In the wide-open embrace of the Canadian prairies, where the fields seem to go on forever, and the sky stretches to meet the earth, our love story had quite the humble beginning. So, there I was, city slicker in Saskatoon, and she was nestled in the quieter town of Battleford. Love, it seems, had other plans for us.

One day, I decided to dive into that app that had been gathering virtual dust on my phone. Amid a sea of profiles, there she was, shining like a star in the night sky. Dayana, that was her name, and her photos were like a burst of sunshine on a rainy day. As I read her profile, I discovered she hailed from a culture entirely different from mine, adding a delicious layer of mystery to our connection. With a mix of nerves and hope, I swiped right, and what do you know, it was a match made in pixel heaven.

Our conversations began with polite hellos and small talk, but it didn’t take long for us to embark on virtual journeys that spanned continents. Dayana’s warmth and intellect were a magnet, and her stories of her homeland ignited my curiosity about the world. After weeks of text exchanges, we decided it was time to meet in person.

Ah, the famous “COVID first date.” We met, and, well, let’s just say it was a bit awkward with social distancing and all. So, we ended up going on a scenic drive around Saskatoon, checking out local landmarks, and capping it off with a whimsical visit to the grocery store.

We’d bonded over our shared love of cheese, so we improvised and crafted our own DIY charcuterie boards.

As our love story continued to write itself, it was clear that our diverse backgrounds were like colorful threads weaving our story’s tapestry.

We cherished each other’s traditions, embraced our cultural differences, and found a beautiful fusion of our worlds.

I popped the question in our Battleford backyard, keeping it simple and intimate. A week later, we had a small official ceremony, with grander plans for a celebration a year down the road.

And now, here we are, calling Battleford our home. It’s the place where our love story keeps on evolving, where our differences are bridges, not barriers, and where that trusty old dating app serves as a reminder that love truly knows no boundaries, not even the endless horizons of the Saskatchewan prairies.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Photographer AZ Photography | Wedding Dress The Bridal Boutique

Jewelry GMG Jewellers | Décor Infinity Events & Décor

Florals Quinn and Kim’s Flowers | Hair Cara @ Sunsera Salon

Groom’s Hair King Cut Barbersop | Groomswear Caswells

Catering Hearth | Venue The Remai | Officiant Jeff Siemens

Desserts Crave Cookies and Cupcakes

Transportation Living Skies Limousine

Videographer True Touch Media | DJ Myles Away Entertainment