Our story began in the most unexpected of ways, bringing two lives together from worlds apart. Andrea was a traveling medical student working at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, while Luke was serving in the Air Force 80 miles away at Edwards Air Force Base. We found each other on Hinge, a dating app, never guessing how much closer life would soon bring us. Our first date was one to remember — starting with dinner at a fittingly named spot, Smitten, and ending with laughter at a bad comedy set at Well's Comedy Club, where we quickly realized humor would be a foundation of our relationship. Despite our different backgrounds—Luke from South Dakota and Andrea from California—it felt like fate had guided us both to Bakersfield, a town that soon became the heart of our love story. Bakersfield has been more than just a backdrop; it’s where we’ve built countless memories, shared dreams of our future, and found a love worth celebrating. Now, we’re thrilled to come together with our loved ones here, where it all began, to mark the start of our next chapter in getting married!