Vicky traveled to Richmond, VA to meet up with her friend, Kelly, who had told Vicky about Ryan months before. (Vicky had brushed off this little hint about Ryan). The first night in town, Vicky met up with Kelly and her boyfriend Geoff for dinner, and they invited Ryan. Little did Vicky know, this was a set-up. (Ryan WAS aware, however)! Vicky's unawareness didn't matter, because she was immediately drawn to Ryan when he looked at her across the table. Both of them couldn't wait to spend time together the remainder of the weekend - and now, the rest of their lives. Over the next six weeks, Ryan and Vicky spent most evenings talking on the phone and finally got together halfway between Pittsburgh and Richmond in Shepherdstown, WV. Here, their adventures really got started. Another six weeks later, they traveled to Washington State. By March 2022, only four months later, they agreed to move to Colorado. Since moving, Vicky and Ryan have embraced skiing and snowboarding, backpacking, hiking, climbing, cycling, gardening, and fishing. They have been blessed to meet an incredible group of friends, who have welcomed them with open arms and shared in their love for adventure and fun. Vicky and Ryan have been grateful to also have the ability to still visit with friends and family "back East" as well as in their new home.