Bryna & Zach
Bryna & Zach
Swipe right for forever
It all began with a swipe on Hinge. After a month of getting to know each other, we made it official on October 30, 2021. Fast forward to February 2023, we took a big step and moved in together. Our home is filled with love and laughter, thanks to our furry family members. We have two adorable cats, Leonidas and Gus, who joined us on Christmas 2023 and Zach has proven to be an amazing pet parent. He is also loved by my two wiener dogs who have been with us since the beginning of our journey together.
With Zach’s love and encouragement, I made the big decision to go back to school at Penn State to finish my degree in Psychology. Balancing everything hasn’t always been easy, but having Zach by my side has made all the difference. He has supported me every step of the way, and now, graduation is finally in sight!
We cherish our time together, whether we're out exploring new restaurants, building intricate Lego sets, or enjoying a fun night of bowling. Some of our favorite moments together are the simple ones, like grocery shopping or making a trip to the pet store for Leo and Gus. We also love spending time at home just as much as going out. One of our favorite date nights is dragging the mattress downstairs, building a pillow fort, and having a cozy movie marathon. No matter what we’re doing, we’re just happiest when we’re together.
Our story is one of love, support, and shared adventures. From the very beginning, we’ve had a simple but meaningful way of reminding each other how much we’re loved by saying, “You’re my favorite.” It’s our way of expressing that no matter what, we choose each other every single day. As we step into this next chapter, we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with all of our favorites, our friends and family who have supported us, loved us, and been part of our journey.
The Road to “I Do”
September 18, 2021
October 30, 2021
February 01, 2023
December 25, 2023
Moments That Made Us
The Most Casual “I Love You” Ever
On April 14, 2022, I was in the other room doing something when Zach called me in. I walked in expecting... who knows what, but there he was just sitting on the couch, hands folded, cool as ever. He looked at me and for the first time ever he simply said, “I love you.” No fanfare, no dramatic speech, just calm, sincere, and perfectly him.
It was hilarious and kind of perfect. I'm the over-the-top romantic, and he’s the steady, serious one, which makes us balance each other in the best way. I never imagined the moment I’d hear “I love you” from my future husband for the very first time would be that low-key… but that’s also how I knew he was the one. Because I didn’t need all the extras, I just needed him.
A True Act of Love.
Zach, a die-hard Eagles fan, proved just how much he loves me by going to a Ravens game with me on New Year’s Day and even wearing a Ravens jersey. If that’s not love, what is?
A Few of Our Favorite Stories
Something Borrowed (Temporarily!)
One of the most meaningful moments of wedding planning so far was trying on my mom’s wedding dress. My dad took these photos, and as he looked through the lens, he teared up, seeing his youngest daughter in the dress his bride wore over 40 years ago. It was such a beautiful way to connect with my mom and the love story that came before mine. While I won’t be wearing her gown on the big day, slipping it on reminded me of all the strength, beauty, and love she’s passed on to me. Sharing this moment felt like honoring where I come from, as I step into a new chapter of my own. 💕
Professional Matchmaker 💍
A special shout out to my dear friend emma fletcher
Thanks to Emma's suggestion, I downloaded Hinge… and matched with Zach right away.
She's basically the reason for this whole wedding!
Thank you for being the spark that started it all. You’ll always have a special place in our story!