Brian and Mackenze's love story began in 2015. Although they both grew up in Colonia, their paths never crossed in 20+ years. It took for their career choices to bring them together to finally meet when they were both teachers at an elementary school in Avenel. Some flirtatious banter was exchanged back and forth during lunch time for weeks. Brian finally decided to ask Mackenze on a date after she attended one of Brian's shows in Asbury Park at The Stone Pony. On December 29, 2017 Brian popped the question while having lunch in Asbury Park, back at one of their favorite locations where it all began, and Mackenze said yes! Nearly four years worth of memories later and they've purchased their first home and introduced a furry rescue pup named Miles to their family.