Our love story? Well, you could say it started at a party celebrating the demise of someone's twenties. Fittingly, the dress code was "funeral attire," and while the vibe was mock-melancholy, the connection Kate and Adam felt was anything but!

Thanks to our mutual friend (and Kate's amazing bestie since 8th grade!), Jade, these two sharp-dressed individuals (Adam in a suit, Kate in a killer black dress) finally crossed paths at Jade's "Death to Her 20s" bash. Kate spotted Adam across the room and had that instant "yep, that's the one" moment. Turns out, the feeling was totally mutual!

Despite the instant spark, the night was all about good conversation and a promise to connect on Snapchat. From that day forward, they talked every single day. Kate was navigating life after a breakup and understandably cautious about introducing someone new to her kiddos and her healing heart. But Adam? His patience and unwavering commitment were like a superhero cape (albeit a very stylish one).

Our first date was pure "us" – a cozy wander through Barnes & Noble (because brains are attractive, right?), a stop at Scheels for some outdoorsy browsing, followed by a delicious sushi dinner and hours of car-side chats. Adam even showcased his impressive (or at least enthusiastic!) hair-braiding skills. Clearly, he was in it to win it.

Fast forward two and a half years (almost three by the time we say "I do"!), and our relationship is a testament to healthy communication, unwavering support, and a whole lot of laughter. Best friends doesn't even begin to cover it. You'll often find us camping with the kids, enthusiastically fishing (even when the kids are giving us the "are we done yet?" eyes), and being bossed around by our adorable dog, Capone.

Life has thrown us several curveballs, and after Kate's father fell ill, Adam thoughtfully asked for his blessing to propose in October 2024. Dad's response? A classic, "Well, you know what you're getting yourself into!"

The big question finally popped on February 9th, 2025, during a vacation to South Padre Island, Texas (Our first time seeing the ocean!). Adam was a bundle of adorable nerves all day, having had to switch up his Valentine's Day proposal plans. Kate's internal monologue ranged from "he's proposing!" to "oh no, is he breaking up with me?!" Thankfully, it was the former! He even made sure those nails were picture-perfect. Turns out, almost everyone – including the kids! – was in on the secret. Talk about impressive secret-keeping!

Now, we're beyond excited to embark on this next chapter, filled with dreams of a new home, more little feet running around, and a lifetime of loving each other, every single day. While Kate's dad is sadly no longer with us, we cherish the memory of his blessing. Get ready to celebrate with us as we say "I do" to forever!

K&A

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