Marissa and Derek both went on Tinder with the same goal in mind: to meet "the one" - the one who enjoys sports, dogs and is family oriented. The one that laughs and always sees the brighter side of things- and with a swipe to the right, comes the future Mr. and Mrs. Derek "super liked" Marissa in March of 2022! They started chatting and decided its time to meet in person. She loves Kyro so much, she wanted Kyro to be a part of the first date, which was going to the dog park in Lakeville. After realizing how much we have in common over dinner, multiple other dates occurred. Some awkwardness in the beginning since they are both quiet and shy, but eventually grew feelings for each other. Derek knew Marissa was the one on the first date. A month after meeting, they started dating, and not long after that Derek moved in with Marissa. In December the weather was not usual, very warm. They decided to take Kyro to the dog park, the same one as their first date. Derek asked Marissa before we left, “Is that what you’re wearing?” Marissa was confused cause sweatpants at the dog park is her usual attire. She decided not to change. They get to the dog park and walk around for a few minutes. Then Derek says, “Kyro, show mommy your new dog tag!” (Marissa would have never noticed) It said, "will you marry my daddy?" Derek was on one knee and asked Marissa for her hand in marriage! Marissa had no idea that was coming. It was so magical to have Kyro apart of the moment and being in the same spot of their first date! Derek for sure thought Marissa saw it on the way to the dog park since it was dangling right behind her in the car, but she didn’t notice. Shortly after they started looking for houses. It was a struggle at first but they were lucky enough to know someone that wanted to sell their home. In June they moved from Apple Valley to White Bear Lake. So many changes in one year but they are very excited to start a new journey as newlyweds!