Wedding Day

Michigan State University Horticulture Garden

Ceremony

Copper Moon

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

January of 2018, while directing a show, one of Desirae’s actresses invited her to church. She said yes, not realizing that simple invitation would change everything.That Sunday, she met Tina, who attended the same church and was friends with the actress. From the moment they were introduced, something just felt different. Desirae was instantly drawn in, and T was too.Over the next few weeks, T started coming to rehearsals and gradually sneaking their way into the production of the show. Desirae allowed it because she liked having them around.They shared glances and smiles, started having short conversations, then next thing you know, the conversationsturned into something deeper.By closing night, they weren’t just wrapping up a show, they were stepping into the beginning of their love story.What began as an immediate spark grew into a love built on joy, support, and choosing each other every single day.

How We Met 

Our Story

Photos

Sophie Tittle 

Franklin Grace IV

Jubilee Keller

Katie Tittle 

Deon Lewis 

Alexis Lewis 

Chantel Jones 

Gregory Tittle 

Christopher Grace 

Franklin Grace III

Wedding Party

Q + A

Where to Stay Near the Wedding

To give everyone the flexibility to choose the stay that best fits their travel preferences, we have not reserved a formal room block. Instead, we’ve listed a few of the most convenient hotel options nearby to help you find a place to stay for the weekend. Since Lansing can get busy, we recommend booking your preferred spot as soon as possible.

The DoubleTree is perfectly situated for our wedding weekend! It is just an 11-minute drive (5.3 miles) from our ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens and a quick 4-minute drive (1.2 miles) from the reception at Cooper Moon.

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

This hotel is a fantastic choice for convenience, located just 5 minutes (2.1 miles) from the reception at Cooper Moon and an 11-minute drive (6 miles) from our ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens.

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Lansing North

Stay close to both locations! This Courtyard is only 7 minutes (2.6 miles) from our reception at Cooper Moon and 10 minutes (5.4 miles) from the ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens.

Courtyard by Marriott Lansing

Perfectly positioned near campus, this hotel is an 11-minute drive (2.8 miles) to our ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens and 10 minutes (3.6 miles) to the party at Cooper Moon.

Hyatt House Lansing University Area

Enjoy a modern stay just 10 minutes (2.7 miles) from our ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens and 10 minutes (3.6 miles) from the reception at Cooper Moon.

AC Hotel by Marriott Lansing University Area

Located in the heart of downtown, you'll be a quick 6-minute drive (1.3 miles) from our reception at Cooper Moon and 11 minutes (4.8 miles) from the ceremony at the MSU Horticulture Gardens.

Desirae & Tina

Desirae & Tina

Q + A

Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

Is the wedding kid friendly?

Will there be an open bar?