Laura and Don both went to undergrad at Indiana University, but met only once very briefly in 2013, despite having overlapping social circles throughout school. In August 2016 Don had recently moved back to Chicago after living out west after graduation. By a chance of fate, Laura was out for drinks on a patio one night and spotted Don walking through River North. Laura practically ran home and swiftly asked mutual friends to set them up on a 'blind' double date (thank you Katie & Tyler!) Laura and Don continued dating and made things official. They moved in together in the spring of 2019, continuing to enjoy all that downtown Chicago has to offer. On June 13, 2020, during a visit back to Indiana, Don completely surprised Laura with a candlelit dinner, where he made some of their favorite dishes from dinners throughout the years, and ended the meal with a proposal. She was in shock but said Yes! Their immediate families were waiting nearby and quickly showed up for a surprise celebration. Dec 11, 2021, Laura and Don will start the next chapter of their relationship, surrounded by friends and family in one of their favorite places. We can't wait to say 'I Do!'