You can thank the creation of an indoor soccer team for how we met - thank you Man Chest Hair United! A friendship soon developed over the mutual love for sushi, a common interest in rowing and fitness, and a “don't take ourselves too seriously" attitude. A few months later, Sara moved back to Ithaca, NY for a residency. Matt wasn’t going to let that stop him, making the trek East as much as he could. In Ithaca, Sara got her first puppy, George. And once Matt received George’s approval it was smooth sailing!

Living on Lake Michigan does have its benefits. After a nice dinner in downtown Saint Joseph, Matt walked Sara down to Silver Beach to watch the sunset. With the sky dancing with beautiful colors, Matt got down on one knee and asked Sara to makes his dreams come true!