Our Story
We met at Joe's Place in Iowa City. Rachel was sitting next to the only open seat at the full bar, and Kyle happened to walk by to set down his empty glass. We initially couldn't place if we had met before. After hours of conversation, we found there were several instances where our paths may have crossed. Our time at Wartburg overlapped, and Kyle was a phlebotomist at the same time/place Rachel donated plasma. Weeks later, when meeting a uniquely unforgettable friend of Kyle's, Rachel remembered meeting that same friend a year prior at an outdoor screening of Caddyshack. Kyle recalled being at the same event! 7 years, 1 house, and 2 kitties later... We are so excited to commemorate our love for each other, our family, and friends.
In the wise words of T Swift..
Time, curious time
Gave me no compasses, gave me no signs
Were there clues I didn't see?
And isn't it just so pretty to think
All along there was some
Invisible string
Tying you to me?
Our Engagement! We hiked to the top of Mt Mansfield in Vermont. Even after all our years together, it was wonderfully awkward. It was also a beautiful surprise of love and elation (elevation?)!
The apples of our eyes
Louise Bonita Biscuits (left)
Charlie Guapo Gravy (right). They even share a birthday with Rachel :)
Our home that we adore, even with all of its 100 year old quirks.
Music festivals are our favorite. People Fest (Yuba, WI) and Blue Ox (Eau Claire, WI) are two we highly recommend.
Biking has been a big part of our relationship, and a chance for us to push ourselves individually as well as together.
Stained glass! It has been fun learning and creating together.
We enjoy our time on the water, whether in a kayak, inner tubes, or a speed boat.
Combining two of our favorite things: biking and theme costumes
We definitely connect on our love for travel, adventure, nature, and of course a little relaxation while we take it all in!
For all the days along the way
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