How We Met

Our love story began long before we realized it. We first crossed paths in 2010, and Kosta's phone number quietly found a place in my contact list, which I obviously forgot about. Life took its course, and we lost touch for a few years. Then, in 2018, fate stepped in. One night, a friend insisted that I join her for an outing, despite my reluctance and readiness for bed. Little did I know that this spontaneous decision would change my life forever. As we wandered through the night, I ran into Kosta by pure chance. I gave him my number and I realized I already have his. It felt like a sign that we were meant to reconnect.

First Date

Our official first date was on July 28, 2018. From that evening onward, it became clear that our connection was something special. We spent hours talking, laughing and having a great time. It didn't take long for us to realize that we were meant to be together.

Falling in Love

It was a simple evening and my very first-time visiting Kosta’s home, yet one that would forever be etched in my memory as the turning point in our love story. As I stepped into Kosta’s cozy, clean, organized (yet very bachelor!) home I was greeted by the charming music and comforting home-cooked delights. I watched him in awe as he was so effortless and so passionate about cooking. But it wasn’t his cooking skills or the fact he was very attentive, it was the way he took such joy in showing his favorite movies collection to me! As we settled on the couch with a glass of red wine, Kosta asked: “Have you seen Return to me?” No, I said. Kosta got so excited and added “You are about to see the best movie of your life! Filmed in Chicago!”. He was so right! That timeless classic spoke to my soul. In that moment, I knew I found someone truly special. Someone who also appreciates a simple beauty of a classic film. What else can one ask for?

The Proposal

Just over a year later, on September 19, 2019, Kosta proposed. Even though it didn’t happen according to the original plan, the moment was truly special and spontaneous.

Our Family and Challenges

In March 2020, our joy expanded as we discovered we were expecting our first child, Philip Aleksander. However, the pandemic struck, and the world around us changed dramatically. It was a challenging time, but our love and support for each other helped us navigate through it.

Then, in 2022, amidst the turmoil of the war in Ukraine, we learned we were expecting again. The difficulties were immense, but once again, our love and resilience saw us through the toughest moments. Hannah Maria was born on March 30, 2022 and then there were four!

Building Our Future

As we finally plan our courthouse wedding (and hopefully a big wedding soon) we look back on our journey with gratitude and anticipation. From our serendipitous reunion to the trials we've faced together, our love has only grown stronger. We are thrilled to celebrate our union with our family and friends and look forward to a future filled with love, laughter, and new adventures.

Thank you for being a part of our story. We can't wait to share our special day with you and continue building our beautiful life together.

Lana, Kosta, Philip & Hannah

L&K

Courthouse Wedding Reception