Our first date was at 9:00am on Parlee's 23rd birthday, which was unknown to Emily until that morning. Luckily, the birthday date was a hit and the rest is history. Within our first two years of dating we experienced a global pandemic, two college graduations, a move across the country, two cat adoptions, and ultimately a return to Madison, WI which we love so much. Our life together is full of our favorite people and places, great food and drinks, and all the cat snuggles we could ever want. Emily popped the question first in Door County, WI in October 2023 and Parlee returned the favor this Summer with an amazing Chicago getaway. We are beyond excited to take this next step with each other and celebrate our wedding with all of you!