Ryan and I met on a blind date in May of 2019. Ryan's cousin, Lauren (Maid of Honor) setup a triple date for us to go on just for fun. We played putt putt at Gator Golf, went to get ice cream and then ended the night at an arcade. Ryan was different from the start. We had a connection that only grew and grew as we talked and began to understand each other's hearts. Right off the bat I was hoping that he liked me as much as I liked him. He did. :) Shortly after meeting him, we decided We didn't know this day would be the day that would bring us together with the person we'd been waiting for. It felt like the stars had finally aligned and quickly we were all in. Ryan was very upfront about the fact that he had two babies. The most beautiful and wonderful babies in the world. I knew that if this was going to work, it was going to be lots of work. But we both agreed that introducing me would be the easy part. We all met up at the park and played some basketball. Bentley loved to throw the basketball into the water and Ryan had to go get it several times. Laylah loves to swing and just wanted me to push her on the swingset and she was happy. I remember this day as being so soaked in joy. It was like we clicked. It may sound silly, but we all felt as if a piece of ourselves was found in that moment. On 12.25.19 He asked me the question I'd been hoping to hear since the day we met. "Will you marry me?" That was the easiest question I've ever had to answer. I have no doubt that this life is one that has been perfectly crafted for us all. We've gone through ups and downs and every time it makes our love stronger. When I'm with you, I know that everything has been worth it. Every moment has led to this one and every prayer has been answered. We will endlessly be thankful to our wonderful Father in Heaven for those stars aligning that evening at Gator Golf.

We decided we wanted to get married on our date no matter what and are still confident that we’ve made proper provisions to make sure you’re safe. We hope this does not affect your attendance, but we understand if it does. If you do need to cancel your original R.S.V.P. Please let me know. Even though we’ve decided to roll with it and have a one-of-a-kind “Rona Wedding” There will be a few guests that are severely at risk if they were to get the Coronavirus and I want to be sure that I’m doing right by them and keeping every measure in place for the day of the wedding. - The wedding will be taking place outside, so we are confident that we can still maintain social-distancing efforts. We have a limited capacity at our wedding so we feel it is a safe number. - The reception will be inside, however we will be encouraging you to space out between guests and be courteous of each other’s space in lines to get food/drinks etc. - Masks will be provided to you when you arrive! We know that there are exceptions and things that change this circumstance, so if you’re unable to wear one, please be respectful of the people around you. - If you are within the CDC guidelines to wear a face mask, we ask that you wear one as a courteousy to those that are susceptible. - Mask wearing will not be strictly enforced, but heavily encouraged! Photos being the momentary exception for this. - There will be hand sanitizer as you enter to use, as will we have “shareable” baskets of amenity (i.e. sunscreen/bug spray/water) items you may want to use before the ceremony. There will also be multiple places to find hand sanitizer throughout the night! - We will be taking everyone’s temperature, upon arrival. - If you have a fever, or have been in contact with someone that has the Coronavirus, please do not come to the wedding. We would hate to see you miss out on our day, but the health of everyone is a sacrifice that we understand has to be made sometimes.