Ricky & Hannah's love story takes after Edie Lang's favorite rom-coms, complete with a teenage meet-cute, countless adventures, cross-country escapades, and naturally, a heartwarming conclusion.
Their story began while they attended high school at St. Ignatius and Magnificat, where fate intervened and sparked a connection much greater than just their shared love for pasta. Cue the montage of unforgettable moments: from date nights at Bucci's and romantic strolls through the Metroparks to wild parties, school dances, and football games.
As fate would have it, their young love blossomed just in time for Ricky's grand exit to the land of palmetto trees and sweet tea at the University of South Carolina, while Hannah pursued her dreams at Ohio State after making a pit stop at Ohio University. Nine hours and four states apart, their love endured a few challenging years and more plot twists than an episode of Survivor.
But love conquers all, especially when you have a support system as strong as theirs. Ricky seamlessly integrated into Hannah's family, becoming the missing puzzle piece in the Lang gang. While Hannah fearlessly dove into Ricky's big family and earned the official Benninger beach towel within minutes. And after surviving the collegiate whirlwind, they both boomeranged back to Cleveland, ready to tackle adulthood side by side.
Their new home in Lakewood (Chateau Marlowe) became the HQ for all things Ricky and Hannah. Whether they were hosting epic game nights, sipping cocktails at Luca, or snuggling on the porch with their fur baby, life was one big, beautiful dream.
Then came the Mile High move to Denver, where their adventures reached new heights—literally. From scaling mountains to grooving at Red Rocks, they soaked in every ounce of Colorado magic. And just when they thought life couldn't get any more cinematic, Ricky pulled off the ultimate plot twist: a rain-soaked proposal amidst the breathtaking scenery of Eldorado Canyon.
With tears and raindrops mingling on her cheeks, Hannah said YES faster than you can say FINALLY. And that, my friends, is how this love story went from high school sweethearts to Denver darlings, with a happily ever after in the making.