Paul & Becca

We first met on a high school band trip to Disney World. We were both a little quiet back then, both secretly hoping for someone to truly connect with. Something clicked on that trip—simple conversations, shared jokes, and the feeling of being completely at ease with each other. It wasn’t dramatic or flashy; it just felt right.

Through college, new responsibilities, and early adulthood, we grew up together. Paul joined the marching band while Becca started nursing school, and we supported each other through long days and big dreams. What really matters is how much we’ve grown since then. We often say that while we were each other’s firsts, what we have now is something entirely different—something intentional, steady, and earned.

We’ve weathered challenges, including a time when we realized we’d let our marriage fall to the bottom of the list. Working through that reshaped how we love, communicate, and show up. Today, we’re a team—when one of us struggles, the other somehow finds enough strength for both.

Paul grew up as the youngest of three, and Becca the oldest of two, giving us the best of both worlds—Paul has go‑with‑the‑flow energy and Becca has a natural sense of care and responsibility. We were fortunate to buy a home in the town we love, staying close to the people that shaped us.

Becca’s family always hosted Christmas Eve in her childhood home, and we’ve continued that tradition—filling our house with food, laughter, and love. We can’t wait to see how those traditions grow with a little one.

Paul’s family is all about togetherness—BBQ Sundays and cheering on football, often at the stadium. Becca’s family leans cozy and calm: relaxing weekends and an annual week at the lake up north, a tradition she’s had since high school. We love how our families bring different types of joy into our lives.

We’re also lucky to have close friends who feel like family. We gather often for yard, board, and card games, with giggles echoing through someone’s house. Many of our friends are growing their families too and couldn’t be more excited for us. Together our supportive circle creates a warm, safe space, and we can’t wait to welcome a child.

What I love about Paul is that he is: joyful, patient, and the kind of person everyone loves being around. He’s positive, organized, and full of quiet determination. He brings warmth into every room and kindness into every interaction. I know he’ll be an incredible dad—silly and playful, but also steady, encouraging, and gentle.

Becca has a heart that handles people with so much care. As a hospice nurse, she brings calm, comfort, and compassion to families during their hardest moments. At home, she creates a space that feels warm and safe. She’s thoughtful, nurturing, and centrally maternal. I know she’ll make our child feel deeply loved, understood, and supported every single day.