We met by chance in 2023 while working at Matthews CDJR. Dakota had recently returned to the dealership, and Brielle had just begun her time there. It didn’t take long for a connection to form, and soon after, we went on our first date. That evening began with Dakota joining Brielle's family for dinner, followed by a peaceful night at the park—where we spent hours talking, learning about each other, and sharing stories. The night ended memorably, dancing together in the soft glow of truck headlights. 
 Our second date was spent at a beloved family favorite, Red Robin, and from that moment on, we were inseparable. What started as a simple weekend together quickly turned into something much more—our forever. It was during this time that we combined our pet families, bringing together Colby, Annabelle, and Midnight into one loving home. 
 Not long after, we purchased our first home together and continued to grow our furry family, welcoming Milo, followed later by Max and Millie. 
 In May of 2024—just one year after we met—we returned to that special park where it all began. It was there, in the place where our story started, that Dakota proposed, and we took the next step in our journey together. 
 Since becoming engaged, we’ve had the opportunity to grow together into a larger, blended family that now includes loved ones from both sides. Dakota was warmly embraced by the family and has even taken part in our cherished tradition of competing in the demolition derby at local fairs. We are truly excited for what the future holds and honored to have you join us in celebrating our wedding.