Some love stories start with a single spark; ours had a few false starts before finally catching fire. We matched on an online dating site several times over the course of a year—always connecting, always chatting, but never quite making that leap to meet in person. Then, in September 2021, Thomas sent Katelyn a simple “Happy Birthday” message. That small gesture turned into a real conversation, and this time, we finally made a plan to meet. Our first date was at Top Golf, where Thomas technically won most of the games (though Katelyn would argue otherwise). But whether it was the competitive spirit or just undeniable chemistry, that night changed everything. As our relationship grew, so did our adventures. In 2022, we made the big move to Indianapolis—Thomas for his new job at Riley Children’s Hospital, and Katelyn following not long after for a new career opportunity after 10 years at her family’s company. While it was a big transition, it quickly became our home. Along the way, we’ve filled our lives with the things we love: Cheering on the Eagles every Sunday, playing Fortnite and other video games together (yes, sometimes things get competitive), cooking, grilling, and enjoying great food, and raising our little zoo—two dogs, Carson and Finn, and two cats, Poppy and Violet (named after two of Katelyn’s favorite book characters) In September 2024, we reached another milestone: buying our first home together. That house became even more special when, just a few months later, in December 2024, Thomas asked Katelyn to marry him in the best possible way—right inside the home we had built together. Now, we’re so excited to celebrate our next chapter with all of you!