Most of you know by now we met through mutual friends in Oskaloosa, IA. Wayyyyyy back in 2011! I was a senior in high school, and Craig was living with his long time friend from Hawaii, Storm, taking a long vacation. While hanging out one night with Storm’s sister, Craig decided to go to a basketball game which I also happened was going to. While on the ride there Craig caught my eye literally! Of course me and all the girls were intrigued by this mystery man from Hawaii, and couldn’t help myself from staring at his beautiful eyes! I had to know him! A few weeks went along and we began talking, hanging out more and eventually texting each other almost 24/7. A few months go by and graduation was approaching. Craig popped the first question by asking how he should introduce himself to my family, At first I said how about my “Hawaiian crush” and Craig replied how about your Hawaiian boyfriend? So of course I said YES! <3 Craig had to go back to Hawaii for the majority of the summer so we continued to talk and text throughout those months, getting to know each other and and felt early on a deep connection for each other. Despite some of our families reservations, we fell head over heels in love and Craig moved back to Iowa. Continuing our lives in Cedar Rapids we’ve made it our home, with our 3 dogs and each other, we’re our own little family now! Countless adventures in between our love still going strong! Fast forward to October 1st, 2018 Craig finally popped the big question and I barely found the word before sliding that ring onto my finger! Yes! Now the past 2 years have been crazy and we've decided to stop waiting and being at the mercy of others, and get this marriage underway. We love and appreciate all our friends and family so so much and hope you'll be able to join us in this monumental milestone!