On April 1, 2023, Madison and Josh matched on Hinge (an online dating platform) and Josh subsequently sent a 584-word first text. Immediately following was a two-hour FaceTime call and Josh asked Madison on a date the following week. In true Hallmark fashion, Josh's friend's flight was cancelled by a snow storm and the date moved up to that evening (Josh had yet to read The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and loved social activities as a true Enneagram 7). They visited Madison's favorite spot (the rooftop bar at The Durham Hotel) and were so distracted talking for five hours that they never ended up ordering drinks. On this date, Madison and Josh shared about their families, passions, and testimonies. Madison also employed Josh and his legal skills (jokingly) to assist with some detective work. In the weeks and months to come, Josh and Madison continued to date intentionally and pursue the Lord while taking steps towards marriage. We have had a blast walking around Lake Johnson, cutting Josh's hair, baking, eating Two Roosters ice cream, visiting family, watching the Packers play in Lambeau, and spending time with friends. On November 18, 2023, Josh proposed to Madison while visiting her family in Harrisburg, NC (she 95% knew it was coming as Josh was too excited to keep it a secret). We have prayed about glorifying the Lord in this season of engagement and our marriage and cannot wait to celebrate with you so soon!