Yvette and Derrick (Kirby) have known each other since they were children in Falls Church, VA by way of Reston, VA. They courted each other, briefly, as teenagers. They would always run into each other, at various functions, over the years. They have always been "friendly". They officially started dating in October 2014, and began to worship together and sing together. Even though their families knew one another, they began to share their families, together, in 2014. During these meetings, they found out that their children had already formed friendships through the years. This would make the coming together, of a blended family, even easier! After 25 years of being separated by life's circumstances, they made it back together as a unit.

Derrick proposed two times!!! The first time, he proposed in 2017. Yvette said YES! They felt they needed more time and put it on hold, to be certain they were both ready. The second time was Summer 2018. THIS was the real and final proposal! Derrick came to Yvette and expressed that they shared a love and a family connection that was undeniable. Derrick felt this was a moment that could not be missed. During a church rehearsal, at home, he decided to pop the question. He grabbed her hands, and Yvette, in her joking way asked 'Why are you grabbing my hand while I'm rehearsing'. He then said, 'You know, it's been a long time' and Yvette immediately began to scream 'OMG OMG OMG' and Derrick continued "Yvette, will you marry me?" Yvette: OMG OMG OMG - WHERE THE RING AT? Derrick: Pump your breaks, we're going to pick up the ring tomorrow Yvette said ABSOLUTELY! *Derrick decided they would have a long engagement to be certain* Derrick: THIS IS JUST A REHEARSAL Here they are today! They have decided that enough time has passed and they are both more than ready to make this commitment, for the rest of their lives, and share this day with friends and family.