"We met the modern way—on Hinge! Holly swiped right, thinking Jim would be funny, and it turned out, she was right. After a few conversations, Jim planned a perfect first date at Trattoria Roma. Over a bottle of wine and delicious Italian food, we dove deep into conversations about family, travel, and our relationship goals. Time flew by, and before we knew it, we had shut the restaurant down! As the night came to an end, Jim sweetly kissed Holly’s cheek... and in a funny twist, Holly accidentally kissed his neck. That moment still makes us laugh!"

"Falling in love with each other wasn’t a single moment, but a collection of little things that slowly revealed how much we meant to one another. Every day, we discovered new reasons to smile and appreciate each other even more. At the heart of our relationship has always been communication—it’s what has kept us connected through all of life’s moments, big and small. It’s those small moments that showed us how deep our love was becoming. Like when Holly came over with a fan and declared, 'If I’m staying the night, you need a fan!' Or when Jim was so lost for words staring at Holly before a movie that the world seemed to stop for a moment. There was that magical evening at the fair, riding the skylift, where we kept saying, 'feeling the feels,' or our unforgettable trip to Cleveland, where we were definitely the grooviest pair of 30-year-olds at a party full of 25-year-olds. We’ve shared countless nights dancing in the kitchen, cozy conversations on the porch, and joyful dances at weddings, all while saying 'I love you' more times than we can count. From traveling together to New York and embracing our love under the city lights to spending time with our sweet nieces, each adventure has only brought us closer. There isn’t a day that goes by where we don’t fall more in love with each other. It’s in these everyday moments, woven with laughter, connection, and love, that our story continues to grow."

"Our proposal was a moment straight out of a dream. Jim, with a family diamond passed down from his grandmother, couldn’t wait to have it crafted into the perfect ring. Once it was ready, his excitement took over, and he moved his proposal plans up by months—he just couldn’t wait to ask Holly to be his forever. Holly had her suspicions something was coming, dropping hints and asking playful questions to confirm her hunch. When the day came, Jim created an intimate and unforgettable moment on the Dublin Bridge Park Bridge. With a friend secretly capturing photos and a surprise celebration planned with both of our families nearby, everything was perfectly set. When Jim got down on one knee, Holly was overwhelmed with emotion and joy, sobbing as she said yes. Later, she admitted that in the excitement, she only truly heard, 'I LOVE YOU, will you marry me?' Ever thoughtful, Jim took a quiet moment to repeat his words of love, letting the significance of the moment sink in. We celebrated with our families over drinks and brunch, soaking in the joy of the day. It was the perfect start to the rest of our lives."

"Our engagement has been a journey filled with adventure, love, and unforgettable memories. From the very start, we’ve embraced every moment together, making this chapter of our story truly special. We traveled to Maine to celebrate the love of dear friends, then hit the road for a 'YESMOON'—a road trip through Oregon and Washington to honor saying 'yes' to forever. Along the way, we explored National Parks, wandered along breathtaking coastlines, and soaked in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Another adventure took us to Reno and Lake Tahoe, where we created even more cherished memories. Closer to home, we’ve celebrated milestones with our families, including Jim’s grandmother’s 90th birthday and our nieces’ 1st and 2nd birthdays. We also moved in together during this time, discovering the joy of building a home and falling even more in love every single day. Our engagement has been about more than just planning a wedding—it’s been about celebrating our love story, savoring the little moments, and creating memories we’ll carry with us for a lifetime."