In the early months of 2021, fate brought Lisa and Andrew together. It took mere minutes for them to sense the extraordinary connection between them. As Andrew fondly recalls, "The first time I looked into your eyes, I knew you were supposed to be someone special in my life."

Throughout their first date, their chemistry continued to blossom. They conversed and laughed as if they had been best friends for years. Both Lisa and Andrew had recently returned to their beloved home state of Michigan in 2020. After years of extensive travel for work, they found it refreshing to meet someone with whom they could easily relate to. Appreciating and relating to each other's stories and yet, constantly learning from one another.

At the time, Andrew resided in the charming town of Port Austin, MI, while Lisa between Detroit and Grand Rapids. Over the next few weeks, Andrew and Lisa spent countless days and nights talking long distance. Despite the challenges of distance in a new romance with the additional complications of Covid, they shared an unwavering commitment. Unable to ignore the profound connection they shared.

The day finally came when Lisa was able to visit Andrew in Port Austin. As she pulled into his driveway, Andrew felt as if he were welcoming her home, and Lisa felt home with him. What was meant to be a long weekend together transformed into a lifetime. Once Lisa came to Port Austin, she simply never left.

Over the past few years, Andrew and Lisa have built a beautiful life together. They've been blessed with a home that feels like heaven on earth, a circle of friends who have become family, and a community they cherish. Together, they've lovingly transformed a once humble hunting cabin into a full-time homestead nestled in the tranquil woods.

Their most cherished place in the world is their front porch where they've spent countless hours in close companionship, talking, laughing, dancing, gazing at the stars, and basking in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

One memorable evening, November 11, 2022, on that very front porch, Andrew dropped to one knee and proposed to Lisa. Without a doubt, her answer was "Yes!" (Obviously).

It is with immense honor and excitement that we invite our cherished guests to join us in celebrating our union at a beautiful wedding in Port Austin, MI, on June 15, 2023.

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