Danielle and Justin's story began on a dating app in 2022, where they caught each other's attention with a few likes, but the conversations never seemed to stick. Time and again, their chats fizzled out before they could meet in person.

That year, Danielle started graduate school and quickly became close friends with her bridesmaid, Sydney Henry. Sydney, along with her now husband Eli Henry (who's also a groomsman), had known Justin for years and couldn’t help but think Danielle would be a good match for Justin. Both Danielle and Justin were hesitant to meet at first. They worried that if it didn’t work out, it might create awkwardness within their friend groups.

After several months of friendly nudges from Sydney and Eli, Justin decided to take a chance. He reached out to Danielle and invited her on a date to Acre's Mini Golf—and she said yes. The moment they met, the chemistry was undeniable. They spent the evening laughing and getting to know each other. Although Justin had plans to visit family in Findlay, OH, that same week, he decided to stay home and go on several more dates with Danielle instead.

Three weeks later, Justin gathered the courage to ask Danielle to make it official, and she happily agreed. From that moment on, they’ve been inseparable.

On March 16, 2023, they became a couple, and since then, they've built a life together in Lebanon, OH, where they share their home with two adorable dogs. Now, they’re eagerly counting down the days until they can officially become husband and wife.

Danielle and Justin can’t wait to celebrate their love with their friends and family and are so excited to begin this next chapter of their lives surrounded by the people who mean the most to them.