We're Getting Married!

In the middle of a chaotic year, a simple swipe turned into something magical. We met online during the 2020 lockdown in Chicago, first bonding over a shared longing for a return to brunching in the city. We spent weeks texting - sending memes, swapping stories, and building a connection that felt seamless. The conversation was constant, the laughter was genuine, and the smiles were effortless. Something just clicked. When we finally saw each other in person, in front of the Lakeview iHop, it felt like the world had been holding its breath. Our love story unfolded in the quiet intimate moments - watching movies, baking bread, slow dancing in the living room, and discovering the city together. Our first kiss happened on the rooftop of Jon's apartment, under a skyline that seemed to sparkle just for us. A month later, on Halloween, we made our relationship official. By 2024, we had built a life together under the same roof. Picnics at the beach, board game battles, concerts, casinos, and sports games were part of our routine. It's become more than just those exciting lucky moments, just as special now are the everyday rhythms of our life together - cooking dinner side by side, squeezing in workouts, tidying our home, and caring for Ari, who quickly became a model son. It isn't just about the adventures that we have; it's about the simple everyday moments that make our apartment feel like a home. As we step into the next chapter, we do so with full hearts, knowing that the best part of life isn't just the grand moments, but the everyday moments that we share together.