Leah and Michael

September 7, 2024 • West Bend, WI

Leah and Michael

September 7, 2024 • West Bend, WI

Our Love Story

Leah and Michael's love story began with a simple Facebook request. In the chill of January 2021, Leah's curiosity led her to Michael's profile, and a friend request soon followed. Little did she know, this would spark a connection that would warm her heart in ways she never imagined.


Their friendship blossomed rapidly, fueled by late-night chats and shared interests. By February, fate intervened in the form of a snowstorm, and Leah found herself navigating the icy roads to Michael's apartment. As the snow fell outside, their laughter filled the cozy space, marking the beginning of countless memorable moments together.


Despite their growing closeness, Michael's confession of love in the early spring caught Leah off guard. She valued their friendship deeply but hadn't considered romance. However, as the seasons shifted, their bond only strengthened, especially during their motorcycle learners course in the summertime.


Wrapped in the thrill of the open road and the hum of their engines, Leah began to see Michael in a new light. His confidence on the bike and the way he looked in his motorcycle gear stirred something within her. And when they finally embarked on their first ride together, her heart raced not just from the speed, but from the realization of her growing feelings.


But Michael's first attempt at turning their friendship into something more fell flat when Leah gently declined. Misinterpreting her signals, he retreated, only to muster the courage to ask again the very next day. August 28th, 2021, marked a pivotal moment as Leah surprised both herself and Michael by saying yes, opening the door to a new chapter of their journey.


Their love flourished with each passing day, becoming the kind of bond that felt destined. So natural was their companionship that it seemed only fitting for Leah to move in with Michael, their lives intertwining seamlessly.


As the holiday season approached in 2022, Michael poured his heart into a letter to Leah, expressing his deepest feelings and presenting her with a promise ring—a symbol of his unwavering commitment and his intent to one day ask for her hand in marriage.


That moment arrived on a warm July evening in 2023, with the serene beauty of a sunset on Milwaukee's Lakefront as their backdrop. With meticulous planning and the help of loved ones, Michael orchestrated a proposal that left Leah breathless. Surrounded by the ones they cherished most, Leah said yes without hesitation, sealing their love under the vast expanse of the evening sky.


Their journey from friends to lovers to partners forever was a testament to the transformative power of love—a love that weathered storms and soared to new heights, anchored by the unwavering bond between Michael and Leah.