The I DO Crew
bride
Jessica​
​​​wedding day GOAL
DON'T BE LATE!!!​​​​​
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​What is your hidden talent?
No matter how long Brandon or my kids have looked for a lost item, I can find it in 1 second. Yet, I have an incredible ability to lose everything.
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Favorite movie
The Edge / Warrior / Southpaw / Dumb & Dumber​
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What was your first impression of Brandon?
Rude. Doesn't actually know much about fishing. Bad at darts. (I was obviously wrong... except for the darts. JK!!)​​
Who fell in love first?
Brandon
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If you had to describe Brandon in 1 word what would it be?
Grounded
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What has he taught you?
How to be kind to myself. Balance. Patience (I still have quite a few courses to go). Joy. And how to scale back on "worst-case-scenario" thoughts and accept the abundant gifts with which our lives have been blessed.
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What have you taught him?
No matter how much we plan and prepare, somethings will not be what we had envisioned... but could be so much more than we could have ever dreamed.
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What is his biggest pet peeve?
Me being late to everything​
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What is your biggest pet peeve?
People riding or running on the road right next to a trail.
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What has changed the most about your life since you met?
Despite the most overwhelmingly eventful time of our lives, it has been the most stable and consistent for the girls and the most rewarding for all of us.
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What do you look forward to the most on the wedding day?​​​
Having all of our favorite people in one place. I truly can't think of a better reason for celebration and your support is further validation. Thank you. I can't wait to marry my best friend! <3
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groom
Brandon​​
​​​​​wedding day GOAL
Enjoy the Best Day of my Life​
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​What is your hidden talent?
​ Turning my eyelids inside out​​
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Favorite movie
Interstellar ​
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What was your first impression of Jessica?
That she was gorgeous and not happy that I was there
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Who fell in love first?
Me ​
If you had to describe Jessica in 1 word what would it be?
Selfless
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What has she taught you?
What unconditional love is
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What have you taught her?
How to play Fifa (kinda) it's still a struggle
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What is her biggest pet peeve?
That I think I know what she's going to say and don't listen to what she actually says​​
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Her making us late to everything​​
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What has changed the most about your life since you met?
My entire life has changed for the better
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What do you look forward to the most on the wedding day?​​​
Marrying my best friend
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13 years old
Ella
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​​​wedding day role
Officer Sassafras​​
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What are you most looking forward to on wedding day?
Seeing you guys happy and seeing all of my favorite people that I don't get to see often.
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What is your hidden talent?
AMAZING singer, baker, and aspiring designer
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Favorite movie
Up or Jurassic World Rebirth
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Advice for Momma & Brandon
Happy Wife (Momma), Happy Life.
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7 years old
Riley
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​​​wedding day role
Little Love Ambassador
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What you most looking forward to on wedding day?
For momma and Brandon to get MARRIED!!!​
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What is your hidden talent?
Always making friends, cheering someone up when they are having a bad day, and master negotiator when it comes to getting treaties.
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Favorite movie
In Your Dreams​
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Advice for Momma & Brandon
Always try your hardest and never give up!
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maid of honor
Katie
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​​​wedding day role
R.T.C. - Random Task Completer​​​​​​​​​​
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How long have you known Jess?
33 years!
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What is your hidden talent?
I can squat to the floor flat- footed
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Favorite movie
No Country for Old Men
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Advice for Brandon
Do whatever she says and take her fishing.
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best man
Matt M.
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​​​wedding day role
Best Man-In-Chief ​​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
23 years​
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What is your hidden talent?
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY BETTER THAN BRANDON AT DARTS​
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Favorite movie
Interstellar or Shawshank Redemption​
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Advice for Jess
How much time do you have? First, you HAVE to let Brandon win sometimes at FIFA; he gets mad when he doesn’t win. Second, he still thinks he can win in foot races, even if it is against a golf cart (you have to stop him from saying yes). Tres. That’s three in Spanish. Fourth, deep down Brandon has a huge heart and will do anything for you and your guys' little family of four. My only real advice is life is short enjoy every minute together whether it is just being in the same room watching sports or going on adventures!!!
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bridesmaid
Joy
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​​​wedding day role
Executive VP of Chosen-Family Affairs​​​​​​​
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How long have you known Jess?
24 years​
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What is your hidden talent?
