Love found in the digital age: Deborah Jennifer Yarchun and Benjamin Ernest Parr’s unconventional journey to marriage
In a modern-day love story that could rival any romantic comedy, Deborah Jennifer Yarchun and Benjamin Ernest Parr found each other through a swipe on a dating app and embarked on a whirlwind romance that led them across the country before ultimately saying “I do.”
It all started when Ms. Yarchun’s friend swiped left on Mr. Parr on the League, a dating app for ambitious individuals. Intrigued by his photo, Ms. Yarchun decided to take matters into her own hands and swiped right when she came across him on the same app a few weeks later.
Their first date at a wine bar in SoHo was filled with sparks, and their connection only grew stronger as they bonded over their shared love for writing. Despite a series of unexpected challenges, including a fire in their apartment and a bed bug scare, Ms. Yarchun and Mr. Parr’s relationship proved to be resilient as they embraced a nomadic lifestyle, traveling to different locations each month.
After moving into a permanent apartment in California, Mr. Parr finally popped the question on March 4, 2023, and the couple tied the knot on April 6 at a picturesque venue in Austin, Texas. The wedding ceremony incorporated both Jewish and Thai traditions, reflecting the couple’s diverse backgrounds.
As they danced to their favorite song, “Good Day for Marrying You,” surrounded by their loved ones, Ms. Yarchun and Mr. Parr couldn’t help but feel overcome with joy at the idea of spending the rest of their lives together.
Their unconventional journey to marriage serves as a reminder that love can truly be found in unexpected places, even in the digital age of dating apps and nomadic lifestyles.
