As the legen—wait for it—dary show, How I Met Your Mother, once observed, "All these little parts of the machine constantly working, making sure that you end up exactly where you're supposed to be, exactly when you're supposed to be there.” Our story felt less like a series of random gears and more like a precisely calibrated algorithm, a profile popping up at the exact, destined moment. In a way, we were "Hinged Together." Like many modern couples, we found each other through dating apps.

Our first date was the day before Valentine's Day at Spill the Beans coffee. Somehow, we managed to arrive at the exact same moment, both walking up to the door simultaneously. No awkward waiting, no frantic texts, just a perfectly timed 'hello.'

From that first in-person chat to the long, cold walk to one of our now-favorite restaurants, we both felt like we were onto something special. Through months of introducing each other to our pets and families, subtly stumbling into our "I love yous," and growing in our faith, we made it to our engagement.

For months, Jamie worked in cahoots, finding the right time to ask and creating a secret cartoon video chronicling our journey, complete with our favorite moments and glimpses into our imagined future. When it ended with a 'Will you marry me?' on the screen, Kate couldn't say 'yes' fast enough.

We're excited to start this new chapter together. Armed with our shared love for each other, our friends and family, and an ever-growing faith in God, we look forward to a lifetime of wonderful memories.