Our story unfolded like the perfect Valentine’s rom-com—stolen glances, unexpected laughter, and a world-class couch nap that made everything click. He’s the human version of a perfectly broken-in hoodie—warm, dependable, and just a little bit saucy (thanks to an enthusiastic relationship with pasta night). She’s the ultimate carry-on—compact, adventure-ready, and sprinkled with just enough cat hair to prove she travels with heart. Together, we’ve found our rhythm—somewhere between a lucky sports card pull and a spontaneous plane ticket. And this Valentine’s weekend, we’re teeing off on forever—with hearts wide open, and love leading the way!
Our proposal was nothing short of a buzzer-beater moment. On November 7, 2025, after an amazing dinner at Wioletta's Polish Kitchen in Oak Creek, WI, we headed to Fiserv Forum for the Bucks vs. Bulls showdown with family by our side. Outside the arena, Brett took his shot—and Kate said YES! To celebrate, Cheryl and Mariana surprised Kate with a white Bucks hat adorned with a bridal veil, the perfect touch of team spirit and wedding magic. The Bucks scored big, but so did we. Love is officially in the starting lineup, and we’re ready for a lifetime of wins together.
When my daughter asked us to write about the moment we knew Brett was “the one,” we realized it wasn’t just one moment at all—it was countless small ones. The way they treat each other with patience, respect, and steady love. The way they try new things for each other—like Katie enjoying Bucks games and even surviving a Packers game for Brett. We’ve watched Brett turn into a proud cat dad despite being a lifelong dog guy, and we’ve seen them share hobbies—thrifting, sports card shows, traveling, cruising, hunting for the best baked French onion soup, and now golfing together. Little Valentine moments woven into everyday life. Through challenges—medical issues, home projects, and life’s ups and downs—they stand together. They communicate, they compromise, and they always choose each other. They praise in public and handle disagreements privately, and that speaks volumes. We truly believe Brett and Katie were meant to find each other, and it fills our hearts knowing they’re exactly where they belong—together. – Cheryl Milan & Brad Lord The moment we knew Kate was "the one" came on Thanksgiving 2024. We watched her and Brett move around the kitchen together—chopping, stirring, laughing—and everything just felt easy. Natural. Like the two of them had already been a team far longer than that single holiday evening. And then there were the small things, the ones that quietly reveal real love. Kate’s organized, calendar‑color‑coding magic brought a calm steadiness to Brett’s days. She even got him waking up earlier (which, frankly, we thought required divine intervention). And the way she encouraged the parts of him that make him "him"—giving him space to do his own thing—was something we noticed immediately. None of it was loud or showy. It was steady, genuine, and full of heart. And that’s when we knew. - Cindy & Neal Johnson We knew Brett was the one for Kate the moment he shared what he loved most—his passion for sports. And Kate? She loved him enough to jump right in, to cheer alongside him, support him, and embrace game days with open arms… even if she cheers for the wrong team. BEAR DOWN! - Thomas Buckley & Colleen Novak