Brahmas are so cool. I had a buff orpington in my first flock too. She was a sweetie.
The place that sold me the "easter egger" Brahma roo also sold me an "Australorp" that was actually a Minorca.

Weeks later: "Wait, aren't we supposed to be getting brown eggs? And why is she not shaped like the other Australorps I see online?"

But at least they got it right that she was female haha
It was a mess at first but really fun and I learned so much that year. I'm excited to have the opportunity to give it another go!
I really appreciate everyone's input.
Thanks a million