Ryan and Heather first met at just 13 years old in middle school. While the sparks didn’t fly right away, there was always something there — a quiet connection that never quite faded. After high school, Ryan finally worked up the nerve to reach out, and that’s when everything changed. The two quickly fell head over heels for each other. What followed was three long years of long distance while Ryan served in the Marines. Despite the miles apart, they never wavered. They knew they were meant to be together and chose, every day, to make it work. Now, nearly eight years later, Ryan and Heather share a beautiful home, life’s adventures, and their very energetic Dalmatian puppy, Charlie. They couldn’t be happier — or more ready — to take this next step together. They are so excited to celebrate their love and begin this next chapter with all of you by their side.