Thomas had been visiting Los Alamos regularly since 2018, working on his PhD. Ashleigh moved to New Mexico in the fall of 2019 for a job after college. The two met in July 2021 over Hinge (or was it Bumble?). They connected over a love of Star Wars, and enjoyed concerts in the park and visits to local breweries through the remainder of the summer. In September, Thomas returned back to school in Pennsylvania. The two kept in touch. There were lots of visits back and forth between New Mexico and the east. Thomas finally completed his PhD in the summer of 2023, and officially moved to Los Alamos that fall. Thomas proposed on their favorite local trail on November 11, 2023. Shortly after, their offer on a home was accepted. The year 2024 has been a hectic year: moving, renovations, and planning a wedding. Throughout it all, the steadfast truth has been their love and devotion to each other.

They are so excited to finally be married and to celebrate with you all.