We're getting married!

Our story began long before our first date - woven together through years of family friendship and shared memories. Alyssa’s uncle, Mark, and Connor’s father, Joe, have been best friends since high school. As a result, our families gathered for holidays and Ocean City trips. We saw each other throughout the years, but our connection was always familiar and easy. As a child, Alyssa had a quiet crush on Connor. He was older and always kind, with a steady presence that stood out. In later years, it was Connor who found himself drawn to Alyssa’s warmth, intelligence, and sense of humor. Though timing was never quite right, our lives continued to cross paths. Everything changed at Alyssa’s college graduation party. We reconnected that day in a way that felt both natural and new. After hours of conversation and laughter, Connor asked Alyssa out on a date. That single moment marked the beginning of something truly special. Since then, our relationship has grown through shared values, mutual respect, and the deep comfort of knowing each other’s hearts. What began as a family friendship turned into a lifelong partnership. We are so grateful for the journey that brought us here and for the people who have supported and shaped us along the way. We can’t wait to celebrate our wedding day with you, and begin the next chapter of our story together.