Two people from different sides of Pittsburgh's bridges decided to meet for the first time at a small brewery across a another Pittsburgh bridge. Several pints and endless laughs later, Rich and McKenna embarked on the neverending first date.

They tried axe throwing and explored the microeconomy at the Dave and Busters while draining Power Cards before having the perfect kiss at the local Aldi, which, if you know McKenna, she found incredibly romantic.

As they bonded over their love for travel and enjoying life, Rich was smitten while McKenna played it cool until she met Rich's four-legged roommates, Lyra and Koda, who she instantly fell in love with.

Their weekly dates quickly turned into spending every day together.

Rich invited McKenna on a trip he teased on their first date, attending three weddings in three different states in one week. No strangers to tackling a challenge with adventurous spirit, the couple loaded their bicycles on the truck and hit the road. After three weddings, seven states, ten days, and 1,615 miles, Rich and McKenna returned to Pittsburgh undeniably head over heels in love.

(Side note: They encourage everyone to visit their favorite city, Portland, Maine, where the first I love you was said.)

After tough conversations, McKenna accepted that it was more practical for her to move into Rich's house in Etna instead of him moving into her beloved Mt. Lebo rental. They began building their life together.

After a few more trips visiting with family and friends across the United States and Europe, a unique bike ride around Pittsburgh in December 2023 would result in an engagement. They called it Merry Margarita Saturday and celebrated by biking and sharing Christmas songs all through Lawrenceville and the Strip District. After making it home safely, they looked forward to a future together and decided to spend the rest of their lives sharing adventures, happiness, and love.

A diamond ring and just a little over a year later, Rich and McKenna are ready to celebrate their love with their favorite people. See you on the dance floor in March.

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