Dog whisperer​
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Favorite movie
Love & Basketball​
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Advice for Brandon
Please take care of my sweet Jessica. She is a gem of a human with a heart of gold. She is passionate-- her fire burns bright (!) but in the very best way. She lights up the whole room. Jess is one of the most loving, loyal people I've ever met... once she gives you her heart, it's yours for always. Treasure this gift. Brandon, although I don't know you well (yet!) I'm sure you are a gem of a human as well... she wouldn't have picked you otherwise. I'm over-the-moon happy for you both. Cheers!
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groomsman
Brad​
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​​​wedding day role
Chief of Staff to the Bride​​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
Don't remember but I likely was driven to the hospital when he was born. So in years, all of em.
(35 years)​
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What is your hidden talent?
Despite bad decisions, I haven't died yet.​
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Favorite movie
Shooter​
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Advice for Jess
Continue confronting him. He's so smart, which makes him the ass that won't pull the plow sometimes. Be nice long as you can and if that doesn't work, call me.
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bridesmaid
Kelsey
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​​​​​wedding day role
CEO of Comedic Relief / Bride Security​​
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How long have you known Jess?
20+ years
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What is your hidden talent?
I'm a good artist!
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Favorite movie
Wolf of Wallstreet
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Advice for Brandon
Go apologize. No, shhhhh. No one cares about your side. Go apologize now.
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groomsman
Kaleb
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​​​wedding day role
The Hot Commodity ​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
19 years​
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What is your hidden talent?
Can make others laugh with my own, infectious laugh ​
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Favorite movie
Bloodsport staring Jean Claud Van Dame​
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Advice for Jess
Be his shoulder to cry on, when Purdue loses a big game.
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groomsman
Troy
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​​​​​wedding day role
Assistant to the Bride​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
30+ years
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What is your hidden talent?
I can put my teachers in chronological order throughout my entire life (Brandon makes fun of me for it)
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Favorite movie
Dumb & Dumber
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Advice for Jess
Make sure he always watches out for black ice.
bridesmaid
Tanya
​​​wedding day role
Groomsmen Babysitter​
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How long have you known Brandon?
35 years​
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What is your hidden talent?
On a good day, I'll hustle the pool table​
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Favorite movie
The Book​
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Advice for Jess & Brandon
You're always on the same team!
groomsman
Sean
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​​​wedding day role
Certified Intimacy Engineer​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
23ish, 6th grade​
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What is your hidden talent?
Innate ability to piss my wife off with no effort and can eat a whole taco bell taco party pack​
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Favorite movie
Goodfellas​
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Advice for Jess
If he is ever grumpy, dont worry he probably just lost to a 12 year old online. Continue to support his interests of gaming and soccer. Thanks to those he's used to losing gracefully and starting over, which is great practice for marriage. He has a huge heart and cares deeply for the people in his life. And don't forget if you you ever need to get his attention, unplug the wifi.
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groomsman
Jared
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​​​wedding day role
Director of Beverage Distribution​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
Since 2002 when I started working with Brad at Steak ‘n Shake
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What is your hidden talent?
I can throw things with my right foot better than I can throw things with my left hand ​
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Favorite movie
Inglourious Basterds​
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Advice for Jess
If you want to keep him happy, keep his belly full, cheer for Purdue, and let him win at golf once in a while.
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...all those things have worked for me!
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bridesmaid
Christie
​​​wedding day role
Director of Emotional Affairs​​​​​
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How long have you known Brandon?
Her whole life
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What is your hidden talent?
I can touch my nose with my tongue​
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Favorite movie
Dumb & Dumber​
Advice for Brandon
Be patient and kind and remember that communication is the key.
groomsman
Matt A.
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​​​wedding day role
Supervisor / Babysitter / DD​
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How long have you known Brandon?
16 years​
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What is your hidden talent?
Can ride wheelies and do bar spins on a bmx bike​
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Favorite movie
Interstellar​
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Advice for Jess
Always let him win in FIFA when you guys play. He wouldn't be able to handle it if you don't. Don't feed him guacamole. And love him with everything you have because he has a wonderful soul and if you do he will give you a happiness they could write stories about.
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officiant
Kurt
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​​​wedding day role
The man who quite literally holds the tools to allow you to spend eternity with each other ​​​​​​
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How long have you known the couple?
Brandon: 25 years​
Jessica: 15 years
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What is your hidden talent?
Curing floor burn for teammates ​
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Favorite movie
Rock of Ages​
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Advice for the Couple
Make the biscuits, rub his belly, & 'cure his (floor burns)
*edited* :)
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