We're getting married!

Our love story began in October 2016 while we were working at a YMCA in Grand Rapids, MI. We didn't work the same schedule so we thought nothing of our first meeting. Then on a cold day in January 2017, we happened to be working together. While giving a tour of the facility, Luke complimented Johanna on her abilities as a Wellness Specialist. She blushed so bad that Luke knew she wouldn't say no if he asked her on a date. Our first date was at a local brewery called The Mitten. At the time, Johanna didn't like beer so Luke profusely apologized for taking her to a brewery. Thankfully, the brewery also had ciders so Johanna didn't give him a hard time. After discovering a mutual love for adventure, animals, and coffee, the rest became history!

In September 2019, we planned a boating trip on Lake Powel with some of our closest friends from Michigan. We spent the weekend boating, tubing, camping, and exploring slot canyons. Before leaving on Sunday, Luke suggested we take some pictures. After taking a couple of pictures, Johanna, already preparing her power pose for the next picture, turned towards Luke to find him down on one knee. Johanna said, "YES!", and just like that, we were engaged! We're so excited to celebrate this next chapter of our lives with you! See you in The Mitten!

We were married on the shores of Lake Superior in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore near Grand Marais, MI in the Fall of 2020. It was a small wedding due to COVID, but very memorable. It was about 45 degrees and very windy with gusts of wind up to 40 mph. We’re very excited to finally be able to celebrate our marriage with all of you!