Enjoy the moment of our proposal, captured by Dawn’s son Taylor and witnessed by her Dad on Father’s Day! It was ALSO Dawn’s parents’ 51st Anniversary! 😍
Like many modern-day love stories, Dawn and Dov met online—through Match.com—and discovered fairly soon that something special was unfolding. Their first date turned into a three-hour conversation (Dov barely touched his food!), and from there, a deep friendship began to bloom. Over the past two years, their relationship has been rooted in trust, growth, and shared values. From spiritual retreats to chiropractic conferences, from navigating the complexities of parenting to showing up for each other’s communities, their love has unfolded with care and intention. Just six weeks after meeting, Dov joined Dawn for the Mile High Chiropractic Movement, and was welcomed into her world—and her heart—with warmth and grace. From the start, he showed up not only for Dawn, but for her son Taylor, with a kindness and steadiness that spoke volumes. Both had known heartbreak. Both had walked winding paths. And both had waited—well into their mid-to-late 40s—for a love that felt truly right. Now, they are building something grounded and expansive—together. Those who know Dawn and Dov know them as people of service—each in their own way. So perhaps an element of what they cherish most together is how they find joy and rest in each other. Whether it’s gazing at the stars from the hot tub, watching a movie after a long day, laughing at an exploding jar of salad dressing, or playing Legos and laughing with Taylor over his shenanigans with Tom their Snowshoe Siamese cat, their connection is filled with genuine play and warmth. Dov has a light-hearted streak, too—like taping the kitchen sprayer for a good-natured prank, turning the garden hose into a tool of surprise and laughter, or never missing the chance to floor it through a tunnel in his Dodge Challenger RT—the “real” Challenger, as he proudly calls it. One of Dawn’s favorite memories so far came during a particularly rough patch—at the beginning of what turned into a long, painful journey with a failed root canal. She was in so much pain she had to miss a rare day of work—something she hadn’t done in a decade. Dov, attuned to her needs, decided what she needed most was rest, healing, and hot springs. He whisked her away for a peaceful weekend escape, just the two of them. On the drive home, Dawn was playing Light of Love by Jai-Jagdeesh — gentle Sanskrit mantras filling the car with sacred serenity. Then they entered a tunnel. Without hesitation, Dov hit the gas. The Challenger let out a deep, echoing roar that bounced off the tunnel walls, completely juxtaposed with the peaceful chanting inside. It was awesome! Like two worlds colliding—in harmony. A moment of hilarity and sweetness, deeply them. Their life together is made of these small, meaningful moments—both sacred and silly. And while this wedding is a celebration of their love, it’s also something more. Dawn and Dov believe that a wedding is not just about two people—it’s about the community that surrounds them, the love that uplifts them, and the inspiration that ripples outward across humanity. With several in their circle—and in the world at large—walking through grief, illness, uncertainty, and the realness of life’s challenges, this moment of joy feels like a breath of fresh air. It’s a reminder that love is still possible, even—and especially—in tender times. Their hope is that this union offers more than a beautiful memory. They hope it offers a sense of renewal. A spark of hope. A reminder of what’s possible when hearts stay open, even after all the winters. They are so honored to have you witness and celebrate this next chapter with them. And if their love can rekindle or inspire love in others, then the celebration becomes even more sacred.