"It was December 31, 2020 and the world was still in the peak of the pandemic. Like many others, I was searching for a real connection which felt nearly out of reach with all of the lockdowns. I made a bold move and signed up on Hinge, a dating app. I wasn’t sure what I would find, as this was the first time doing something like this. But within hours of creating my profile Dominic popped up on my screen. After chatting via text for a few hours, Dominic suggested that we grab coffee the next morning. Despite my nerves of meeting a stranger during such weird times, I trusted my gut and agreed. What started as a coffee date turned into a six hour long adventure where we walked for miles in the cold getting to know one another. After just a few hours with him I knew that I had found someone special that I could share my life with. Dominic has since filled my life with a love, kindness, and patience that is nothing short of remarkable, making me feel like the luckiest girl in the world. I am forever grateful that I made that leap of faith because I ended up meeting the love of my life and my best friend."

-Abby

"I saw Abby Lorraine for the first time on January 1st 2021. Her gorgeous fiery hair, and incredible dark amber eyes drew me in immediately. We grabbed a coffee and started walking through downtown Bend. I enjoyed getting to know Abby so much that minutes became hours, and before I knew it we were miles away from where we started with frozen hands and numb noses. I gave her my green winter gloves, and was immediately warmed by her lovely smile. We then journeyed back to her car and said our goodbyes. I knew after our first date that Abby was the most beautiful, intelligent, and hilarious person I have ever had the pleasure to know. We then spent the next three years falling deeper and deeper in love with each other, and I cannot believe how lucky I am to be able to marry her in June."

-Dominic