On July 7, 2025, we will exchange vows on the island of Ios, Greece, with our parents by our side. As we prepare for this day, our hearts are full of gratitude for you—our beloved friends and family. Your love and prayers mean the world to us. You’ve stood by us through laughter, support, and memories that shape who we are. While we’re thrilled to wed in Greece, we deeply miss having you there. To share this moment with you, we’ve hired two incredible photographers and videographers to capture our day and create a wedding video. We can’t wait for you to see the joy and love of our celebration. Your prayers and well-wishes keep you close in spirit as we exchange vows. We’re eager to return and celebrate with you, sharing stories and the video of our special day. Thank you for your unwavering support and for being our community. Please keep us in your prayers as we step into marriage, trusting in God’s plan. Check out our stories below! With all our love, 
Mattie & Caleb

A Leap of Faith and a New Adventure: After a tough breakup, I packed up my life and moved to Ohio, diving into a new job with a fresh perspective. Romance was the furthest thing from my mind—I was focused on settling in and trusting God’s plan for me. But, as He often does, God had a surprise in store. A close family friend texted me out of the blue: “I’m setting you up on a date!” The name she mentioned, Caleb, rang a bell. He was the chiropractor my family trusted, and though I’d never met him, his reputation preceded him. We agreed to meet for coffee, and from the moment we sat down, something clicked. Our conversation flowed effortlessly—stories of travel, dreams, and little quirks that made us laugh. I left that coffee shop feeling lighter than I had in months. That same night, I realized I was attending a wedding in South Carolina that weekend, but my plus-one had fallen through. During our chat, Caleb had mentioned his love for spontaneous adventures, and though I’m not usually one to leap without looking, I took a chance. I texted him, asking if he’d join me for the wedding. To my surprise, he said yes—despite it meaning a 20-hour round-trip car ride with my family, whom he already knew as patients. That weekend was a whirlwind. Sharing laughs, stories, and quiet moments on the road brought us closer than I could’ve imagined. By the time we returned, I knew this was something special. A week later, during a quiet evening walk, Caleb asked me to be his girlfriend. From there, our love for adventure took over. We planned a camping trip to Michigan so I could show him my roots, and soon we were exploring the Upper Peninsula, Colorado, Dallas, Atlanta, and Arkansas. Whether we’re hiking, hunting, working out, or just watching movies, being with Caleb feels like home. He’s my best friend, my balance, and my biggest cheerleader. Just a few months into dating, Caleb told me he knew I was the one. Ten months later, he proposed at Gervasi Vineyard, a place we’d made countless memories. We’d already been dreaming about our future, tossing around ideas for a micro or destination wedding. One night, as we planned a summer trip to Greece, I turned to him and said, “What if we just got married there?” It felt right—our love for travel and each other made it the perfect setting. Though we’ll miss our friends and family, we’re overjoyed that our parents will join us in Greece for this milestone. Caleb is more than I ever dreamed of—a man of faith, strength, and love who challenges me to be my best self. I’m endlessly grateful for God’s plan that brought us together. Everyday I wake up like I’m living in a Hallmark movie and I love every second of it.

God’s Perfect Timing My twenties were a rollercoaster of relationships that taught me hard lessons but left me searching for something deeper. After moving back to Ohio and building my chiropractic practice, I felt content but incomplete. I realized what I was missing was a true connection with God. I dove into faith, got baptized, and surrendered my life to His will. For the first time, I wasn’t chasing anything—I was happy. One Saturday night, sitting alone at home, I thanked God for my journey and the peace I’d found. Not 15 minutes later, my phone buzzed with a text from a family friend: “Are your ears burning?” Confused, I jokingly asked if she was talking about great chiropractors. Nope—she was setting me up with Mattie. I was hesitant at first. Mattie was 22, and I remembered how immature I’d been at that age. But something told me to give it a chance. I texted her, and we met for coffee. She was shy but sharp, sketching helicopter diagrams and sharing stories about travel that lit up her eyes. I was hooked. I saw past her guarded walls and knew I wanted to know more. That night, she texted me, asking if I’d be her plus-one for a wedding in South Carolina—that weekend. It meant a 20-hour car ride with her family, who were my patients, but I said yes. That trip changed everything. Somewhere between the road trip laughs and quiet moments, I fell in love. Mattie was different—God had brought me the woman I didn’t know I needed. Our relationship took off like one of our adventures. We camped in Michigan, explored Colorado, and traveled everywhere from Dallas to Arkansas, my dogs in tow. Each day with Mattie got better, and I still look at her and marvel at God’s gift. Early on, I knew I wanted to marry her. I proposed ten months later at Gervasi Vineyard, our favorite spot. We’d already been dreaming of a wedding—maybe small, maybe somewhere far-flung. One night, as we planned a summer trip to Greece, Mattie suggested we get married there. It was perfect. Our love for travel and each other made it feel meant to be. Missing our friends and family stings, but I’m grateful our parents will be there—especially my mom, who’s braving a transatlantic flight for her oldest son’s wedding. Mattie is my answered prayer, a reminder that God’s plans are always better than my own. Our story is proof of His redeeming love, and I can’t wait to build a life with her.