We met thanks to two of our best friends-who are now married and standing with us in our wedding party. They saw something in our connection before we even did, and introduced us in a casual group setting with a few other friends. After that, Olivia made the first move by reaching out to Mike through Instagram DMs. One message turned into many, and not long after, we went on our first date. The rest unfolded from there. What’s grown since that first conversation is a relationship built on steady support, patience, and a shared love of the life we’re building together. Alongside our mini American Shepherd Lyla, we’ve created a home full of comfort and laughter-built on early morning coffees, movie marathons (Star Wars, Marvel, and anything in between), gym sessions, and quiet nights in. Balancing a relationship while navigating medical school hasn’t always been easy. Between long hours, unpredictable schedules, and time that never quite feels like enough, we’ve had to learn what it really means to support each other. Michael’s dedication to his path in medicine has been unwavering, and Olivia’s strength, understanding, and ability to bring calm into the chaos has made all the difference. We’ve built this life one step at a time, learning how to show up for each other no matter what’s going on outside our front door. We’re endlessly grateful for the friends and family who’ve played such important roles in our story. You’ve celebrated our milestones, comforted us through challenges, and taught us what true commitment and unconditional love look like. We wouldn’t be here without you. We’re so excited to celebrate this next chapter surrounded by all of you! Love, Olivia & Michael