It all started with a little help from fate—and some family ties. Jess and Brendan first met through Jess’s sorority big, Emily, who just so happened to be dating Brendan’s twin brother, Alec. Thanks to Emily and Alec, the two were introduced, and from the very beginning, there was an undeniable spark. What began as a casual connection quickly grew into something much more. Throughout college, they navigated a long-distance relationship—Jess at Quinnipiac University in CT and Brendan at the University of Delaware. Despite the miles between them, they made it work with weekend visits, FaceTime calls, and lots of love. After graduation (and a year of saving while living at home), they finally closed the distance and moved into their first apartment together in Bethel, CT in June 2024. After living together for a month, they soon became a little family of four with the arrival of their two bengal kittens, Loki and Luna. Jess & Brendan have been together for 7 years & counting, and the best is yet to come! They can’t wait to celebrate their big day with you on October 11, 2026!