Kyle and Valerie met the way many modern love stories begin—online, naturally. After spending several days chatting on the phone, they finally decided to take the plunge and plan their first official date. On the big day, Kyle made a quick stop at his parents’ house after work to pick up his beloved dog Captain, who they'd been watching for him. As he dashed in, he called out, “Got a date—gotta go!” and headed out the door to meet the woman who would change his life. Little did Kyle know, Valerie had already made up her mind. She had him saved in her phone as “Future Husband” and confided in her mom and friends that she felt a strong, almost divine sense that Kyle was the man God had chosen for her. She admitted it sounded a little wild, but she just knew. Their first date took place at a local brewery that—ironically—served pizza, despite the fact that both of them are lactose intolerant. But the nerves and the excitement must have canceled out any dietary concerns, because neither of them cared. The evening was filled with shy stares and a lot of awkward (yet sweet) compliments about how attractive the other was. Then, in a bold move that surprised even herself, Valerie leaned in and kissed Kyle—making the first move. Kyle remembers that moment vividly. He knew she meant business and swears that if she hadn’t gone for it, he would’ve by the end of the night. From that night on, Kyle and Valerie were inseparable, embarking on countless adventures hand in hand. Together, they built a home filled with love and laughter, and their greatest journey so far has been welcoming two beautiful sons—Parker and Owen—into their lives.