Colin and Kristen met in the summer of 2013 as marching band instructors at Heritage High School. Their first “unofficial” date was at Mad Anthony in Fort Wayne over a pint of craft beer. They continue to share a passion for teaching, music, and local brews. They are parents to two very amazing children - Amelia and Caelus - as well as dog parents to Reagan and Ryleigh.

Colin proposed at Newfound Gap in Tennessee on May 22nd, 2021. As Kristen had no idea of the plan, she drove around demanding they find some great iced coffee before heading up. Colin, fearing the photographer he had hired would grow impatient and leave, spent the majority of the morning in a complete panic. Everything came together and she said YES…..FINALLY! We can't wait to celebrate our love with friends & family who have been with us along our journey!