Mary and Matthew met online, doing what nerds love best, playing video games! In November 2019, they officially began dating, navigating the challenges of a long-distance relationship with countless calls, visits, and goodbyes that always came too soon. After several months of back and forth travel, Mary and Matthew did what any logical couple would do after five months together - Mary moved from Chicago, IL to Nashville, TN to be with Matthew in the height of COVID-19 in March of 2020. A year and a half later, the pair decided Nashville was not for them, and decided to hunker down in Noblesville, IN! Since, the pair adopted their beloved dog, Figaro and bought a home. After Mary graduated from the Police Academy in December 2023, Matthew knew it was time to write the next page of their story. Nearly a year later, in November 2024, surrounded by family and overflowing love, Matthew got down on one knee and asked Mary the easiest question she’s ever had to answer. And, of course… she said yes.