Tristan and I have known each other since middle school. Throughout high school, we got to know each other better. We often joke that we were like oil and water—he was the party boy, while I was the A and B student who didn’t care much for the high school party scene. We shared some classes where Tristan often cheated off my homework and test answers to pass biology specifically.

After we graduated in 2019, we lost contact until 2020, when Tristan "slid up" on my Snapchat story to mention that he was plumbing the house next door—he was familiar with my parents' house from working there before. This started our communication, leading to a few dates at the drive-in movies and a trip to see the fall leaves in Aspen. After our day in Aspen, we went our separate ways with minimal contact, as we both felt unprepared for a relationship, having just gotten out of long-term relationships earlier that year.

Fast forward to September 2022—my parents were hosting a party to thank all the tradespeople who helped build their new home, and of course, Tristan was a part of those invites. He showed up at the party, and we talked for hours, catching up on everything. From that point on, we started hanging out whenever we could. I always tease Tristan for waiting almost a month and a half to kiss me. When he finally did I said, "About time!"

A month later, on November 18, 2022, Tristan finally asked me to be his girlfriend.

On our one-year anniversary, Tristan gave me a promise ring.

Then, on December 31, 2024, we got engaged.

Here’s to forever!

M&T

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception