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Our Wedding

Our&nbsp;story&nbsp;began&nbsp;in&nbsp;April&nbsp;2023&nbsp;with&nbsp;a&nbsp;simple&nbsp;first&nbsp;date&nbsp;at&nbsp;IHOP.&nbsp;What&nbsp;started&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;casual&nbsp;meal&nbsp;quickly&nbsp;became&nbsp;the&nbsp;beginning&nbsp;of&nbsp;something&nbsp;special. Soon&nbsp;after&nbsp;we&nbsp;met,&nbsp;Brannon&nbsp;drove&nbsp;an&nbsp;hour&nbsp;on&nbsp;short&nbsp;notice&nbsp;to&nbsp;attend&nbsp;my&nbsp;prom&nbsp;with&nbsp;me.&nbsp;That&nbsp;night&nbsp;became&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;favorite&nbsp;memories&nbsp;and&nbsp;it's&nbsp;especially&nbsp;meaningful&nbsp;that&nbsp;we're&nbsp;now&nbsp;celebrating&nbsp;our&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;same&nbsp;place&nbsp;where&nbsp;we&nbsp;shared&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;first&nbsp;dances. For&nbsp;much&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;relationship,&nbsp;we&nbsp;lived&nbsp;an&nbsp;hour&nbsp;apart.&nbsp;No&nbsp;matter&nbsp;how&nbsp;busy&nbsp;life&nbsp;became,&nbsp;we&nbsp;always&nbsp;made&nbsp;time&nbsp;for&nbsp;each&nbsp;other.&nbsp;Those&nbsp;drives&nbsp;taught&nbsp;us&nbsp;that&nbsp;love&nbsp;is&nbsp;worth&nbsp;every&nbsp;mile. Like&nbsp;any&nbsp;couple,&nbsp;we've&nbsp;faced&nbsp;challenges&nbsp;along&nbsp;the&nbsp;way,&nbsp;but&nbsp;each&nbsp;one&nbsp;has&nbsp;strengthened&nbsp;our&nbsp;relationship.&nbsp;Together,&nbsp;we've&nbsp;made&nbsp;an&nbsp;apartment&nbsp;our&nbsp;home,&nbsp;welcomed&nbsp;two&nbsp;Australian&nbsp;Heelers&nbsp;into&nbsp;our&nbsp;family,&nbsp;and&nbsp;created&nbsp;countless&nbsp;memories. We&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;spending&nbsp;our&nbsp;time&nbsp;together&nbsp;going&nbsp;to&nbsp;concerts,&nbsp;exploring&nbsp;back&nbsp;roads,&nbsp;and&nbsp;being&nbsp;with&nbsp;our&nbsp;friends&nbsp;and&nbsp;family.&nbsp;It's&nbsp;the&nbsp;simple&nbsp;moments&nbsp;that&nbsp;mean&nbsp;the&nbsp;most&nbsp;to&nbsp;us. When&nbsp;Brannon&nbsp;proposed,&nbsp;he&nbsp;chose&nbsp;Perry&nbsp;State&nbsp;Forest,&nbsp;the&nbsp;place&nbsp;where&nbsp;we&nbsp;shared&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;very&nbsp;first&nbsp;dates.&nbsp;It&nbsp;was&nbsp;the&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;setting&nbsp;to&nbsp;begin&nbsp;this&nbsp;new&nbsp;chapter. From&nbsp;our&nbsp;first&nbsp;date&nbsp;to&nbsp;today,&nbsp;our&nbsp;journey&nbsp;has&nbsp;been&nbsp;filled&nbsp;with&nbsp;love,&nbsp;laughter,&nbsp;and&nbsp;unforgettable&nbsp;memories.&nbsp;We&nbsp;are&nbsp;so&nbsp;grateful&nbsp;to&nbsp;have&nbsp;each&nbsp;of&nbsp;you&nbsp;here&nbsp;to&nbsp;celebrate&nbsp;this&nbsp;special&nbsp;day&nbsp;with&nbsp;us. Thank&nbsp;you&nbsp;for&nbsp;being&nbsp;part&nbsp;of&nbsp;our&nbsp;story.&nbsp;We&nbsp;can't&nbsp;wait&nbsp;to&nbsp;celebrate&nbsp;with&nbsp;you&nbsp;and&nbsp;continue&nbsp;building&nbsp;a&nbsp;lifetime&nbsp;of&nbsp;memories&nbsp;together.

