Emily and Brandon’s love story started with a match. Emily never wanted to do online dating but begrudgingly agreed when her friend refused to traverse alone in the wild world of ghosting and catfishing. After matching, Brandon jumped on scheduling a date in person. Brandon was convinced that Emily was too good to be true and Emily was worried that she would end up with her own investigation ID story so their families went undercover. Emily’s mom sat at another table at the restaurant and Brandon’s sister sat in her car outside. The warranted skepticism soon faded as to everyone’s relief, Emily was not a catfish and Brandon is more interested in baking cupcakes than commenting crimes. So the spies left and they talked for over three hours. Fast forward two years and the matched pair continue to fall in love with each other everyday. Emily says “He is unlike any other guy I’ve ever met. He is kind and funny and has the most gentle soul.” Brandon says “I’m still shocked she’s not a catfish! She is so funny, smart and easy to talk to. She is also a dork, but in the best way! And she is the most gorgeous girl I’ve ever seen!“ Brandon asked Emily to marry him in mandeville, at the lakefront, in the same spot where he first told her that he loves her and they can’t wait to start their lives as husband and wife on March 15th, 2025.