"I have found the one whom my soul loves."

Leah and Ethan’s story began halfway across the world in Greece, where a chance encounter on a cruise ship changed everything. Far from home, they met on a boat dock, where Leah spotted Ethan near the pool, thought he was cute, and boldly bought him a drink. They chatted briefly, and Ethan was captivated by her beauty, joy, faith, and personality. Leah found Ethan handsome, strong, mature, perfectly tan, and was pleasantly surprised to learn he was also from the Midwest. Over the next few days, long conversations revealed how deeply their values aligned. Being so far from home, both felt that God was gently pulling them together in a way neither expected. On the final day, they exchanged numbers and shared an adorably awkward goodbye, with Ethan going in for a full hug while Leah offered a half hug. They parted ways in Santorini, but about a week later Ethan texted asking if he could visit Leah in Iowa. She said yes, so he came, met the family, and the connection only grew stronger. The rest, as they say, is history. A love story that started at sea.