We met in late June of 2020. We began talking, and quickly realized we were pretty sure we were always meant to meet. The universe just had us take the long way around. We found out we had many mutual friends, grew up pretty much under each other's noses, and even worked at the same summer camp. I had helped him clock in for his very first shift, while I was clocking out for the last time ever.

For us, we truly just began talking one day, and the conversation has never stopped. Patrick has always said from the very beginning that it was just so easy to keep the conversation going, and I couldn't agree more. We are always laughing together, and truly each other's very best friend. A quote I heard many years ago from my comfort show has lived in my head rent-free since the first time I heard it. It describes the foundation to a great relationship in my book, which I am lucky enough to have with my Patrick.

"But the thing is, after awhile, you just want to be with the one that makes you laugh."

- Mr. Big, SATC

Patrick and I bonded over our love for the holidays, and since meeting, each holiday season has been filled with more and more love!

Thanksgiving has continued to prove to be a monumental day for us over the years. Let me share with you, just how exciting our Thanksgiving Days together have been!

Thanksgiving 2020: Patrick and I had a front row seat to see Brett pull off a surprise engagement to my sister in our parent's backyard. I had called Patrick that morning, letting him know "TODAY IS THE DAY!!!" Patrick made sure to have the champagne ready for the big moment!

Thanksgiving 2021: We had been slowly moving into our very first place together the entire week leading up to the holiday. After dinner, we were eager to "get home" to our semi-furnished apartment to put up our new Christmas tree and watch a Christmas Movie.

Thanksgiving 2022: Patrick had popped the question the night before, and even had all of our friends join us for a celebration at Gina and Brett's house that night! We spent Thanksgiving Day visiting with family, telling the story about how he proposed, and even surprising a family member or two over the holiday dinner!

Thanksgiving 2023: One year out from our big day, our fathers and Patrick were finishing up the final touches before we officially moved into our first home, AND our first holiday as Aunt and Uncle! We welcomed our sweet nephew, Arden Richard, the day before Thanksgiving! Patrick has always made sure to let Gina and Brett know that "Uncle Pat's ready" and this is the year we finally see Uncle Pat in action! We are so excited for this little blessing!

Thanksgiving 2024: We will be days away from walking down the aisle, stay tuned for this one!

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