The Backyard at Angler's Pointe

Rehearsal Dinner

The Frontier at Angler's Pointe

Welcome Party

First United Methodist Church

Wedding Ceremony

The Yard at Angler's Pointe

Wedding Reception

Our Wedding

In the summer of 2019, before my senior year of college, I interned at Clark Construction in DC. Joining the company's intramural kickball team was strongly encouraged for interns and new hires, and that’s where I met Rafael, who was about six months into his career with Clark. He had this charming smile that immediately caught my attention. Whether we won or lost, we'd all head to a bar to celebrate after each game. One evening, Rafael and I ended up talking for hours. When the summer ended, I finished my internship and began my senior year, not thinking too much about Rafael. Fast forward a year: I graduated, moved to DC, and started working at Clark. On my first day, I was being introduced to my new colleagues when we reached Rafael's desk. Somehow, we were on the same project! As my manager began the introduction, I excitedly interjected, "We know each other from kickball last summer!" Rafael’s response was, “Sorry, I don’t think I’ve ever seen you before.” Ouch!! To this day, Rafael insists he doesn’t remember me. But there’s a picture that says otherwise!

A year later, in the fall of 2021, Rafael started texting me on the weekends about Alabama football. But he would text my work phone, so I never saw it until the following Monday! Honestly, I never thought much of it. Then in December, our mutual friend (and now groomsman) Antonio strategically planned a night out so that Rafael and I would hang out. We had a blast, and the next day, Rafael asked me out. I said no! We were coworkers, and what if it didn’t work out? That would be so awkward! He was persistent, and I finally said yes a few months later. We quickly fell in love and became each other’s best friends. The rest is history!

Our Story

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Wedding Party

Q + A

We are so thankful for our friends and family who will be making the trip to celebrate our wedding!Pell City is approximately 40 minutes east of Birmingham. Unfortunately, there are no ubers. If you're flying in, you will need to rent a car or look into shuttle options.We recommend booking flights as soon as possible - Alabama has a home game that weekend!

This is definitely the easiest and closest airport! Very small and easy to navigate. If coming from DCA, American has the best direct flight options.

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport

Much bigger airport about 2 hours away. Best option if you fly Delta!

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Angler's Pointe, our wedding reception venue, offers a variety of lodging options, including tiny homes, bungalows, and glamping tents. To make things easier for our guests, the Brascho Family has reserved the entire property for those who’d like to stay on-site. We highly recommend staying on-site for both convenience and fun! If you're interested in booking a spot, please text Brooke (at 256-689-6567) and she will share more information.

Angler's Pointe

Please use this link to book a room in our hotel block: <a href="https://www.hiexpress.com/redirect?path=rates&amp;brandCode=EX&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=PLRAL&amp;checkInDate=12&amp;checkInMonthYear=082025&amp;checkOutDate=14&amp;checkOutMonthYear=082025&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=SBW&amp;cn=no&amp;viewfullsite=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brascho-Sanchez Hotel Block</a>

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pell City, an IHG Hotel

Airbnb

If you're wanting to stay with a larger group on the lake, please use this link to view recommended houses: <a href="https://www.airbnb.com/wishlists/invite/450014fc-bcfd-4ab8-97c1-ee2312fb1190?s=67&amp;unique_share_id=35b89815-7a3c-47bc-af0d-bc5b57ebcb7f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.airbnb.com/wishlists/invite/450014fc-bcfd-4ab8-97c1-ee2312fb1190?s=67&amp;unique_share_id=35b89815-7a3c-47bc-af0d-bc5b57ebcb7f</a>

Travel

Learn about the small town of Pell City, Alabama! Brooke's paternal grandfather, Dr. Donn Brascho, is featured.

Museum of Pell City

This is the highest point in Alabama and the southernmost tip of the Appalachian Mountain chain - we recommend making the trip if you have half a day! You can walk the paved trail directly to the lookout spot or turn it into a hike.

Cheaha State Park

Alpine Bay Golf Club

Talladega Superspeedway

Things to Do

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all, and we are truly grateful for your love and support. For those who wish to give a gift, please know how much we appreciate your kindness! Please use the links below:

<a href="https://www.myregistry.com/wedding-registry/brooke-brascho-and-rafael-sanchez-/4837266" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MyRegistry</a>

<a href="https://weezietowels.com/apps/giftregistry/registry/391098" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Weezie Towels</a>

Brooke & Rafael

Brooke & Rafael

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