It all started sometime last year in the most unexpected yet modern way—on Hinge. Yes! Hinge the dating app.
A simple message popped up:
"Hi Matt."
That was it. These words have since then quietly opened the door to something extraordinary.
We quickly hit it off, connected instantly, exchanged numbers, and began talking like we'd known each other for years. Our conversations flowed so naturally through text and while on Facetime, though it had only been a few days. Within a week, we decided to meet in person for our first date. That day sealed it—there was something real here. You know what they say, when you know, YOU-KNOW.
Our connection deepened with every laugh, every story, and every quiet moment shared. We discovered that we not only complemented each other, but we challenged, inspired, and brought out the best in one another.
Over the next few months, we built a love rooted in faith, sincerity, ease, and joy.
"She has been sweet, caring, endlessly supportive, and above all, my peace in the chaos. Her presence made life lighter. It didn't take long to realize—she wasn't just someone I wanted in my life, she was someone I couldn't imagine life without."
"So a few months later, I asked her the most important question of my life:"
Would you marry me?
"And she said yes."
- Matthew
"I jokingly said no first, though. I wish you could see how nervous he was. I don't know why because he knew I would say yes."
- Nana
Now here we are—writing this chapter together, preparing to celebrate the next with the people we love most.
From "Hi Matt" to "I do," our story is just getting started.
We can't wait to share this journey with you.