Angie and James' love story is one that proves the power of serendipity. It all began with a chance introduction through a mutual friend the summer before their senior year of high school. Little did they know that this simple "hello" would lead to a connection that would span 16 years (and counting!). Their first date was a classic—dinner and a movie. Over Irish burgers and a Kilkenny Country Salad at Bennigans, they started to get to know each other. The movie may have been a bit of a miss (horror isn't really Angie's thing), but the conversation over ice cream afterwards more than made up for it. As they bonded over video games, music, and movies, James was drawn to Angie's feisty personality and passion, while Angie was charmed by James' quiet sweetness and random factoids (he has A LOT). The moment Angie knew she was in love? When James, despite his aversion to roller coasters, braved every ride at Six Flags just to see her smile. The fact that he was willing to step out of his comfort zone and do something that was 100% for Angie made her realize he was an amazing person (and a keeper). For James, he knew Angie was The One during a rain-soaked camping trip where Angie's resilience and quick-thinking saved the day (and their dinner). She was able to put up with that disastrous trip and still wanted to keep dating. Fast forward to January 1st, 2024, and the couple found themselves in the UK, hiking through the muddy trails of Lyme Park. As they reached the iconic spot from Angie's favorite movie, "Pride and Prejudice," James got down on one knee and asked her to be his Mrs. Darcy. Spoiler alert: she said yes! When they're not busy planning their wedding, you can find Angie and James traveling the world, spending time with their adorable Corgis (Harley Quinn & Jarvis), or experimenting in the kitchen. They bond over their shared love for video games, food, and anything featuring Gordon Ramsay. So, what's the secret to their 16-year-long love story? Supporting each other's passions, having a strong foundation in faith, and never failing to communicate. Whether it's James doing some “hard work” with Angie in the garden, or Angie pretending to be an elf during a D&D game with James, their love knows no bounds. And now, after making sure they thoroughly know each other before tying the knot, they're ready to take the next step. They feel so grateful for the journey that brought them together and look forward to celebrating their love with family and friends!