We love because He first loved us. 1 John 4:19

Kurt and Michaela met during their time in College at Waynesburg University during Kurt’s senior year and Michaela’s sophomore year. Kurt & Michaela went on their first date on February 11, 2017. Soon after, on February 24th Kurt asked Michaela to be his girlfriend. Of course she couldn't say no! They spent as much time together as possible before Kurt graduated college in May. They enjoyed late night Sheetz runs, lunch outside at the Beehive on campus, and many ice cream dates. After Kurt graduated and Michaela moved home for the summer they had to adjust living 2.5 hours apart. They quickly learned to cherish facetiming each other & weekend visits. That summer they went on their first vacation together with Michaela's family to Pigeon Forge, TN. Fast forward 2 years & many weekend trips to see each other, Michaela had finally graduated college in May 2019. Michaela began the job search & finally accepted a teaching position in central PA close to Kurt. They were so excited to begin seeing each other more than every other weekend. On August 19, 2020, Kurt had planned for them to get their pictures taken by a photographer. Kurt told Michaela that they were getting pictures for a family Christmas gift. However, Kurt had other intentions & asked Michaela if she would marry him. She was ecstatic & of course said yes! Their adventure over the last 4 years has not been easy every step of the way, but they have embraced the journey & look forward to beginning their future together as Mr. & Mrs. Detwiler on September 11, 2021.