Our Wedding Story

Our Story

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Hello!
I’m Bailee; Ciara’s maid of honor. We met while working together and within a very short period of time, we began our journey of friendship. Although some friendships start during childhood with years of memories together, others start later in life and become our most cherished. She’s been my person I can call for yap sessions, midnight drives, shopping, domesticating feral wildlife, getting coffee, stealing traffic cones, fishing, and so much more. (Okay, maybe we haven’t done ALL of those things.)  Through that journey, I have also had the pleasure of watching her and Brannon love each other a little more every day. I haven’t been around for the entirety of their relationship but I have been around long enough to know that these two were meant to be together from the very start. The playful banter, glances of admiration, and laughter they share is a once in a lifetime kind of love. I have the honor of standing by my dear friends on their special day and I cannot wait to share it with all of you! 

Bailee Grimmett

John has been Brannon's best friend for what feels like forever, and if you've ever seen the two of them together, that probably explains a lot. They've worked together at multiple jobs, spent countless hours giving each other a hard time, and somehow still choose to hang out after work. From long days on the job to plenty of stories that probably shouldn't be repeated, John has been there through it all. He's the kind of friend who's always willing to lend a hand, crack a joke, or talk Brannon into just about anything. After years of friendship, laughs, and memories, there was no doubt he'd be standing beside Brannon as his Best Man—just hopefully not telling all of the embarrassing stories in his speech.

John Dooley

I am Hannah , I am the brides sister-in-law but she more than an in law to me. I met Ciara  through her brother, my now husband, and have loved her as my own sister ever since. I have known Ciara for going on 8+ years now and she continues to surprise me in every way.  (In a good way). We have bonded so much in the past few years over anything and everything and I’m so greatful.  She is always her 3 nephews favorite Auntie Cia and they light up anytime they see her. From homecoming, proms , tractor pulls and so much more I’m thankful I have a sister like her that loves almost everything I do. Through our sisterhood she has not only got to watch me fall in love with her brother but I have got to watch her fall in love with Brannon. I will always remember Brannon saying to us you surprised I’m here and kameren and I looked at each other and back to him and said no. We knew from the start he would always be here with her and that they were ment to be. I cannot wait to stand along side of her (most likely happy crying the whole time) on their big day and to watch her start her next chapter with her lifelong partner.  

Hannah Baker

Hi, I’m Alayna! I met the bride while we were working together at TJ Maxx, and we’ve been great friends ever since. I’m so thankful our paths crossed and that I get to stand beside her on one of the most important days of her life. Watching her relationship grow has been such a joy, and I couldn’t be happier for the happy couple. I’m honored to celebrate this special day with them and can’t wait to watch this next chapter begin!

Alayna Moore

Mason isn't just Brannon's cousin—he's one of his best buddies, too. Growing up as family meant plenty of memories, a little friendly competition, and enough stories to keep everyone entertained. These days, they even work together, proving that somehow they haven't gotten tired of each other yet. Whether they're on the job, hanging out with family, or giving each other a hard time, there's never a dull moment. Brannon couldn't imagine celebrating this day without his cousin standing by his side.

Mason Combs

Ryan and Brannon have been causing trouble together since their school days. Somewhere between classes, hanging out, and giving each other a hard time, they ended up becoming lifelong friends. Whether they're laughing at things no one else understands or coming up with questionable ideas that somehow seem fun at the time, there's never a dull moment when they're together. Brannon couldn't ask for a better friend to stand by his side. 

Ciara & Brannon

Ciara & Brannon

C&B

Wedding Day

4:30 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–6:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Reception