Some would say dating today isn't nearly the same as it was 20 years ago. Which is why Abby and Kevin reluctantly created an account on a dating app called Bumble! If you asked Abby what her experience was like, she would tell you it's pretty much the 4 types of guys with the same photos: at the gym, them with their car, selfie-in-the-car, photo at a wedding with a woman captioned, "my sister/ not gf." (mmmhmmmm)

If you didn't know, Bumble requires the girl to reach out first, but Kevin found a loophole and sent Abby a compliment, which rarely happens. Needless to say, he was immediately set apart from the rest, and it was not long before they went on their first coffee date.

Kevin showed up (late), and Abby waited (oh so patiently), and so the courting began. Sushi dates evolved to Stars games–in the nosebleeds– and the time between the dates got shorter. Dates went pretty quickly from once a week to seeing each other every day.

While on a Japanese BBQ date, Abby was bold enough to ask Kevin if he wanted to meet her parents, to which he replied YES (almost too quickly). And soon after, Abby met Kevin's parents at Mi Cocina– it was clear things were getting pretty serious by this point. They started attending church together, signing up for Bible studies, joining a co-ed soccer league, and learning West Coast swing together.

The more time they spent, the more they had a chance to dream about their future together. Abby loved the fact that Kevin could make her laugh even on her worst days, and he has the most calming, grace-filled presence when she gets anxious. Kevin loves that Abby is quick to help him forget the worries of the day with long hugs and warm words, and that she helps him remember what is truly important in life (faith, family, & friends). The race to say I love you first is a fun game to play as well!

For Kevin's birthday, Abby took the time to plan out a lovely birthday dinner – she made reservations at the coffee shop/now restaurant where they first met– but little did she know that he had other plans. Just as they were running out the door (late) for dinner, Abby's roommate told her she "twisted her ankle" and couldn't take the dog out. So they rushed to take the dog out for a walk. Kevin dragged Abby through the mud to take her over the bridge, where they had talked about getting married, and said, "We've had many important talks on this bridge, how 'bout one more?" And got down on one knee and proposed! Abby was in SHOCK and (of course) said YES! They made their way happily over to the dinner spot, and as Abby was excitedly about to tell the hostess about the reservations she had made, Kevin swung her around to reveal both families sitting and ready to celebrate their engagement! A second SHOCK!

Their love grows stronger by the day, and they cannot wait to feel the love and support from their friends and family in November!

Registry