Our love story began in the most unexpected way – with a swipe and a match. Brooke was living in Lakeland, while Andrew was in Tampa, but thanks to a little thing called fate (and a location-based dating app), we found each other just at the right time. Brooke had come to Tampa to help her sister with a week-long cheer camp at USF, and it was during those few days that we connected and started talking non-stop. Before we even met in person, we were already planning our first and second dates! If it wasn’t for that USF cheer camp, we probably would’ve never crossed paths — a true "right place, right time" moment. From there, we wasted no time making memories: taking trips together, dinners at Haven, drinks at Peabody’s, and countless family events. Our relationship quickly became irreplaceable, and we knew we were meant to be. Fast forward a little over a year, and we found ourselves in New Jersey, just before heading to New York City for Brooke’s birthday. We spent the afternoon at a vineyard called Beneduce, sipping red wine and enjoying each other’s company. It was a perfect day, made even more perfect when, during a private stroll through the vineyard, Andrew handed Brooke his glass of wine to tie his shoe… but before she knew it, he was on one knee, asking her to be his wife. Of course, Brooke said “yes” right away, with tears (and probably some wine) spilling in the excitement of the moment. That beautiful vineyard became the backdrop for one of our most unforgettable memories, and it’s a moment we’ll cherish forever. We are so incredibly grateful for the journey that led us here, and we cannot wait to share the next chapter with all of you. Please join us for a night to remember, as we celebrate becoming the Browns! It will be a formal evening filled with love, laughter, and memories to last a lifetime. We can’t wait to see you there!