Haley moved to Washington, DC mid-summer 2021 to begin grad school determined to focus on her studies and not get distracted by dating. She made it a couple weeks when she realized she didn’t know anybody or how to meet people outside of an app. She thought “what’s the harm? It’s not like I’m going to find my husband.” Well…jokes on her. Six weeks after Haley moved she matched with Jordan on Hinge. His profile had the standards: cute guy on a hike, cute guy in a suit, cute guy patting a dog, cute guy taking a massive bite out of a sandwich (years later she learned his Dad helped him make this profile). But most importantly, he liked rock music and dogs. “Screw it” she said, and after only two days of talking asked him out on a date. Her first one in DC! On a warm and sunny late afternoon on September 7th, Jordan and Haley met at a rooftop bar overlooking the city skyline. They were the only ones at the bar, so they sat at the biggest table in the corner because it had the best view. They immediately acknowledged they catfished each other. Jordan’s profile said he was 6’7” (he’s 6’6.5”), and Haley had purple hair in all her photos (she’d just dyed it back to brown a week earlier). Not letting that ruin the night, the two proceeded to talk for over four hours. Eventually the bar was full, and they were still at the 6-top by themselves, oblivious. Jordan took a massive liking to Haley. How could he not? She also loved rock music and dogs, and half her wardrobe was from Hot Topic. Her dry and sarcastic sense of humor perfectly countered his goofy boy-next-door demeanor. They also bonded over their similar backgrounds, mutual interests and nerdiness, and love for their families. Both left that first date feeling the urge to know each other even more, and over two years later, Jordan proposed to Haley by the Georgetown Waterfront on November 11, 2023. Over the course of their relationship, Jordan and Haley have shared many memorable moments together; whether it be the annual Maryland Renaissance Fair, going to rock and metal concerts, exploring new breweries/cideries/wineries, or going to the local outdoor beer garden that doubles as a dog park to pet dogs. Now, a brand new chapter of their lives is about to begin with their upcoming marriage ceremony. With this next crucial step in their loving relationship, Jordan and Haley are looking forward to sharing the rest of their lives together and whatever that brings with it. Both hope to move up to Maine in the future, and they look forward to all their loved ones joining them in their favorite place to celebrate this life-changing event on June 28, 2025 at 1774 Inn.