Michael, a man with infectious optimism and a penchant for grand adventures, was exploring the Pacific Coast by bicycle with a group of like-minded friends. Meanwhile, Stephanie, an equally adventurous spirit with a love for spontaneity, joined the group for a weekend escapade in Cannon Beach at the invitation of a mutual friend. Their paths intersected amidst the coastal charm of Cannon Beach. However, Stephanie was, as Michael puts it, “dating the wrong guy.” Little did they know, this chance meeting would be the first chapter in a love story yet to unfold. Fast forward six months. Stephanie, now happily single, found herself at a game night, a seemingly ordinary evening that would turn out to be anything but. Unbeknownst to her, a few well-meaning friends had orchestrated this gathering with a specific goal in mind: reconnecting her with that intriguing guy from Cannon Beach, and it worked! Over the next month, circumstance (or perhaps a little matchmaking magic) continued to bring Michael and Stephanie together. A game night, a boat day, and a camping adventure later - Michael picked up the phone and asked Stephanie on a proper date. The rest, as they say, is history.