It all started thanks to a little matchmaking from Danika’s cousin Abbie and her husband Trent — who just happened to be Cole’s college roommate. They probably didn’t realize they were setting up a future wedding story, but here we are!
When we first met, I wasn’t totally sure how my family would handle the fact that Cole is a Husker fan (a serious offense in some circles). But somehow, between the team rivalry and a few laughs, I knew he was the right one.

Cole, on the other hand, was just hoping he wouldn’t literally mess things up — he had food poisoning during our first meeting and was trying to play it cool. (Spoiler alert: he survived, and still managed to make a great impression.)

We officially started dating on September 7th, 2023, and it didn’t take long before we became inseparable — whether we’re on the golf course, cheering against each other during football season, or at home with our cat, Morgan, running the show.
Fast forward to the proposal — Cole decided to pop the question during an escape room. I was completely over it, frustrated and ready to leave, when suddenly there it was… not just a clue, but a ring. Safe to say, that’s one puzzle we actually solved together!

From that awkward first meet to now planning our forever, it’s been the best kind of adventure — full of laughter, love, and just the right amount of friendly rivalry.