It began the summer of 2008. A freshly single Amanda was spilling some tea to her sister when they decided as a joke to make an online profile for Amanda. The headline read "He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life", a quote by Mohammad Ali. Amanda was happily surprised as a guy named Brian responded and he sure was cute! Brian took the risk, took his shot and scored! (Not THAT kinda score, that comes much later 😉) After a few days of speaking on the telephone they decided it was time to meet. They met at the Empire State building nervous as ever and spent their first date out and about in the city. They somehow ended up in Madison Square park where they talked and laughed for hours. It was just so easy to lose track of time. It really was a date to remember. Two weeks into dating, Amanda lost her amazing grandfather and Brian was there...He met the family and was her support. Amanda and Brian were inseparable ever since. From the couple: On July 19, 2008 we made it official, 16 years later, here we are. On July 19, 2025 we celebrate 17 years together and 1 week later our first day as husband and wife. We've built a life together and soon enough a family of our own. We cant wait to share our day with you! -Amanda & Brian