Joe and Kate first met on the frisbee field in a church small group. Months later, the two got to know each other for the first time off the field at a BBQ social with their small group. So began a friendship that grew and strengthened through food festivals, trivia nights, and more frisbee. On January 8, 2016, Kate and Joe went on their first date in Birmingham. Over a tray of baked oysters, Joe knew something was different. After a whole night of easy and fun conversation, Kate knew it too. So began a relationship full of good food, exciting travels, abundant time outdoors, endless movies, and of course, Alabama football. A PhD carried Kate to Tuscaloosa while a new job carried Joe to Huntsville, but no matter the distance or what city they were in on any given weekend, their love and commitment to each other continued to grow. On November 21, 2020, the couple hiked to a favorite overlook in Huntsville, AL. Swarmed by lady bugs, Joe got down on one knee and asked Kate to be his wife and forever adventure buddy. It was the easiest yes of her life! On July 17, 2021, we will say “I do” and start one of the greatest adventures of our lives as one. We hope that you can join us for a celebration of love! See you in the Ham!