Raphael and Sadie met in August of 2021 at a mutual friend's gathering. They soon became inseparable, connecting over their similar beliefs, ideas, humor and hearts. They enjoyed every moment they spent together and quickly fell in love, realizing they had both found their person who provided a sense of comfort and support that they couldn’t picture life without. Raphael proposed in Miami, Florida, in front of many of Sadie's close friends in March of 2022. They began living together in Ames, Iowa, as Raphael finished his degree at Iowa State University. Later in 2022, Sadie visited São Paulo, Brasíl and met Raphael's friends and family for the first time. They continued to get to know each other, spend time with each others’ families and build their relationship. In December 2023, Sadie and Raphael got married in Ames, Iowa, at the park where they had their first date. It was a beautiful day for them filled with so much love and joy. They are looking forward to continue growing and building their life together, and are so excited to be able to celebrate their marriage and next chapter with family and friends at Sadie's home this summer!