I (Hannah) firmly believe we have one of the sweetest love stories. Although I suppose I mayyyy be biased. We met back in 2021, at our church.. go figure! Ryder began attending my lifelong church in the summer of 2021, at this time he gave his life to the Lord. I had been praying daily for 2 years for the Lord to bring me a Godly man, with patience, a kind heart, and a passion for ministry. Then, in 2021 I met Ryder while we were mutually serving at youth group. To say my every prayer was answered was an understatement.. however, it was by no means instant sparks- at least as far as I was concerned! But, for my sweet Ryder, it was love at first sight. We maintained a friendship with sporadic dates over the course of that year. Ryder pursued me with the same patient love that endures today. Finally, probably after Ryder said his prayers, I fell… really hard! On April 3rd 2022, we had our first date. On May 8th 2023, we made our relationship official. Over the duration of the next 11 months we would prove to be rather inseparable and quite in love. Then, on March 30th, 2024, Ryder asked me to continue life beside him as his wife. To which I replied “YES! PUT THE RING ON MY FINGER!” (The easiest yes I’ve ever said.) We are so excited to celebrate our marriage with you this October.