Mike and Jess met in December 2016 at a mutual friend's party. While there were clearly some sparks early on, timing wasn't ideal since Jess was still in school at FSU in Tallahassee and Mike was still in school at FAU in Boca Raton. But this didn't deter Mike! For the next four years, Mike and Jess would see each other briefly at various parties over winter breaks and Mike would continue to reach out to Jess...mostly through Snapchats of spicy margaritas (IYKYK).

Finally in January 2020, after a failed move to Miami and back in Fort Lauderdale, Jess let Mike know she was in town. He was someone who could always make her smile. After a night at the Wharf (lol) followed by their first date at a Penguins vs. Panthers game, they knew they had something special.

Who could have predicted that two months later a worldwide pandemic would emerge leading to a summer quarantine? And even though there were a lot of unknowns during that time, one thing Mike and Jess did know is that they were falling in love with each other. Through every vacation, move and dinner date, they knew they were meant to be together. In October 2024 after months of planning, Mike proposed to Jess along the intracoastal.

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We truly appreciate all the love and support we've received over the last five years and are so excited to share an unforgettable weekend filled with fun, food, dancing and drinks with each and every one of you!

With love,

J&M

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