Our story began long before we ultimately realized it. We first met in 5th grade and became friends over the next few years, sharing laughs and memories throughout our school years. Although there were a couple of moments where the spark was there, life never quite aligned for us to date, and we remained friends throughout the years. After college, we moved to different cities (Colin in Milwaukee while Emily was in Cincinnati), each embarking on our own journeys. It wasn’t until Colin decided to make the move to Chicago that things truly began to fall into place. Emily, too, felt the pull of change, and soon found herself making the leap to the Windy City. It didn’t take long for us to reconnect in Chicago, and once we did, we decided to give a relationship a try as everything just seemed right. We began dating in 2019 and since then, we've built a life full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories together including exploring Chicago with friends, going on family vacations and traveling the world. Five and a half years later, we’re excited to share the next chapter of our journey with all of you in a city that means a lot to Emily’s family and was a significant part of Colin’s life.