Kara and Michael’s journey together began on the 15th of October 2022 when they started conversing on a whimsical dating app called Tinder. Right away, they felt a connection. Instead of engaging in a typical dialog of how they ended up there or sharing explicit portraits, they talked about family, values, interests, and their desire for love. It didn't take long for these conversations to occur in person. Their first date happened on the 20th of October at the Tap House Grille, where they shared their first app and kiss! As with the start of most good love stories, sparks were immediately felt, and a sense of familiarity was shared. Michael, following the unwritten rule of "making her wait," tested Kara's patience for the first of many times in this relationship. Around 5 p.m. the following day, he reached out, and they planned their second date. A few months later, on the 12th of February, they exchanged declarations of love as they returned home from a trip to Cisco. Fast forward one year, and their long-distance relationship became local. Kara became a cat mom and a resident of the center of the universe. With increased time together came increased joy, laughter, and adventure. Typically, this came in the form of hikes, walks along the ocean, trips to Cisco, concerts, day trips to the lake, and hockey games. With every moment spent came an increased desire to never part. On the 19th of October 2024, on the island of Nantucket, in witness of both their families, Michael proposed, and Kara said yes!