Whether exploring new places just the two of us or journeying near and far to visit loved ones, we light up when we're on the move. The memories we've forged traveling have helped bond us for life. When we considered how to celebrate this milestone in a way that both excites us and embodies our love, a ceremony abroad in a new country felt like the most authentic choice—a beautiful culmination of some of our favorite things as we honor our ongoing commitment to one another through marriage. We are thrilled to invite you on our biggest trip yet! It is not lost on us that asking you to join on this adventure abroad requires extra planning, funds, and time. Whether you can make the journey and partake in our celebration in Portugal or will be sending well-wishes from home, you are so loved. We are honored to have you in our lives. With gratitude and hopes for more memories to come, thank you for being here. We hope you can make it!

Kevin and Sam beat the odds & matched over 6 years ago the classic way, on a dating app, Tinder. He was a career man, and self-proclaimed "King of Prussia Dog Dad" who *Super Liked* her. She was a recent-college-grad bartender living in Philly who appreciated his super-smooth tagline, "This is where I find a girlfriend, right?" They could've let their differences scare them off, but the banter and spark was immediate! After a few dates, they knew they were in for the real deal. Eight months later she excitedly agreed to officially move into his bachelor pad. They were a little nervous but very sure. These two knew they'd be fools to let this one go.

Sam and Kevin boldly stepped out of the King of Prussia bachelor pad and were on the hunt for a place that felt like home. They found a happy medium between work and the city in a rowhome in Roxborough, Philadelphia. Boasting a backyard for Frankie, proximity to the charming town of Manayunk, and access to the Wissahickon Valley Park, this choice proved to be a blessing! They fell in love with the nature, friendship, and the trails in the area (~in case you didn't know, Kevin also fell in love with mountain biking~) and purchased their first home in the same neighborhood in 2022. In July of 2023, Kevin surprised Sam with an engagement ring he designed with his grandmother's diamonds. It was a gorgeous backyard proposal surrounded by some of their dear friends. They (we) are so happy here.