please get your kiddo a babysitter so we can enjoy an adult evening! Q: Will there be vegan/vegetarian options?A: Yes, everyone will be fed! Q: Will there be an open bar?A: Duh!*Please ensure you have a responsible way to return to your accommodations following the wedding. There are plenty of ubers/lyfts available in the area*

Bridget & Dalton

Bridget & Dalton

B&D

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