Our Story
Sebastian
In the winter of 2018, a chance encounter on a dating app led me to the most incredible person I would ever meet: Hailey. I still remember that first date in my dorm room. There was an instant attraction. We sat in the cozy chaos of my space, and despite the awkwardness of our surroundings, it felt effortless and warm, as if we had known each other forever.
Our journey together has been anything but ordinary. I vividly recall our third date, which took an unexpected turn when we found ourselves in a car accident. Hailey was driving, and when we hit a faculty member of my school, it initially seemed like (to her) the end of our budding romance. But amidst the panic, all I felt was this deep connection to her—the worrisome moment only brought us closer, solidifying something I had hoped was beginning to blossom. As we supported each other through the chaos, finding strength in vulnerability and humor, we grew closer still.
Together, we’ve shared countless nights watching movies , playing games, or just existing in the same space. As much as we find going out to concerts, or events put on by our friends, we feel the most connected and relaxed at home together. Through the ups and downs, we’ve learned how to navigate life together. Hailey’s empathetic spirit keeps me grounded, while my outgoing silliness brings her joy. We balance each other beautifully, helping one another conquer whatever challenges come our way.
When I proposed to Hailey during a picturesque picnic at Wawawai Park, with the sun shining over the Snake River Canyon, I knew I was ready for forever. Our goal is pretty simple: to grow old in love, create a warm household filled with laughter, and face whatever life throws our way as a team.
As we begin this new chapter, we invite you to celebrate with us as we declare our love and commitment to each other. Thank you for being part of our story.
Hailey
In December of 2018, we met on a dating app! Sebastian was planning to delete his profile, I decided to create a profile, and we matched! Right away, we had long conversations about anything and everything (“if you had to pick between being a cowboy, a samurai, or a pirate, which would you choose?”, “If I committed a crime and asked for your help to cover it up, would you help me?”) that made it fun and easy to get to know each other.
Sebastian had planned a date for that Saturday, but after talking nonstop and feeling like things were going well, I asked if we could go on a date before Saturday… So that Tuesday, I picked him up to get some dinner, and then we watched Spirited Away (I had never seen it before, and he couldn’t let that stand). For our second date, I made him watch It’s A Wonderful Life (he had never seen it before, and I couldn’t let that stand).
Our third date: the car crash (well, it was more of a fender bender). Everything had been going well between us, but I was sure that he wouldn’t want to see me anymore afterwards. Much to my relief, he didn’t stop talking to me; he wanted to know how I was doing and when we’d be able to go on another date. I like to joke that this experience bonded us together; the strongest relationships are built on shared trauma (or however that saying goes).
We decided to move in together January of 2020, and then the Pandemic made sure that we had a lot of time to learn each other’s habits and adjusting to being around each other all the time. We quickly realized how pleasant it is to do mundane things together. Knowing that he’s nearby is enough to make me happy.
And the rest is history
We look forward to whatever adventure finds us: together.
