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"Sometimes our light goes out, but is blown again into instant flame by an encounter with another human being."-Albert SchweitzerIt's been said that the best love stories start with a platonic beginning. This is where the Story of Danielle and Ryan began.It comes as no surprise that Danielle and Ryan met at the gym. Fitness has played a large part in both of their adult lives and it is what brought them into each other's life.Danielle and Ryan had worked out at the same gym for months, without ever saying a word to each other. It wasn't until Danielle's sister, Desirae, decided to strike up a conversation with Ryan that the two officially met.Danielle and Ryan would go on to become friends. They realized they had mutual interests in life outside of fitness which included their love for country music, helping others and sushi.As with anything in life, timing is everything. Through major life changes and uncertain times, Danielle and Ryan found themselves there for each other, helping one another through these difficult times. It was through those times that Danielle and Ryan realized they were each other's best friend."Best friends make the good times better and the hard times easier."Danielle and Ryan traveled to Miami in January for an event for Ryan's company. It was on that trip the two realized that what they had was deeper than a friendship, but a love and happiness that both had never felt before.Shortly after the Miami trip, COVID became a thing. During this time Danielle and Ryan spent a considerable amount of time together, deepening their relationship and their love for one another. Both of them realized that they wanted to spend the rest of their lives with one another.In May of 2020 Ryan got on one knee, in a squat rack, and asked Danielle to be his bride. A fitting engagement to a story that started inside of a weight room.

Our Story

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Desirae is Danielle's Baby sister. The one who has been there for as long as she can remember.  Desirae and Danielle were blessed with only being 18 months apart. Always there for one another through the good and the bad. Danielle couldn't imagine ever having anyone else as their Maid of Honor for her wedding. 

Desirae Kramer

Lee "Leeroy" has been Ryan's go-to since the two attended high school together. Through the best and worst times, Lee has stood by Ryan's side, encouraged him to chase his dreams and supported him no matter what, something only a Best Man would do.

Lee Storck

Jamie and Danielle have been best friends since 7th grade. Theres always been one girl Danielle could count on being there for the biggest moments no matter the circumstances. Danielle can't imagine getting married without Jamie up there next to her. She is so thankful Jamie is making the trip to Clearwater Beach to be a part of the wedding. 

Jamie Jenniges

Zabs and Ryan met post-college through a mutual friends, but their love for live country music and ice cold PBR was the knot that tied the friendship. Since that time the two have grown up as great friends who still enjoy a cold one and a live Luke Combs concert,.

Josh Zaborowski

Matt has been one of the biggest supporters of Danielle and Ryan's love for each other. He encouraged them to follow their intuition and lead with their hearts. If you cannot tell by this photo, Matt and Ryan are brothers.

Danielle & Ryan

Danielle & Ryan

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