Our Story

Our journey began at a Kent State University fraternity party in the fall of 2014. We met at the Phi Tau frat house, both out with our roommates, and while neither of us expected to meet anyone that night, we couldn't ignore the connection that sparked between us. We ended up hanging out at Papa John’s until 3 AM, and from that moment, our friendship started to blossom.

As our roommates became our regular hangout crew, we began to spend more time together one-on-one, and things quickly escalated from there! Once we started dating, we were practically inseparable, much to the amusement (and sometimes annoyance) of our friends.

After two amazing years together, we decided to take a leap and move to Italy. What could possibly go wrong? Fortunately, not much did! Like any couple, we faced our share of challenges, but traveling through Europe truly solidified our bond. We took Florence by storm, indulging in wine, devouring pasta, and dancing more than we went to class. Our adventures took us to Split, Barcelona, Munich, Interlaken, the Amalfi Coast, Rome, Ibiza, and beyond, reinforcing our ability to work together, adapt, and remain patient in stressful situations. Those experiences remain a cornerstone of our relationship and will support us as we embark on this next chapter.

Returning to Ohio was an adjustment—harder than we anticipated—but eventually, we reignited our spark and committed to growing even more as a couple. That’s when we welcomed Tito into our lives. He has transformed our world, becoming the glue that holds us together in many ways. Tito has taught us invaluable lessons about collaboration and has only deepened our love for each other. We’re excited about the prospect of expanding our family someday, and while we’re in no rush, we can’t wait to introduce Tito to a little brother or sister!

After college, we moved across the country to San Francisco, diving into a new city, new jobs, and new adventures. While we loved our time in the Bay Area—hiking, camping, and becoming the best versions of ourselves—life (and COVID) led us back closer to home. Settling down in Cleveland has given us the flexibility to continue our adventures, and since then, we’ve traveled to Mexico, Honduras, The Bahamas, Key West, Costa Rica, Iceland, music festivals, and more.

Our story has been filled with ups and downs, twists and turns, unexpected challenges, and incredible victories. Above all, it’s been a journey of love and adventure—two values we will prioritize in our marriage. We can’t wait to officially unite as one and are grateful to everyone who has been a part of our story so far.

Q + A

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