In a world that’s consumed by the use of technology and devices, it’s not uncommon for people to meet and start a chat online. That’s exactly what happened with them - they met on an online dating platform.

Ian says that the first thing that grabbed his attention was when Ash asked him what his favorite bands were. From there, it was a smooth sail. They ended up having a video call that lasted four hours and couldn’t stop talking and laughing! A first date was scheduled for a week later at the Cleveland Art Museum.

Ash was walking outside of the museum looking for Ian. He was across the street when their eyes met at the same time. He jogged across the street and met Ash with a giant grin painted on his face.

“Hey!”

“Hi!”

And the two already had their first kiss. They spent the entire day together. And it was truly as if two souls were reuniting. In fact, that night, Ash went home and asked her mom, “When you met dad, did you just know?”

“Yes. Why? Do you feel that way?”

“Yeah.”

She just knew from the start.

Their relationship continued to fill with a sort of bond that was foreign to the both of them. The laughter, kindness, loyalty, dedication, compassion, and all of the other personality components made it crystal clear that this was going to be something special.

The day Ian proposed to Ash, he initially wanted to propose to her at the Cleveland Museum of Art, and follow up with a dinner reservation at her favorite restaurant in Little Italy. However, there was a kibosh on those plans. It was suggested to Ian to wait so he could propose the way he planned. But he said "No, I am tired of waiting."

Ian took Ash to a park in Berea where he spent a lot of time while attending Baldwin Wallace. He said it was the spot where he realized he wanted to marry Ash someday. Ian set up his phone, and got down on one knee, letting his heartfelt words flow out.

Of course, Ash said yes. If she could say it a million times, she would have.

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