Once upon a time in the summer of 2017, Jacki and Brian's love story began in the most 21st-century way possible – not through a dating app but in an Uber ride. Fate almost took a detour as Brian contemplated canceling the ride when Jacki seemed to be heading in the wrong direction. Little did he know, this misstep would lead to a connection that would last a lifetime. During that car ride, they discovered that Jacki had attended school in the same town where Brian grew up. Chico and San Diego became the backdrop of their initial conversation, igniting a spark of shared nostalgia. Jacki's passion for volleyball fascinated Brian, while Jacki found herself intrigued by Brian's calm yet playful energy. Initially, they played it cool, sticking to platonic outings like hiking, beach volleyball, and weeknight bingo at local bars. However, as the summer came to a close, Brian and Jacki found themselves unable to deny the growing connection between them. After Brian traveled to watch Jacki play in a beach volleyball tournament, they stole away from their friends, finding a quiet patch of grass to discuss the uncertain future that lay ahead as Jacki prepared to head back to NorCal for work. Leaving that conversation, they couldn't predict the future, but both felt there was something undeniably special about the other. As the next year unfolded, Jacki and Brian navigated challenges of a long-distance relationship, visiting each other, meeting family members, and deepening their bond. Finally, Jacki made the pivotal decision to move down to San Diego after Thanksgiving in 2018, bringing them one step closer to a shared future. The couple continued to explore each other's worlds, sharing hobbies, friends, and countless moments of laughter. The idea of moving in together began to surface, and after some contemplation, Jacki and Brian took the plunge, deciding to push the boundaries of their comfort zones and start a new chapter together. In the winter of 2019, Jacki and Brian moved into a cozy 1-bedroom eager to build on their relationship. Little did they know that the world was about to change with the arrival of COVID. While many relationships faced challenges during this time, Jacki and Brian found solace in each other. They embraced the opportunity to spend quality time together, exploring new activities, discussing important topics, and delving deeper into each other's pasts, dreams, and goals. Amid the chaos of 2020, Jacki and Brian found themselves contemplating an even bolder move – the kind that would make relocating to a new city seem like a walk in the park. The question on the table: Should they uproot their lives and move to a state where they knew no one, all during a pandemic? After weeks of contemplation, discussions, and probably one too many late-night Google searches, they landed on the unexpected choice of Salt Lake City, Utah. Fast forward to Salt Lake City, where Jacki wasted no time in adding a puppy to the mix. Enter Captain, the golden retriever – the uncontested center of Jacki and Brian's universe. Becoming full-time dog parents proved to be an adventure of its own. Climbing four flights of stairs in the middle of the night for bathroom breaks became the norm, and through the sleep-deprived haze, Jacki and Brian discovered a newfound appreciation for teamwork. From the early days of shared hobbies, raucous nights out at bars, attempts at culinary mastery in their tiny apartment kitchen, to the harmonious chaos of music festivals and spontaneous adventures, Brian and Jacki have woven a tapestry of memories. As they transition from the carefree days of their twenties to the more settled rhythm of married life, their love story unfolds with endless possibilities on the horizon. Their relationship, akin to a well-constructed building, stands on a solid foundation built over years of laughter, tears, and unwavering support. Let the next chapter begin!...