S2 Ep 8 "Hometown is Where the Heart Is" Abby & Jay of Maple Shade Farm

From their kindergarten class photo, to a grilled cheese proposal, to becoming accidental entrepreneurs, Abby & Jay's love story is one for the books. In this episode of The Love Department, host Nik Lockhart continues to explore season two’s wedding theme by welcoming childhood sweethearts turned wedding venue owners, Abby and Jay.Abby and Jay share their incredible lifelong journey, which began when they were paired up next to each other in a kindergarten class photo. After moving away, reconnecting this "girl next door" and the "boy next door," were pulled back together.These hometown heroes have always prioritized comfort, family, and authenticity.Today, they are the proud owners of Maple Shade Farm—a historic 213-acre estate in their rural hometown of Delhi, New York. They discuss how a dormant 1800s farm organically evolved into a bustling business that has fueled their creative passions, boosted their local economy, and strengthened their bond as a couple who works together.Check out their stunning wedding venue Maple Shade Farm: www.mapleshadefarmny.com/Support the showVisit us at www.love-department.com. We'd love to connect with you.  Xoxo