We met in a fun twist of fate on Hinge. Nat was genuinely looking for something real, while Samantha was about to give up on dating apps for a while. But, luckily, we found each other. Our first date was supposed to be a simple, sweet trip to Jeni's ice cream. It got interesting when mosquitoes attacked Samantha on a park bench! We took refuge in Nat's car at Bridge Park in Dublin, listening to The Weeknd's "Save Your Tears." A group of noisy teenagers interrupted our peaceful moment, making us laugh and feel even closer. As the music played, we effortlessly talked about everything from Samantha's latest dance performance to stories about Nat's family. Under the soft glow of the dashboard lights and the gentle hum of the music, we enjoyed connecting deeply, one heartfelt conversation at a time.

Our proposal took place in the charming town of Marietta, Ohio—Nat's hometown—on the edge of the Ohio river. Nat had been holding on to the ring since August, waiting for the perfect moment to pop the question. On that special day, after enjoying a lovely dinner at a local restaurant, we took a stroll to the river's edge. Little did Samantha know, our family was in on the secret, and ready to help make the moment unforgettable by recording and taking photos. With the serene river as our backdrop and the support of our loved ones, Nat got down on one knee and asked Samantha to spend forever together. Samantha was genuinely shocked and could only keep repeating, "What are you doing?" Amidst laughter, happy tears, and heartfelt joy, we embraced the beginning of our new chapter. It was a moment filled with love, surprise, and the promise of a lifetime of shared dreams and unwavering devotion.