It all started with a Minnesota guy, a Louisiana girl, and one very persistent friend.

James, originally from the Twin Cities, was working in New Orleans and exploring a full-time opportunity at NASA. Chelsea had recently returned to the city she called home to begin her medical residency. Somewhere in the middle of it all was Ethan Boudreaux—a lifelong friend of Chelsea’s from high school and a new friend of James’, after the two met at an event while James was traveling for work.

As their friendship grew, Ethan became a bit of a matchmaker-in-residence. He constantly told James, “I know someone you need to meet,” and told Chelsea the same thing from her side. For nearly two years, both of us heard about each other without ever meeting. Eventually, after enough pestering, Chelsea told Ethan, “Fine—just give him my number.”

Ethan did exactly that. James called, asked her out for dinner and drinks, and we had our first date at Station 6. She agreed to a second date—and from there, everything just clicked.

Our story since then has been one of laughter, long talks, cross-country adventures, and discovering how two people from totally different places can feel like home to each other. Now, we’re getting ready to start our next chapter—and we’re so excited to share that with all of you.

J&C

Wedding Day

Reception