These babies are getting married!

The story of Jonah and Ana began unexpectedly many years ago when Ana started her first day at the Maple Grove Olive Garden where Jonah worked. Although they had just met, both immediately felt a connection and after their respective shifts, they went home to tell their families about each other. Eager to date, Jonah started to pursue Ana and was able to get her to agree to a memorable first date at Arbor Lake in August of 2016. There, the hours passed in what seemed like minutes as they talked under the open sky. Ana, although intrigued by Jonah, was hesitant to date so early on, but Jonah, captivated by her beauty and charm, continued to ask her out, hoping to win her over. While unrelenting in his pursuit, Ana couldn’t help but notice how respectful and kind he remained even as she continually refused his advances. Eventually, Jonah ceased his requests for a relationship, but their dates continued, blossoming into a beautiful friendship. It wasn't long before Ana experienced a change of heart as Jonah’s charm had become irresistible. She asked Jonah if they could date. Of course, Jonah replied with a resounding 'yes’. Six months into their relationship, after a casual date at their favorite restaurant, they exchanged those three little words that mean so much - "I love you”. Their love story continued for two more years until life led them down separate paths for a brief six months. However, the separation only served to strengthen their bond, as they soon realized they couldn't be without one another; Ana was indeed the one for Jonah and Jonah for Ana. Four years later, in the serene setting of Millennium Garden, Jonah got down on one knee to pledge his enduring love to which Ana wholeheartedly agreed to share and soon they were engaged. They quickly married in a small, intimate ceremony, to embark on a life of laughter, companionship, and adventure together. Now, Jonah and Ana invite you to join them in formally celebrating the love that has continued to grow and flourish between them. A love that was nurtured from the very first encounter, through every twist and turn, to the moment where they will stand together at Millenium Garden in Plymouth, MN on Friday, August 09, 2024, surrounded by those dearest to them.