Throwback to 2022.

Dave and I met because my dog, Duke, almost pulled my arm out of its socket trying to get to him and his dog at my old apartment complex. After that moment, I thought Dave was just a handsome guy I’d probably never see again- but I was wrong.

Not long after, we started talking more and even running together. I was so excited to finally have a friend to run with. I quickly realized how excited I got every time Dave showed up at the dog park just to chat with me. Somewhere in between the runs and the conversations, it stopped feeling casual and started feeling like a deep connection with someone who felt oddly familiar.

From the very beginning, Dave made me feel completely comfortable being myself. Our relationship has always been full of laughter, stupid and extremely childish jokes, and zero embarrassment.

What started as a small moment I didn’t think much of years ago turned into me finding my best friend - the person I can unapologetically be myself around, the guy who just gets me. I’m so excited to keep living this life with him.

H&D

Wedding Day