Like all modern fairytales, their story began with a swipe. Ian was at a conference in Virginia Beach, doing what any efficient multitasker would do: networking by day, swiping by night. When Jackie’s profile popped up, something felt different. A little bit of soccer and a whole lot of sarcasm—she was exactly what he had been waiting for. The next morning, Ian almost considered canceling their coffee date, but thankfully, fate intervened. What was supposed to be a quick meet-up before he headed back to Richmond turned into a conversation so good that Ian was late to his tee time—a true tragedy for a golfer, but a major win for love. It wasn’t just soccer that connected them. It was the way they balanced each other: Jackie brought the adventure, Ian brought the reason. And just like that, they both knew—this was something special. But love doesn’t always come easy (even when it feels easy). For a year, Richmond and Virginia Beach became well-worn routes, with only four weekends missed due to work. If love is measured in miles traveled, then these two were basically marathon runners. At home, their opposites-attract dynamic is perfectly mirrored in their dogs. Mila, the steady and logical one, and Naaji, the energetic and impulsive one. And then there’s the Aoife. Oh yeah—somewhere along the way, Ian, once a dog-only guy, officially became a "Cat Dad." Now, the five of them have created a home that is anything but boring. There's always "the next big idea", spontaneous trips, and probably some mild chaos, but Ian is there to keep the train on the tracks while Jackie makes sure the engine never stops moving. Together, they are unstoppable. And really, that’s all they ever wanted—a love filled with laughter, joy, and a future that’s one big adventure. After years of waiting for 'The One,' we finally found each other! So here we are, making it official. Join us as we say "I do!"