Every love story is unique, but ours feels like a fairy tale that unfolded in the most magical way. It all began at a wedding, fittingly, a celebration of love where Darin and Akzharkyn's paths crossed for the first time. There was an undeniable spark, a connection so strong that Darin knew he had found his unicorn, a one-in-a-million soul meant just for him.

The rehearsal dinner was where our story truly began. Darin and Akzharkyn found themselves engrossed in conversation, talking all night as if they had known each other for years. The connection was instantaneous and profound. The anticipation of meeting again at the wedding the next day was like a page from a romantic novel.

And then came the wedding. Under the twinkling lights and amidst joyous celebration, we danced the night away, lost in our little world. It was a night of laughter, shared glances, and the kind of joy that you only read about in fairy tales. But as the clock struck 2 AM, our magical night had to end, with Akzharkyn set to return to Kazakhstan for the next three weeks.

Distance, however, only made our hearts grow fonder. We spent every day in conversation, bridging the miles with words and laughter. Akzharkyn, braving sleepless nights due to the time difference, cherished every moment on the phone with Darin. Our connection deepened, turning minutes into hours, as we eagerly counted down the days until we could be reunited.

Upon Akzharkyn's return, our love story took an exciting turn. Darin, filled with love and determination, traveled to meet her parents. In a heartfelt moment, he asked via google translate for her hand in marriage. With her parent’s blessing, our next chapter began.

In the enchanting setting of Lake Como, Italy, Darin proposed, and Akzharkyn said "Yes!" It was a moment of pure joy, a testament to our journey and the love that had blossomed between us. Darin's luck indeed struck again, marking the beginning of our forever.

As we prepare to celebrate our union in 2024, we are filled with happiness and gratitude. Our journey, from a chance meeting at a wedding to a beautiful proposal in Italy, has been nothing short of a dream. We invite you to join us as we step into this new chapter of our lives, a celebration of love, commitment, and the beautiful journey that lies ahead.

With all our love,

Darin and Akzharkyn

Q + A coming soon!