Our love began at a bonfire hosted by our mutual friend, Jay. Sparks flew the moment we saw each other, and from that night on, we’ve been inseparable, spending every day together ever since.

We officially started dating on a day that felt meant to be—only later did we realize it was Caitlin's great-grandma's wedding anniversary. A sweet coincidence we had no idea about at the time, but now cherish even more.

We had both been feeling it for a while, and on our friend’s balcony, overlooking the apartment where we’d eventually unofficially live together, Anthony finally said, "I love you." It was a moment that made our future feel even more real.

We officially moved into our first apartment together, where we spent the next two years making countless memories. One of our favorite things to do was explore new and fun restaurants—a shared passion that made our time there even more special.

We took our first trip together, where we spent an incredible week soaking up the sun on the beach and enjoying much-needed uninterrupted time together.

The proposal took place on the observatory deck at the Mill City Museum. Although there was an expectation of a proposal, the timing was a complete surprise. Anthony’s mom, holding her professional camera, was there to capture the moment. Anthony was a bit nervous, worried the ring box might be discovered, but everything turned out perfectly.

After months of searching and touring houses all over the Twin Cities since May, we finally found our dream home in Columbia Heights. We were thrilled when our offer was accepted, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter together.

And now, we are beyond excited to get married and celebrate with all the amazing people we love. It means the world to us to have each of you share in this special day, and we can’t wait to see you all there!