Our Story
Our story started in September 2022 with one swipe, right when we were both almost ready to give up on dating completely. Safe to say, we’re very happy we didn’t.
From the very first conversation, everything felt easy, natural, and fun. We talked nonstop, laughed constantly, and somehow it already felt like we had known each other forever. On the very first day, there was even jokingly a marriage proposal, all because we both loved soca music. Honestly, that was probably the moment we both knew this was going somewhere.
After one week of endless messages and videocalls, we finally went on our first date. And let’s just say… it did not disappoint. From the moment we saw each other in real life, it was game over.
The date was full of laughter, good vibes, and instant chemistry. And because one adventure clearly wasn’t enough, we ended the night at a shots bar together. We laughed the entire time, the chemistry was undeniable. Bold choice for a first date? Absolutely. Regrets? None. Looking back now, that first date perfectly described us: fun, spontaneous, a little chaotic, and completely inseparable from the start.
From that moment on, we fell hard, fast, and completely head over heels for each other. What began with a single swipe has blossomed into a journey far greater than we ever could have imagined.
Since that first date, we’ve become best friends, partners, travel buddies, each other’s biggest supporters, and proud parents too. Our greatest adventure of all has been growing our little family. We are beyond grateful for our beautiful daughter Avery, who made our love even more special, and with our baby boy Evan, our beautiful little family is complete.
And somehow, in the middle of all the chaos, laughter, date nights, family moments, and creating a home together, our love story just keeps getting better.
The proposal
One of the most unforgettable chapters happened on Aruba.
On a beautiful sunny day, surrounded by family, the big question was asked. What made it even more special was that it was a complete surprise, which is almost impossible when it comes to Nicole. While everyone else seemed calm, Ruben had secretly been planning this moment for five whole months, making sure every single detail was perfect.
And it truly was.
With the ocean breeze, the sunshine, the people we love most around us, and emotions running high, Ruben got down on one knee and completely shocked Nicole. There were tears, laughter, disbelief, and one very excited and assertive “YES!”
It was one of those moments that felt frozen in time, beautiful, emotional, and filled with so much love. A moment we will cherish forever.
We made it official, and now, Aruba awaits 🩵
On August 26, 2026, we officially became husband and wife in the Netherlands.
Surrounded by the people we love, we shared a beautiful and intimate day filled with so much love, laughter, happy tears, and moments we’ll carry with us forever. It was everything we could have hoped for. A celebration of the life and family we’ve already built together, and the beginning of this next chapter as husband and wife.
And while we’ll always hold that day close to our hearts, our story isn’t done celebrating just yet…
Now, our hearts are set on our Aruba wedding 🌴☀️
On June 12, 2027, we get to celebrate our love all over again, this time with our toes in the sand, the Caribbean breeze around us, and all of you by our side!
We truly cannot wait to see everyone, celebrate together, and create another unforgettable chapter of our story.
The Netherlands made us husband & wife. Aruba is where we’ll celebrate!