Like so many modern love stories, Ashley and Chase’s began with a simple swipe on the dating app, Hinge. A few exchanged messages and Ashley’s mom jumping in to convince her of a second date, quickly turned into something that felt easy and genuine — two old souls discovering how naturally their worlds fit together.They bonded over their love for the outdoors, their shared backgrounds in manufacturing, and a mutual appreciation for life’s simple joys — good food, good company, and a good laugh. From the beginning, their connection felt steady, real, and full of warmth.Early into their relationship, Chase began taking Ashley to Schweitzer Mountain to teach her how to ski. He was patient and encouraging, staying by her side as she learned (and fell). Between laughter (sometimes not laughter) and snow-covered wipe-outs, she realized that skiing wasn’t the only thing he was teaching her — he was showing her what steadfast love and support truly looks like.Chase can fix just about anything — from cars to household projects — but Ashley brought something into his life that can’t be tightened with a wrench: Stability. She introduced him to the beauty of routines, early mornings, and the occasional workout he didn’t exactly sign up for. Ashley keeps Chase on his toes by sprinkling in surprises along the way; from choosing overly-complicated recipes to last-minute projects with strict deadlines. Cheering each other on through life’s big moments, they have built a life full of laughter and love. Along the way, adopting the belief that the best days are the ones spent together—no matter where they are.After over a year of laughter, adventures, and building a life together, Chase proposed to Ashley on his prized duck boat — the legendary Quacker Whacker. The moment was perfectly fitting, unexpected, and unforgettable.Several months into their engagement, the two love-birds spend their time together laughing, exploring, and finding joy in every moment — from snowy slopes to lake days, to cozy nights in. Theirs is a love built on patience, humor, and the kind of companionship that feels like home.