Some love stories spark instantly, but ours unfolded slowly, like a trail winding its way to a breathtaking view. We first met in high school through mutual friends and one of Connor's hockey games. That same night on the way home from Ice World Arena, Tiffany spotted her first ever shooting star- a quiet little nudge from the universe that would only reveal its meaning with time. After exchanging numbers, our initial friendship began to take shape, but life had other plans for us at the time. For years we stayed loosely connected from a distance, unaware of how meaningful we would be in each other's lives in due time. On a summer night in 2019, we went on our first official date at Sushi Kuu, which quickly developed into a summer filled with hikes, lake days, and the blending of our friend groups. This unforgettable summer quickly stitched together the development of 'us'. We continued dating through the seasons to follow, adjusting to a long-distance relationship that spanned from Rutgers University all the way to Bryn Athyn College. In 2021 following this period of alternating weekend drives to visit one another, we moved into our home in Towaco. Soon after we adopted our pups, Finn and Levi, and together continued filling our lives with family, friends, and adventure. Whether camping under the stars, chasing waterfalls in national parks, or savoring quiet afternoons, our happiest memories have always been experienced side by side. In the fall of 2024, our love for nature led us to Acadia National Park in Maine, a bucket-list trip we would never forget. Known as the first place the sun rises in the U.S., we woke up at 4am on October 12th, grabbed the dogs and our headlamps, and hiked to the top of the mountain to catch the first light of day. At the perfect peak of sunrise, surrounded by colorful leaves, mountains, and the ocean, Connor got down on one knee and proposed. It was truly an intimate, picture perfect moment. We spent the rest of the trip exploring the peaceful trails and views of Acadia, with a stop in Ogunquit, a place that holds childhood memories for Connor and now is a part of our shared story too. Looking back, it feels as though every twist and turn has led us here, to the start of our greatest adventure yet. We are endlessly grateful for the life we've built, the love we've found in each other, and the journey that's led us to our wedding day. We cannot wait to share this unforgettable milestone with each and every one of you.