Once upon a time in the charming town of Erie, Pennsylvania, our adventure together began. It all started one fateful summer night at Coconut Joe's, the hotspot for good times, good outdoor weather, and great company. Through a mutual friend, our paths crossed, and sparks flew amidst laughter and music. Who knew that the place known for its northern palm trees and cocktails would also be the birthplace of our adventure together? As our love blossomed, Holly was deep into her studies in PA school while Ivan was busy engineering his dreams. Despite our hectic lives, we made time for each other, and the bond we shared grew stronger. Two months into dating, we decided to take a spontaneous car camping road trip halfway across the country to hit the slopes in Colorado. Little did we know that our first big adventure would include a hilarious misadventure: missing our hotel check-in and waking up in the parking lot with two feet of snow on the car! Talk about a chilly welcome! Not ones to shy away from adventure, we embarked on another epic journey eight months later, this time road-tripping from Pennsylvania to California. We visited as many national parks as we could, camping out of the car and soaking up nature’s beauty together. We even tackled Yosemite’s treacherous half dome hike! Of all the beautiful locations, we knew we had to go back to Lake Tahoe someday. Our love took us through four states—PA, KS, SC, and now TX—each stop filled with hiking, beaching, skiing, biking, running, and, of course, cooking up our favorite meals together. Ivan planned the perfect proposal on a hot summer night Mid-July 2024 on a beach at sunset in South Carolina. To make the moment even more special, he flew in Holly’s best friend as a surprise. It was magical and unforgettable! Now, we’re excited to share that we will be eloping in Lake Tahoe with our immediate families in June 2025. It’s a beautiful place close to our hearts, and we can't wait to celebrate our love there. But that’s not all! We’re thrilled to invite you to join us for a traditional wedding reception in Erie, PA, in August 2025. Get ready for an evening filled with love, laughter, and dancing as we celebrate this new chapter together. Here's to love, adventure, and the beautiful journey ahead!