In the world of modern dating, we are a dating app success story! We both swiped right on each other & took the leap of faith by meeting at an Italian restaurant in St. Louis on April 19, 2024. After about a month of dating, we finally decided to make it official as boyfriend/girlfriend.

After a couple months of local date nights & Cardinals games, we got the vacation bug. In late August, we took our first trip together to San Francisco. We had the best time eating at China Town, going to Alcatraz Island, riding in a self-driving car & exploring the city. That same weekend we came back, we officially moved all of Sydney's belongings to Spencer's house in Edwardsville now that her lease was up.

By mid-September, Sydney got extremely sick while visiting her hometown in Southeast Missouri. She had a week-long stay in the hospital with a long road of tubes, drains, stents, little-to-no mobility & many surgeries lasting through December. Although it was a difficult road 150 miles away for the first 2 weeks, Spencer proved that he was going to be with Sydney in sickness & in health.

On November 2, 2024 we decided to take the next step & got engaged at Forest Park in St. Louis. Although our relationship has moved quickly, it has felt right for us since Day 1. When you know you know.

We couldn't be more different, but alike at the same time. To quote Spencer, "I don't know how I got so lucky to be with you". And to quote Sydney, "I feel so bad for every girl out there who doesn't have a Spencer".

Our advice that no one asked for: take the risk & put yourself out there. Something great might come of it. We are so thankful to have each one of you celebrate our big day with us. TIME TO PARTY!

S&S

Wedding & Reception

4:30 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Dinner & Reception