It all began through the magic of friendship. Bethany’s friend, Christie, was out with family at Dana Gardens when she ran into Jon, who was there with the same group (cheers to Brian and Grace Hill). Upon learning that Jon was single, Christie couldn’t resist showing him a picture of Bethany, to which Jon responded, “I’d be interested in meeting her.” In return, Christie sent a picture of Jon to Bethany, and when Bethany saw it, she agreed—he was someone she’d like to meet too.

The connection was made, and before long, they were set up on a blind date, with Christie and Adam acting as the perfect “buffers” to ease any first-date nerves. The meeting took place at The Oak Tavern, and by the end of the night, Jon mentioned he had tickets to an FC Cincinnati game that weekend. And so, the duo’s true first date was set—ironically, Jon now works for the very soccer team that helped bring them together!

After a fun and adventurous start, they hit a brief pause in their journey. But, as life often does, it led them back to each other, and this time, they were inseparable. The rest, as they say, is history.

The Proposal

Three years into their relationship, Bethany and Jon planned a special trip to Jamaica to celebrate Jon’s birthday. Little did Bethany know, this getaway would become one of the most unforgettable moments of their lives.

On the second day of their trip, after a perfect day in paradise, Jon ended the evening with a question that would change their lives forever. As the sun set over the ocean, he asked Bethany to spend the rest of their lives together, and of course, she said "Yes!"

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception