Hey there, lovely folks! We're Daniel and Patrick, and we're absolutely thrilled that you've stopped by to learn a little bit about our quirky love story. Strap in folks, because this tale is a rollercoaster ride filled with laughter, love, and some seriously odd swiping decisions. Picture this: Washington, DC the year is 2021. The modern-day love story begins with two guys swiping right on Hinge, a digital playground for the romantically inclined. Little did Patrick know that when he swiped right on Daniel's profile, he was embarking on an adventure that even he couldn't predict. Patrick later confessed that he thought Daniel's profile was a bit odd, but in the grand scheme of things, he now knows it wasn't just the profile that was peculiar. Fast forward less than two weeks, and the dynamic duo decided to meet in person at Midlands Beer Garden. Now, here's the funny part: neither of us is particularly fond of beer, but we found something even more intoxicating that night – each other's company. We hit it off so well that we started scheduling not one, but two dates per week right away. Who says you need to wait to see each other again? Hold on tight, because it gets even more exciting! After only a few weeks of dating, Daniel, in a daring move, invited Patrick to join him on a road trip out west. Surprise of the century – Patrick agreed! Tickets were booked, and a month later, we were off on an adventure that would make the most thrilling rollercoaster look like a kiddie ride. As it turns out, we share a profound love for travel, even if Patrick's driving gave Daniel a heart attack a few times. Neither of us pushed the other off the cliff of the Grand Canyon and we survived to tell the tale! After a year and a half of dating, and after Daniel successfully talked Patrick down from a 10K engagement ring (seriously, what does he think we are, millionaires?), Daniel finally mustered up the courage to pop the question. It happened in the magical city of New York during the holiday season, making it a memory that will forever warm our hearts. Besides our shared love for travel, we've also ventured into the world of culinary exploration. Patrick takes charge of finding exciting recipes, and then he "encourages" Daniel to do the cooking. Let's just say it's a delicious team effort filled with laughter and a few kitchen mishaps. Before we wrap up our whimsical journey, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude. To our dear friends and family, thank you for your unwavering support and for being part of this wild ride with us. Your love means the world to us, and we can't wait to celebrate our special day with all of you. So, there you have it – our tale of two swipes that turned into a lifetime of love and adventure. Stick around, and let's make more memories together as we embark on this incredible journey called marriage. Cheers to love, laughter, and a happily ever after that's as odd and wonderful as our beginning!