July 2021 - We first met at a mutual friends gathering. After great conversations and lots of laughs, Ryker asked Ashley for her phone number to be sure he would see her again. July 2021 - Ryker took Ashley to Cheddar's Kitchen in Kenosha for their first date. Both were extremely nervous, but loved each other's company. From this point forward, they spent every moment of free time with each other. October 2021 - Ashley invited Ryker to meet her entire family at their annual pumpkin harvest at her family's cabin. Ryker also invited Ashley to meet his entire family at their annual fall camping trip. Wow, both were tried by fire! October 2021 - Ryker asked Ashley to be his girlfriend under the stars in Door County. Of course, she said yes! January 2022 - Ashley and Ryker put their new relationship to the test by traveling to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They had a blast, and fell in love! February 2022 - While Ashley was finishing nursing school in Chicago, Ryker bought a house in Caledonia and began creating a home for them. However, they still traveled to see each other every single weekend. May 2022 - Ashley graduated nursing school, and made an easy decision to move in with Ryker. They kept each other sane during the chaos of all the house renovations. December 2022 - They adopted their precious puppy Oakley, which is the second best thing to happen to them besides falling in love with each other. Summer of 2023 - They spent time with each other's families, took Oakley on a lot of adventures, and went on endless dates to continue growing their relationship. October 2023 - They celebrated their second anniversary with a fancy dinner date to Joey Gerard's, one of their favorite restaurants. January 4 , 2024 - Ryker proposed to Ashley at a gorgeous rose garden in St. Augustine, Florida. He had a stunning ring, an emotional speech, and even a photographer to capture the perfect moment. Ashley was so surprised and couldn't hold back her tears. She happily said yes to forever with Ryker. Now that you're all caught up, we would love for you to join us on our wedding day and to watch our love story continue!