April 1, 2026
I first met Menze on the dating site Christian Filipina. After several months of getting to know each other through daily conversations, I traveled to the Philippines to finally meet her in person. During my visit, we spent six wonderful weeks together, traveling, exploring local restaurants, and visiting beaches. A significant highlight of my trip was spending time with her family and friends, who welcomed me warmly. During this time, we became engaged and celebrated this milestone with our loved ones. When I returned home to Utah, the distance only confirmed my feelings for her; I found myself missing her every day. We maintained our relationship long-distance until her visa was approved. I was overjoyed to finally pick her up at the Las Vegas Airport. Following our plans, we were married on November 26, 2025. It has been a joy to start our lives together as husband and wife, and we continue to grow deeper in love every day.
– Stephen and Menze Strahm, Utah, United States
