We first met back in middle school. At the time, he was the “too cool” guy who liked to tease and play the tough one- but somehow, even then, there was a spark between us. What started with childhood banter eventually grew into something so much deeper and lasting. Our first official date was at Olive Garden- a simple night, but one we’ll never forget. From that point on, our story began unfolding in ways we could never have imagined. One of the most meaningful moments of our journey came with the proposal. Knowing how close he was to his grandmother, and how much she meant to him, he chose to ask the question right at her bedside. She was very ill, and though she wouldn’t be with us to see our first home or future children, she was there to witness one of the most important milestones of our lives. That moment is forever etched in our hearts. Over the years, we’ve built memories through adventures big and small- from a cruise that sparked our love for travel to camping and swimming trips at the Wisconsin Dells. Each experience has brought us closer together and reminded us of how much joy we find in simply being with each other. What makes our relationship unique is the foundation it’s built upon: our shared faith in God, the values we hold close, and our unwavering commitment to grow together. We trust one another fully, and we trust that God is at the center of everything we build. With every new chapter, our love only deepens. This wedding isn’t just the start of a new journey- it’s the celebration of everything we’ve already shared, the love that God has blessed us with, and the promise of everything still to come.