We're getting married!

Kate and Craig’s story began in a very modern way—on Facebook Dating—but from the start, there was something about their connection that felt easy and real. Their first date was on October 11, 2024, at a random bar and restaurant Craig picked in Severna Park—a perfect halfway point between Kate’s home in Hampden and Craig’s place on the Eastern Shore. In true Kate fashion, she arrived 30 minutes late (though she maintains it was entirely due to Friday rush hour). They ordered wings… and somehow only managed to eat one each—something they still laugh about today. Just two days later, they had their second date, and it didn’t take long for things to fall into place. By October 28, 2024, they made it official—proof that when you know, you know. As their relationship grew, so did the life they were building together. A meaningful moment came on December 15, 2024, when Kate met Craig’s son, Cole. She feels incredibly lucky to be welcomed into his life and is so excited to step into her role as his bonus mom. Early on, Craig also showed up during one of the most emotional chapters of Kate’s life. Her beloved dog, Sabre—her soul dog—was nearing the end of his life, and Craig was there in every way that mattered. Whether it was being patient through the hard days or pushing Sabre in his stroller when he was too weak to walk—an effort of nearly 110 pounds—Craig never hesitated. That kind of love and support meant everything and is something Kate will never forget. From the beginning, they both felt this was something lasting. Their relationship is built on laughter, balance, and bringing out the best in each other. Kate loves how easygoing Craig is (especially since she’ll admit she likes to be in control), and Craig often says what he loves most about Kate is simply “the way she loves him.” One of their favorite things to do is visit breweries together, with Nepenthe Brewing Co. in Hampden as their go-to spot. Between the wings and the beer, it’s their favorite—and makes their engagement story even more meaningful. Although they officially moved in together on March 14, 2026, when they relocated to Delaware, Craig had already been spending most of his time in Baltimore with Kate. The move marked the start of an exciting new chapter. On April 10, 2026, Craig completely surprised Kate with a proposal she never saw coming. After she returned from a work trip, the plan was a quiet night in—but when Craig suggested checking out a new brewery on a perfect sunny day, Kate was all in. What she didn’t know was that he had decided this would be the moment. While Kate chatted away, completely unaware, Craig was coordinating behind the scenes—texting friends and even tipping off the bartender, who came out to capture the moment. Finally, he got a word in, got down on one knee, and asked the question. Kate was completely shocked—she doesn’t even remember what he said. It was the most special day of her life… made even more perfect by the fact that Marshall was there too. On October 3, 2026, Kate and Craig will say “I do” at the very same brewery where they got engaged. They can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter surrounded by the people they love most—and to keep building a life filled with love, laughter, and plenty more brewery visits.