It was a warm, lively evening at the Ostrich Festival, the kind of night filled with music, laughter, and the smell of fried festival food in the air. She had gone with her friend, Karin, intent on seeing Nelly perform live. As they stood in line for drinks, debating whether one cocktail or two would make it “Hot in Herr," she spotted him. He was walking away, clearly on his way out, but something about him made her pause. Maybe it was his smile, or the way he seemed completely out of place at this particular festival. Whatever it was, she knew she had to say something. Without overthinking it, she turned to Karin and said, “Hold my spot. I’ll be right back.” Gathering her courage, she approached him with a smile and a casual, “Hey, you look like you’re leaving—but I saw you from across the way and thought I'd introduce myself?” To her surprise, he stopped. He explained that he wasn’t there for the music or the drinks but to volunteer for a lacrosse fundraiser. His work was done, and he was ready to head home. Yet something about her made him change his mind. As they ended their coversation, he gently took her hand as they said goodbye, knowing they would see eachother again. The night ended, and so did their brief encounter. But fate wasn’t finished with them yet. For the next two weeks, life got in the way. She got busy, a little nervous, and admittedly ghosted him. He, on the other hand, couldn’t stop thinking about the confident, funny girl he’d met at the festival. Eventually, they reconnected, and when they finally spent real time together, everything clicked. It wasn’t just sparks—it was full-blown fireworks. The kind that light up the night sky and make you believe in something bigger than coincidence. The Ostrich Festival may have started as just another event, but for them, it became the place where their love story began. And now, as they prepare to tie the knot, they’re excited to share the next chapter with the people who’ve supported them every step of the way.