We're Getting Married!

It all started in a way we didn’t expect—on a dating app, of all places. At first, we were just two people looking for something lighthearted and fun. The plan? To keep things simple and uncomplicated. But as anyone who’s ever broken that cardinal rule will tell you, things don’t always go as planned. We quickly realized we were breaking the first (and most important) rule of being in a non-committed, casual relationship: Don’t catch feelings. It wasn’t long before those feelings crept in, despite our best efforts to keep things casual. What started as something easy soon turned into something we couldn’t deny—something real. Our first official date was at Cidercade, (also where Justin proposed) a place full of games, laughter, and the smell of delicious pizza! I, Micaela, remember thinking Justin was so quiet, barely saying anything. I was convinced that he wasn’t into me and that he would never speak to me again. Little did I know, Justin was just incredibly nervous. He wanted to make a good impression and was worried he’d say or do something to ruin it. But despite the nerves, there was an undeniable spark. The more we talked, the more we realized how much we had in common—our sense of humor, our love for adventure, food, pro-wrestling, and how effortlessly we clicked. From that day on, it felt like we were inseparable. Every moment, every conversation, just fit. As time passed, it became clear that we were meant to be more than just friends. Our connection grew stronger, deeper, and more meaningful with every passing day. Things that once felt difficult—communication, compromise, understanding—became natural. It was as if we’d known each other forever, even though we’d only just begun this chapter of our story. What started as something lighthearted and unexpected turned into the kind of love we had only dreamed of. And here we are, ready to begin the rest of our lives together, inseparable as ever. This is just the beginning of our happily ever after.