Till we say, "I Do"
Our Story
How They Met
Their story began at a church small group in Cape Town. Having recently moved
to the city, Rieghardt found himself surrounded by unfamiliar faces. Among
the group, he and Lené discovered a shared love for running, and what
started as a simple conversation quickly grew into something more meaningful
as they got to know each other better.
Looking back, they believe it was no coincidence, but part of God’s perfect
plan that brought them together at just the right time.
Their first dates ☕🏃♂️
They like to say they had two “first dates.” The first was a coffee date at
Plato Coffee, where they discovered how much they had in common, including
their love for family, sport, and faith.
Their first official date, however, didn’t go as planned. After running a
race in Wellington, they had planned to visit Kirstenbosch National
Botanical Garden for an open-air cinema. However, an unexpected injury
changed their plans, and they ended up having a braai at Rieghardt’s flat
instead.
What seemed like a setback turned into a blessing, as the quiet evening
allowed them to spend meaningful time together. It was a simple night that
became an important step in their journey.
💍 The Engagement
Planning the proposal was one of the biggest secrets Rieghardt had to keep.
With the help of close friends, every detail was carefully arranged, from
the picnic setup to the perfect timing.
They chose to go to Dias Beach after running a marathon, making it
completely unexpected. After the run, they walked along the beach toward the
picnic spot. The weather was perfect, and the beach was quiet, making it
feel as though it had been prepared just for them.
To keep the surprise, Rieghardt mentioned that they were walking into
someone else’s setup. But when they arrived and everything became clear, he
asked the most important question.
Lené said yes — and was shaking for nearly an hour afterwards.
It was a perfect day and the beginning of a new chapter in their story.
