Lia and Roger met in April of 2021 for a walk around the park; after rescheduling twice it was clear the third time's a charm. He drove her to the airport, and then they FaceTimed every day for the two weeks she was away. When she returned from her travels, he picked her up from her flight, and since then they haven't left each other's side. They matched later in their already full lives, and were surprised and delighted by how effortlessly they fell in step. Roger was born in Osnabruck, Germany, and began his studies as a veterinarian in Berlin, finishing his last year in Iowa. Lia was born and raised in Manila, Philippines, and emigrated to San Francisco to have her second of two beautiful daughters, Nikki and Francesca. Always the cosmopolitan business woman, Lia found a kindred spirit in Roger, who finds peace in the country surrounded by animals (23 to be exact: horses, donkeys, pigs, goats, cats, dogs, finches and fish)! They share a commitment to their careers, loyalty to their friends and family, and a deep generosity and kindness towards any who have the pleasure of meeting them. We celebrate their union this weekend because of the much needed joy and love they bring to the world in partnership!