Our first date was a casual coffee meetup at Benelux one Saturday morning where we spent several hours sitting on a bench talking, stumbling through a few awkward silent moments, and admiring Ben's dog Brooks. Good move on Ben's part to bring the dog! Fast-forward 8 years, and Ben proposed with his Grandmother's ring at home on New Year's Eve just seconds from midnight. It was quiet, casual, loving, and the perfect representation of our relationship. There was even a second proposal after the ring came at the scene of the first three dates (Benelux, Goodberry's, and Cantina 18 in the Village District). We are so excited to share our special day with those near and dear to us - thank you for being a part of it!