The Couple: Mackenzie & Ryan

Where is home? They’re currently dividing time between Chicago & Springfield, IL! (Mackenzie hails from Bemidji, MN and Ryan from Gillespie, IL)

How they met: They initially crossed paths online, then spent five months writing to one another before finally meeting face-to-face.

Three things they simply can’t live without:

Mackenzie – Music (Spotify plays 24/7), photo albums, and dessert!

Ryan – Outdoor adventure, great coffee/beer/bourbon, and learning new things all the time (he’s an NPR addict!).

Why they’re awesome:

Mackenzie & Ryan are sentimental, kind, and wholeheartedly focused on what matters most. They adore places with a story. In fact, they recently purchased an early 1900’s home together & relish the creaky floors, old staircases, and cracked plaster walls. Anything with character? They’re all about it! In addition, they dig outdoor adventure, cooking from scratch, witty puns, and sushi dates. These are my kinda people! This December, they’ll tie the knot up north, and I can’t wait to document the joy. Cheers to these love birds!