The happy couple met while Mary was traveling to Alaska to see Nate's first duty station. Of course, both Carter and Mary were on dating apps (it's 2024, how else is this generation supposed to go about social interaction). Carter just so happened to swipe on to Mary's profile, promptly leaned over to Nate and said "Look at this hot girl I just matched with". To which Nate replied "That is my sister". Nate began to frantically text Mary "Get off Tinder". Mary's Mom then suggested that Carter come to dinner and hiking with us. From then on, Carter was officially apart of the Alaska vacation. Truthfully we have Nate (and Mom for allowing Carter to crash the vacation) to thank for the beginning of our entire relationship. As embarrassing as it is for your little sister to be flirting with your new best friend, he definitely cheered us on.