Kristen's Version: Jake and I met on a chilly, blustery, Spring morning. Okay... that sounds cheesy but it's true. It was Saturday, March 5, 2022 and we were each planning on attending Newport Beach's Hoag Classic Golf Tournament with a group of our mutual friends. The weather was freezing, windy, and rainy so before the tournament started for the day, a mutual friend of ours suggested that we hangout indoors at Jake and his roommate's apartment nearby for a bit. The only information I was provided with prior to meeting Jake is that he went to Yorba Linda High School and is "obsessed with Tesla". Jake introduced himself to me in the doorway of his Newport apartment and I swear time stood still. We talked later that night about traveling, his interest in Tesla, my work in the automotive industry, and how many random similarities and coincidences we have in common. I was instantly drawn to how funny, kind, caring, and adventurous he was. The following day, Jake sent me a message on Instagram and we went on a bowling date the next weekend (he let me win one game). We've been inseparable ever since. I never imagined I would find someone that so effortlessly became my partner, best friend, and favorite person all in one. Jake proposed on September 29, in Banff, Alberta, Canada in front of the most gorgeous view I've ever seen at Moraine Lake. I'll never forget this moment, the sights, sounds, and smells of the lake, and the feeling of pure euphoria directly after he got on one knee. The trip became one huge celebration after that, and Banff and Jasper have easily become two of my favorite destinations on earth. We're so excited to get married and to spend our special day celebrating with you all on November 2, 2024.

K&J

Wedding Day