We're getting married!

Just like how any couple meets, Elizabeth and Patrick found each other on the dating app, Hinge. Even now they both remember coming across each other's profile and making a strong impression on one another. Their first date involved sharing a burnt BBQ flatbread and talking about their new jobs, college memories and their excitement on moving to Chicago. Their first date went so well Patrick asked Elizabeth on a second date for the next day. Both new to Chicago, they quickly became close friends and took in everything the city has to offer. They love cheering on the Chicago Cubs, taking walks along the lake shore and exploring the food scene. Three years later not much has changed. They still love the city's offerings and have added their Labradoodle puppy, Sophie, into the mix.

What Elizabeth thought was just a casual date night on Chicago's lakefront, ended up being a golden hour engagement. Patrick thoughtfully planned a surprise engagement at Chicago's North Avenue Beach, which is Elizabeth's favorite view of the Chicago skyline. After a few tears, Elizabeth said YES! The surprise didn't stop there, Patrick planned an engagement party where the couple celebrated the news with their close family members.