We met on Bumble—during a time when life felt uncertain and neither of us was really looking for anything serious. One evening, after a long day, Sara downloaded the app just to see what was out there. After a few swipes and feeling ready to give up, a simple message popped up from Ryan: “Hi.” Somehow, that one small message turned into everything. We started messaging, then calling, and ended up FaceTiming that same night. The next day, Ryan accidentally invited Sara to a book study—something a little out of the ordinary for a dating app conversation. He quickly followed up to explain, and to his surprise, Sara responded with openness and curiosity. That moment sparked a deeper connection we couldn’t ignore. Since then, we’ve built a life rooted in love, laughter, and shared values. We’re a mix of homebodies and adventurers— we love home cooked meals, cozy nights in, and spending time with our animals just as much as we love exploring new places, whether it’s a weekend road trip, snowboarding or a journey across the globe. We’ve run marathons together, tackled life’s challenges side by side, and created a home built on faith, fun, and deep commitment. We celebrate each other’s wins, support each other’s dreams, and always find reasons to laugh—no matter what life throws our way. Family means everything to us. Helping others is a shared purpose. And above all, we love deeply—with intention, joy, and gratitude. This wedding is more than a celebration of love—it’s a reflection of the life we’ve built and the one we’re so excited to continue building together. We can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with the people who mean the most to us.