In the spring of 2022, Jennifer’s roommate Paige had a spontaneous idea — join the Young Professionals League Softball team. Jennifer hadn’t played since elementary school, but something about the idea felt exciting. Maybe it was the promise of warmer days, the thrill of something new, or just a chance to get out and meet people. What she didn’t know then was that saying "yes" to softball would change her life. The league had one rule: you could only sign up with one person you already knew. That meant the rest of the team would be filled with new faces — and among them, one in particular would come to matter more than she could have imagined. In May 2022, Jennifer met Nick for the first time as they gathered with their team for the season opener. What began as casual weekly games and friendly chatter slowly turned into something more. Week after week, Nick found reasons to talk to Jennifer — quick smiles in the dugout, shared jokes after a play, little moments that started to add up. It wasn’t long before those Wednesday nights became something they both looked forward to a little more than they admitted. Eventually, Nick took a chance. A few Instagram DMs later, Jennifer agreed to go on their first date. He planned it all as a surprise: on June 18th, 2022, they brought their own drinks to a rage room, where Jennifer — in one unforgettable moment — rescued a church figurine from a pile of smashables. They laughed, let loose, and finished the night over Mexican food and live music at Kirby’s Beer Store. It wasn’t just a great date — it was the start of something real. From there, their story unfolded naturally. Seasons changed, games ended, and life moved forward — but their connection only deepened. In October 2024 on Jennifer’s 30th birthday, Nick planned another surprise — this one even more unforgettable. At the serene Elderslie Farm, surrounded by the golden hues of fall, he got down on one knee and asked Jennifer to be his forever. As she said yes, her joy turned to astonishment once more when their families emerged to celebrate — her Matron of Honor, Maid of Honor and his Best Man among them, all gathered to witness the moment. Jennifer and Nick will escape to the tropical paradise of St. Lucia for their honeymoon — a fitting start to a lifetime of adventure together.