We had our first date in downtown Indy after connecting on Match.com. As we were walking around together, we both received messages from Ryan’s cousin and his friend, both of which I knew for years. Our friend had spotted us together and asked if we were on a date. We were stunned that we knew people in common. As we continued to tell stories that night, we learned that there were multiple occasions when we were so close to meeting in the past. Between our strong chemistry and close connections, we knew it was meant to be. Fast forward to over 6 years later, we’ve built an incredible life together. We’ve grown in our careers, traveled the world, created a strong circle of friends, built our dream home, and have 2 adorable dogs. Ryan proposed in 2020 during a beautiful sunset on the beach in Long Beach, Indiana. We’re so excited to celebrate our commitment to eachother on the weekend of our 7th anniversary!