Our Story

“You were worth the wait.”

These five words capture the heart of our story — one written by faith, filled with love, and worth every step along the way.

We both deeply longed to find the right person — someone to share life, faith, and forever with. In October 2022, God brought us together through a Christian dating site.

From the very first messages, something felt different — easy, genuine, and full of possibility.

Our first date was on 29th October 2022 at Clumber Park. Over coffees, toasties, and two long walks (because one just wasn’t enough!), we talked for hours, completely at ease. That day was the beginning of something special. Andy patiently walked alongside Megan — both literally and figuratively — as we took time to truly enjoy getting to know one another over the next few months.

As the months passed, our connection only deepened. Andy knew it was love when Megan surprised him after her trip to Copenhagen, showing up as a surprise and announcing jokingly, “I've decided I don’t need to be single anymore”. After Andy asked her to repeat it, they became official that night.

Megan knew it was love too, when she realised how Andy’s calm and steady presence brought peace to her life and felt that together their opposites became strengths, making them into the best versions of themselves together.

We’ve shared countless little joys — sunset walks, log cabins, fireside chats, board games, films, and simply spending time together. But this love wasn’t always easy. We weathered long distance, clashing work schedules, and lots of endless night shifts on Meg's side. Yet through it all, our desire to build a life together never wavered.

On Saturday 22nd June 2024, in a moment that still feels like a dream, Andy got down on one knee and said a quote out of one of Meg's favourite movies and a beautiful way they both felt described love and fighting for each other in every season of life -

“I guarantee that we'll have tough times, and I guarantee that at some point, one or both of us will want to get out. But I also guarantee that if I don't ask you to be mine, I'll regret it for the rest of my life, because I know, in my heart, you're the only one for me.

Megan Elizabeth Rumens — Will you marry me?”

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The answer was the easiest and most joy-filled yes of Megan’s life.

That day marked not just a proposal, but the fulfilment of years of waiting, praying, and trusting God. Every hope, every whispered prayer — answered in one beautifully surprising, deeply personal moment and a true miracle.

On 23rd July 2024, Andy made the big move to Nottinghamshire, and though life since then has been very full on and at times overwhelming, God has been faithful every step of the way.

With faith at the centre and love leading the way, we’re counting down the days until

3rd August 2025, when we finally get to say “I do” and become Mr & Mrs Martin!! 🤍

Surrounded by the people who have loved and supported us through it all.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Because our love really was worth the wait!!! ❤️