I don't know that either of us was expecting a bowling date to one day lead to an engagement, a house of small animals, and a series of memories. Joe mentioned trying out for teen Jeopardy and running a metal site- I ate Taco Bell in my car between activities and recommended we watch A Nightmare on Elm Street 2, arguably the strangest film in the series. That first date was the start to a series of wonderful adventures. In the past 4 years, we've gone to Cuba, attended amateur wrestling events, come to know and love each other's families, become homeowners, pug owners, and watched countless horror movies and metal shows. We've learned more about each other's strengths and weaknesses and supported each other through job transitions, losses, and the struggle of daily traffic in Austin. Our journey is just beginning in some ways, and we wouldn't be where we are now without our family and friends. We love all of you dearly and are so excited to celebrate this new chapter of our lives with you. We hope this site will provide much needed details before our wedding, but please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.