It all started at the Goodlife Gym in Ancaster, Ontario...

Well, long story short, Katrina saw how Garabed wore a Christian workout brand and went up to him to ask about it. After a few times of asking and talking, Garabed proceeded to ask Katrina for her phone number and to take her out on a date. Their first date was at My-Thai Ancaster where they were both a bit nervous. After dinner, Katrina and Garabed went to a nearby neighbourhood that Katrina knows well due to relatives living nearby for a walk. During that walk they were able to truly open up and begin to get to know each other. A few more dates go by and things are going well!

Garabed has a strong passion for basketball and plays in a competitive mens league. Katrina went to go and watch one of his games (they won!) and after the game on May 11th, Garabed asked her to be his girlfriend! Of course, she said yes! Soon after asking Katrina to be his girlfriend, after a Bible study they shared together, Garabed declared his love for Katrina and she declared her love back too! Days felt like weeks as conversation flowed and laughs and smiles were constant.

Katrina and Garabed had many summer adventures close after that. One of their biggest adventures yet was flying across the country to British Columbia back to Katrina's hometown of Abbotsford. There in BC, new memories were made and Katrina was able to show Garabed some of her favourite places, along with introducing more family and friends he had not had the chance to meet yet.

As time continued into the fall, more serious conversations were discussed and the idea of a proposal came about. Garabed was so sweet and wanted to surprise Katrina after church one Sunday to propose. The Sunday, November 10, 2024 was the day Garabed proposed! He had planned for them, along with friends, to go for a hike after church (even in the rain!!!) and there at a look-out on the hike Garabed got down on one knee and asked for Katrina to marry him! Of course, Katrina said "YES!!" The weather felt homey for Katrina, like BC with the rain and the fog, but in that moment, Katrina knew that wherever Garabed is, is where her home and heart would always be! <3

K&G

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day