We got married!!

Michael and Presley’s story had all the makings of a slow-burn romance—full of missed signals, playful persistence, and just the right amount of drama (courtesy of high school musicals). After first meeting back in middle school, they reconnected during senior year, finding themselves in the same choir class. Presley’s brother, Gage, played a subtle matchmaker, texting with Mike while Presley tried her best to drop hints. But Mike? Absolutely oblivious. During the 2023 *Legally Blonde* musical, Presley turned up the charm, but Mike remained in his own little world. After the final curtain call, the cast carried on their tradition of heading to Culver’s for a post-show celebration. Later that night, when Mike finally got some alone time with Presley—dropping her off at home—she hoped *something* might happen. Spoiler alert: It didn’t. But love works in mysterious ways. They kept spending time together, gradually building something special. Then came Spring Break—Mike, finally catching on, seized the moment. He brought back a gift for Presley, using it as the perfect excuse to see her. And just like that, when she came to his family home to pick it up, their story truly *began*.

After high school graduation, Mikey and Presley embarked on their college adventures separately—Mikey headed to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, while Presley tackled her first semester at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. But distance didn’t stand a chance against them. By the second semester, they reunited at UWSP, diving into a whirlwind of fun, love, and unforgettable moments. Though their time at UWSP was cherished, life had other plans. After freshman year, they returned to Superior, ready for the next chapter. Fast forward to today—Mikey is officially a certified Automotive Service Technician, having graduated from Northwood Technical College, while Presley has earned her certification as a Nursing Assistant. Now, they’re thriving in their full-time jobs, building a life together with their beloved pup, Colt, in their cozy little "apartment" downstairs in Mikey's parents house. A journey filled with twists and turns, but absolutely *perfect* in its own way!

One ordinary day, Presley was casually scrolling through Facebook when—BAM!—her heart stopped. A post filled with impossibly adorable Golden Retriever puppies popped up, and she knew instantly that she had no choice. She *had* to go meet them. The moment she laid eyes on one particular ball of fluff, it was game over. Love at first wag. That little pup, now known as Colt, had already stolen her heart. She went home, and after a couple of days of excited conversations (and just one visit from Mikey), the inevitable happened—Colt trotted right into their lives and never looked back. Safe to say, he was never *not* coming home with them!

As the sun dipped low over Wisconsin Point, Mike and Presley strolled along the beach, excited to capture some picture-perfect moments together. Presley’s relative, who was in on a secret plan, eagerly flipped through pose ideas on her phone, keeping Presley’s attention locked on the screen. Unbeknownst to Presley, behind her, Mike had already dropped to one knee, his heart pounding with anticipation. When she finally turned around, her eyes met his—her breath hitched, and a radiant smile spread across her face as happy tears welled up. In that unforgettable moment, everything else faded away.

We’re young. And in love. And it seemed as though June was never going to arrive. So we did a thing. We gave our immediate family only a handful of days’ notice before we tied the knot. We know it was fast. And we know it was smaller than we planned. We’re quiet people and fell in love with the idea of an intimate wedding. And there was nothing we wanted more than to just start our lives as a couple. We hope you’ll also want to celebrate that with us in June.