It all started with a dating app — and a little fate. Spencer had just moved to Kansas after college for a job “in the middle of nowhere,” knowing absolutely no one. Sierra had just finished a long day that involved hiking the only mountain in Kansas (twice) looking for lost AirPods and nursing the aftermath with a 64oz margarita. A friend-turned-bridesmaid convinced her to download the app — just for fun. Through sheer coincidence, Sierra had to return to Spencer’s area for work (the app only matched people within 30 miles). That tiny twist of fate landed them in each other’s inboxes, and eventually, across the table at brunch. Sierra was late — but with good reason. A baby calf had wandered into the road, and she took a detour to get it safely home. She even sent Spencer a video of her bovine rescue mission to prove she wasn’t flaking. He waited. She arrived. And five hours later, after shutting down the restaurant and continuing the conversation at a coffee shop, Spencer sent her home with… a high five. It was weird. It was perfect. From that day on, their story has been one of curiosity, laughter, and steady partnership. Spencer loved Sierra’s intelligence, her passion, and the way she challenged him to have deeper conversations. Sierra loved that Spencer was funny without trying, and willing to follow her thought spirals wherever they went. Even a barista on that first date said, “You two look like you're in love.” They weren't yet. But the barista wasn’t wrong either. Sierra realized how deeply good Spencer was on their third date when she was hit with a debilitating migraine. He didn’t hesitate to take care of her. Spencer realized he wanted a forever with Sierra when he took her to Georgia to meet his family — and it felt like she’d always been there. They spent the next years growing closer — not because they needed each other, but because they chose each other. As two whole people, they became a team. One that pushes each other to grow, shares feedback and joy, and quietly shows up every day, even when life gets hard. Eventually, Spencer made the move to Sierra’s hometown. He donated most of his childhood belongings to make the move meaningful — leaving behind what no longer served him and choosing what did. Sierra didn’t just get a roommate — she gained a teammate. And a new dining table. Which brings us to the proposal. Spencer planned for months. He coordinated with Sierra’s mom, her friends, and even her coworkers to pull off a surprise engagement at Botanica Gardens in Wichita. Sierra — unaware — was adamantly opposed to attending a photoshoot for her sort-of niece, Kennedy. After days of protest, a (fake) meeting, and a little light gaslighting, Spencer got her there — stressed, dressed, and confused. While she gave feedback on a 23-slide fake presentation over Zoom, Spencer and their photographer scouted the perfect spot. Minutes later, Sierra walked into a garden and found Spencer on one knee. She cried. She thinks she said yes. Just in case, she made sure to clarify later. Their story is full of love, laughter, detours, and small joys — like having coffee on the patio, making dinner together, and planning a future that’s adventurous, joyful, goofy, and deeply wholesome.