Rooted in Love & Growing Together

It all started with a Instagram DM. A simple message from Zachary turned into hours of conversation, endless laughter, and a connection we never saw coming. He was my friend’s cousin, living two hours away, but somehow, it felt like we had known each other forever. For almost a year, we made the distance work, finding any excuse to see each other, until life surprised us with the biggest blessing—our daughter, Lillian. That’s when everything changed. From the start, Zachary didn’t just love me—he loved my daughter, Ahvaya, too. Watching him step into our lives and become the most incredible dad showed me just how special he really is. Our first date was simple but perfect. We ate Mexican food, talked for hours, and the very next day, we took on an 8-mile hike through Hocking Hills with another couple. Looking back, it feels symbolic—us, walking side by side, pushing through the tough parts, laughing through the easy ones, and knowing we never wanted to do life with anyone else. Now, here we are, building a life full of love, adventure, and way too much food. Whether we’re exploring the outdoors or just hanging out at home, we always find joy in being together. We even have this weird thing where we say exactly what the other is thinking—proof that we’re meant to be. As we celebrate this next chapter, we’re bringing everything we love into our wedding—nature, a little boho magic, and the people who mean the most to us. We can’t wait to share this day with you!