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Lawrence Jackson

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Madeline Burgett

June 21

2025

How We Met

First comes baby, then comes marriage

Lawrence and Madeline's love story began in a way neither of them expected—on an online dating app called Hinge, which Madeline had initially been against. She had always envisioned meeting her soulmate the "traditional" way, but after a series of missed connections, she found herself open to trying something new during covid. Each of their planned dates fell through and began to feel like it was never meant to happen, yet against all odds, the third time truly turned out to be the charm. Little did she know, their story would unfold in a wonderfully untraditional way. From the very beginning, Lawrence and Madeline clicked. Their first outing took place at Bangers & Lace, a beloved staple in Wicker Park. Lawrence was immediately drawn to her, not just by her looks, but by the stylish white and pink Air Force Jordans 1's she was rocking. As for Madeline, she couldn't help but be amused by Lawrence's unexpected hobbies and passions, particularly his love for Harry Potter. His college Disney internship, where he dressed up as characters, struck her as both hilarious and surprisingly charming. Their connection was instant, and soon after, they were always on the move together. One of their first major adventures within the first 6 months of dating was a European vacation that Madeline planned for Lawrences birthday, and it took Lawrence completely by surprise. It was a perfect reflection of their shared love for travel, adventure, and personal growth. Over the next several months, they spent nearly every day together, savoring each moment. They explored new restaurants in the city, laughed at comedy shows, traveled to new places, biked along the lakefront, and simply relished each other's company. Their love grew effortlessly, bringing a sense of comfort and ease, even amidst their constant adventures. Lawrence, who was highly career-driven and goal-oriented, marked a significant milestone in his life by purchasing his first home in March of 2022. He brought Madeline along for the entire journey, and together, they envisioned a future that included moving in together and, eventually, building a family. To their surprise, their son, Juni, arrived just nine months after they settled into their home, filling their lives with joy. Despite the societal pressures of having a wedding before baby, Lawrence and Madeline knew they wanted to wait for the right moment to celebrate their love in a way that truly felt like *their* dream day. Their story, rich with love, adventure, and immense growth, continues to unfold beautifully—proof that sometimes the most extraordinary relationships come from the most unexpected places.

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