Briana and David’s love story began in 2020 when they swiped right on Bumble during one of the most challenging times in recent history. Briana, a respiratory therapist, was tirelessly working on the frontlines during COVID, while David was completing his clinicals as a student occupational therapist. Their initial connection blossomed into endless back-and-forth messages, building a bond through words and shared values. After a few weeks of chatting, Briana gave David her number, marking the start of something extraordinary. Busy schedules made it difficult to meet at first, but fate finally brought them together on the Fourth of July in 2020. Fireworks lit up the sky as they spent their first date getting to know each other—a perfect metaphor for the sparks that had already begun to fly. As the summer faded, distance became a new challenge. Briana was rooted in Jacksonville, Florida, while David lived a couple hours away in Savannah, Georgia. Despite the miles, their love grew stronger as they took turns visiting one another, making every reunion feel like a celebration. They navigated a medium-distance love with patience, trust, and dedication until they decided it was time to close the gap. In November 2021, they moved in together, excited to finally share their daily lives under one roof. In September 2023, David planned a surprise trip that would change their lives forever. The couple traveled to Japan, a destination they had both dreamed of visiting. One magical evening in Osaka, as they strolled through a scenic garden, David led Briana to a heart-shaped arch. It was there, surrounded by the beauty of the moment and the wonder of a new adventure, that David got down on one knee and proposed. Their journey, marked by resilience, adventure, and unconditional love, brought them to this joyous moment: their wedding day. Briana and David celebrate not only their union but the incredible path that brought them together. From late-night texts during hectic work shifts to crossing oceans for the proposal, their story is a testament to love’s power to overcome all obstacles. Surrounded by their closest family and friends, they embark on the next chapter of their lives, ready to face whatever the future holds—together.