It all began in a rowing studio in Lakewood, Ohio. Not exactly the most romantic place—but looking back, it was the perfect setting for the start of something incredible. We met through shared workouts, post-workout brunches/dinners, and friendly banter between intervals. At the time, one of us (ahem) was convinced we were just friends. The friend zone was firmly in place… or so she thought. But we kept showing up—every day. Slowly, between rowing sessions and post-class chats, something started to shift. Josh helped me pack up and move to New York City (because what are friends for, right?), and not long after, we realized this was more than just a friendship. We spent our first year together exploring every corner of NYC—bakeries, restaurants, long walks, and subway rides that somehow always turned into adventures. Then life took us international. With Josh living in Switzerland, we spent our second year together between New York and Europe—reuniting in different cities, chasing new experiences, and proving that long distance doesn’t stand a chance against love like ours. Eventually, we planted roots together in Washington, DC, where we’ve built a life full of love, laughter, and continued explorations. It’s been nearly two years here—two beautiful, ordinary, extraordinary years. Now, we're getting ready to say "I do" in the mountains, surrounded by the people who have supported us every step (and flight) of the way. We can't wait to celebrate this next chapter with you.