We met in 2022 the way many modern love stories begin: through a dating app and just enough optimism to say yes to a first date at a brewery in Ballard. We had a beer, got to talking, and it just felt easy. No pressure, no overthinking — just good conversation that neither of us wanted to end. As we spent more time together, things naturally fell into place. There were taco runs, weekend adventures, and eventually the real test: introducing our pets. Ollie, my rescue pup with strong opinions and a soft spot for snacks, met Terry, Nick’s rescue cat — a fearless tripod with main character energy and zero patience for nonsense. Somehow, they figured it out and so did we. Now here we are, planning a wedding and building a life filled with laughter, shared takeout, and a very delicate peace treaty between a dog who thinks he’s in charge and a cat who actually is. We can’t wait to celebrate with all of you!