Ryan and Mariah’s story began in the heat of Arizona in 2021, a place neither of them expected to find love but exactly where the universe had other plans. They were both invited to be in a metal music video—a scene far from Ryan’s usual vibe, especially since he was the only one that rolled up in cowboy boots. Mariah, on the other hand, was in her element. With her edgy style, she fit the metal vibe perfectly and was clearly the standout of the whole production. They needed Ryan and his friends to pull up on their Harleys-Davidsons, for a quintessential rock-and-roll entrance. They needed Mariah to… Be herself. After the shoot wrapped, Ryan couldn’t resist talking to Mariah. His opening line? “How’s your back after carrying that whole music video?” She smiled, laughed, and gave back some witty remarks. In that moment, they knew there was compatibility. As they chatted, it didn’t take long to realize that despite their different looks, they had more in common than either of them had anticipated. That very night, they discovered they were both adopted—a bond that brought an unexpected depth to the dating process and relationship as a whole. They also shared athletic and musical backgrounds, a similar sense of humor, a love for God, and undoubtedly, they both came from amazing families. Weeks flew by, and before they knew it, they couldn’t stay away from each other. Through a series of serendipitous experiences, trusting decisions, and a couple twists of fate, they soon realized they were meant to take on the trek of life together, forever.