It all started at Yappy Hour in Asbury Park, NJ, where dogs run wild and drinks flow freely - the perfect setting for fate to step in.

From the very first moment, there was something magical between us. Stephanie's first impression of Taylor was that she was beautiful, quirky, and had this radiant energy that drew people in - the kind that instantly lights up a room. Taylors first impression of Stephanie was that she was intriguing, funny, and had a bold, adventurous spirit.

Our first date was the perfect mix of charm and chaos. A "Bring your own" restaurant, where instead of showing up with a nice bottle of wine, we showed up with Tito's in a Poland Spring water bottle. Not exactly traditional, but it set the tone for who we are as a couple; a little unconventional, a lot of fun, and always ourselves.

Since that night, we've shared five incredible years together. Whether we are singing along to concerts at the beach, finding new restaurants to try, or riding our jetski through thunderstorms, every moment feels fun and easy.

Sports are also a big part of our lives. We both played college soccer. Taylor as a midfielder and Stephanie as a goalkeeper. One of our favorite memories is the time we had to hop a small fence at park to get to a soccer field, just so Taylor could score at least 20 goals on Stephanie, reminding her difference between division 1 and division 3 sports.

Taylor was the first person to introduce Stephanie to the game of golf. Since then, they love spending their afternoons looking for their balls in the woods, or hitting mulligan after mulligan. Wherever we tee off, our golf balls always somehow manage to end up side by side. We like to think it's the universe's playful reminder that we're always in sync, always finding our way back to each other.

Of course there's also football season - a constant battle of blue vs. silver. Taylor's a cowboys fan, and Stephanie bleeds blue (for some sad reason). This means that at least twice a year, there is a bit of a friendly rivalry between them, even though, as Taylor loves to point out, the Cowboys always win.

Stephanie knew Taylor was the one the day she met her family. Watching how they treated each other and the people around them - with kindness, humor, and heart - made her realize that Taylor was been raised by the kind of people who build lasting love and strong families. That was the day Stephanie could see their future unfolding.

When it came time to propose, Stephanie planned a moment that was nothing short of magical. She proposed to Taylor on the shoreline in Laguna Beach, California, just as the sun was setting over the water. Taylor of course, had a feeling something was up- mostly because Stephanie tried to sneak an outfit into her suitcase - but she went along with the plan, letting Stephanie have her big moment. In that perfect, golden-hour glow, surrounded by the sound of waves, Taylor said yes.

Today, life feels full and beautiful with out three dogs - Kona, Maddox, and Jack- who bring endless joy (and chaos) to our home. We balance each other in all the best ways. Stephanie admires Taylor's unstoppable ambition, her constant drive to grow, and her determination to build the best possible future. Taylor admires Stephanie's selfless heart, her ability to connect deeply with others, and her natural way of making everyone feel seen and loved.

As we look forward to our wedding day, what excites us most is seeing our families come together - the people who've shaped us, supported, and celebrated us through every chapter - all in one place to witness the love we've built. Of course we're also looking forward to the food, the music, and the dancing that sure to follow!

Our dreams for the future are simple but meaningful: to never stop chasing the next sunrise and the next adventure. We hope to build a home and a family filled with laughter, memories, and traditions - just like the ones our parents built for us. And through it all, we'll keep finding new reasons to fall in love, again and again.

T&S

Wedding Day

5:30 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM

Reception