#LoveIsBrewing

It all began on August 6, 2023, when Ivy Johnson saw Ben on the dating app Bumble and decided to kick things off with a simple question: "Do you prefer coffee or tea?" Ben Straughter had just moved to Nashville for work, fresh to the city and admittedly unsure of what to expect. But when Ivy's message popped up, he thought, "Well, this is a great way to get things started." Being the gentleman he is, Ben answered the question honestly—tea. Little did he know, Ivy was more of a coffee person herself, but there was something about Ben's thoughtful response that immediately charmed her. Maybe it was his sincerity, or maybe she just liked the idea of starting things off with someone who could appreciate the finer nuances of a warm beverage. Either way, love was brewing, and Ivy was hooked. Their first few dates were a whirlwind of great conversation, laughter, and trips around the city. From finding their favorite restaurants to wandering through Nashville's coolest hiking spots, they just clicked. And before they knew it, what started as a Bumble chat about beverages turned into something neither of them expected—but both wanted. Fast-forward to today, and their love has grown into something even more special: the birth of their beautiful daughter, Bella Ivy Rose Straughter. From Bumble to babies, Ben and Ivy's love story is full of surprises, adventures, and a whole lot of laughter. So here's to the journey they started with a question about tea and coffee—and to all the chapters still to come. Because with these two, the love is always brewing.