Brittany Newman and Matthew Parker began a love story back in 2021. For years, their lives ran parallel, intertwined yet never crossing paths. From New York to North Carolina, it seemed destiny was playing a patient game, waiting for the perfect moment to weave their stories together.

Matthew and Brittany first met in the charming setting of the Compass Pointe development dog park. Matt, accompanied by his loyal companions Gemma and Skye, and Brittany, with her cherished dog Mac, discovered a shared passion for canine companionship. Despite living in different cities—Matt in Leland, NC, and Brittany in Charlotte, NC—their common roots from Long Island, NY, created an immediate connection. The first spark ignited when Matt charmingly remarked to Brittany, ‘Hey, you’re my age' (anyone who has ever been to Compass knows that's a *very* rare find). Little did they know, this simple introduction marked the beginning of a beautiful journey. From lazy days on the lake in Charlotte to the simple pleasure of walking their dogs side by side, their story is a testament to the power of shared interests and the unexpected connections that flourish in the most unexpected places.

Continuing their tale of love, Matt decided to create a proposal as heartfelt as their initial meeting. Choosing a significant and sentimental path, he brought Brittany back to the very place where their story began — the dog park. Amidst the familiar setting where they first crossed paths, decorated with twinkling lights and roses, Matt asked Brittany to share the rest of their lives together. Surrounded by the echoes of their beginnings, she joyfully said yes, sealing their love story with a beautiful chapter that started with a simple comment in a dog park and unfolded into a lifetime of shared moments.

Matt and Britt eagerly look forward to celebrating their journey with family and friends on the beach in Aruba, surrounded by love and anticipation for the adventures that lie ahead!