It started with a simple message of "Hey there!! How's your night?" on Bumble, one late December evening in 2019. Christian was smitten by her Grinch costume, Kelly only wanted him for his Bob Ross wig. Their first date was at Ann Arbor Brewing Company. Their second date was also at Ann Arbor Brewing Company, but this time with all of her local friends in attendance. He passed the test and they would continue to communicate after she headed back to Washington. They would go on to date long distance with multiple trips to visit each other. Their relationship would continue to grow through a pandemic, a cross-country move, and multiple additional fur babies. All of these things caused their love for each other to become stronger and stronger. In December 2023, Christian and Kelly decided it was time to take the next step. Surrounded by festive décor and their fateful four legged family, Kelly said yes and they were engaged. We are excited for you to join us as we say "I do" in February!