✨ Our Story

💌 How It Started

Crystal and Nick’s story technically began in 10th grade—

back when they were basically kids pretending they knew what dating meant.

Their first “big” date was at Olive Garden,

where Crystal was so nervous she spent most of the time looking at her phone like it might save her.

Three days later, they broke up.

A whole three days. Truly iconic.

🌟 A Second Chance

Fast forward to the summer before 12th grade

when they reconnected at the drive-in.

This time everything clicked.

No awkward phone shielding, no three-day countdown—

just two teenagers realizing,

“Oh… this actually works.”

🐾 Growing Together

From the very beginning, their little family had a fuzzy heartbeat—

🐇 Oreo (bunny): with them from day one, hopping through every chapter.

🐱 Cali (first cat): joined soon after moving in together, immediately acting like the ruler of the house.

🐶 Kona (dog): added a few years later, full of energy, cuddles, and personality—

and now a very important part of their wedding day ❤️.

🐱 Finley (second cat): came along later—crazy and wild, always keeping everyone on their toes!

With each new step—and each new paw—

they’ve grown closer, steadier, and stronger.

Their home has changed, their family has expanded,

and their love has deepened through it all.

💍 The Proposal

On their six-year anniversary, they celebrated by doing a puzzle at home after work.

One piece mysteriously went missing,

and when they finally found it, it didn’t complete the picture—

it said, “Will you marry me?” 💕

The sweetest plot twist a cardboard square has ever delivered.

🐶 Kona watched the whole thing, giving their approval in true furry style.

🎉 Today

Today, life feels full.

Crystal and Nick have built a home, a family, and a love they’re proud of—

and they can’t wait to celebrate the next chapter with everyone they love.

🐶 And yes—Kona will be leading the way down the aisle! ❤️