This was the third time I'd signed up for eHarmony. I resolved to take it seriously, reach out to a couple new guys every week, respond kindly to everyone who messaged me, and stay open. Whom did God want for me?

After a month or so getting nowhere, Daniel messaged me. He said he liked my profile and asked about my weekend. I checked out his profile. My first thought was "Oh no. He has a dog in his profile pic!" (I'm a cat person.) He figured out my name from my graduation photo and googled me. Then he confessed what he'd done. I laughed. It was the same detective work I myself would do, but I know better than to admit to someone that I'd researched them! He apologized and admitted it came across as a little creepy. But someone who likes to research and makes me laugh was definitely up my alley.

We dated a couple times and I still wasn't sure what to think. Then one day Daniel asked me to be myself--no masking, no pretending ever. I was floored. No one wants me to be myself! Most people want me to be like myself but a little different in some way that makes them feel more comfortable. That was the day Daniel became Mr. Wonderful.

I made peace with the dog. (Ezra is very sweet and doesn't bark.) Daniel and I have traveled a lot together. We've made it through family crises together. We've taught ESL together to immigrants. We've visited three Six Flags parks and ridden a lot of roller coasters together. We've faced health crises together. We've built a solid partnership together. Daniel is my ministry partner and my friend. I look forward to many more adventures with him.

Registry

In lieu of gifts, we ask everyone to bring their favorite dish to the reception along with a copy of the recipe. Thank you for celebrating with us! Your love and friendship is deeply appreciated. Love,Joanna & Daniel

In lieu of gifts, we ask everyone to bring their favorite dish to the reception along with a copy of the recipe.

Thank you for celebrating with us! Your love and friendship is deeply appreciated.

Love,
Joanna & Daniel