She was dared to tell a stranger he was cute—now they’re planning their forever

Love can bloom in the most unexpected ways, and for Summer Pfleger, it all started with a dare. The TikTok user, who goes by @summerwa101, shared a heartwarming video documenting how a playful challenge from her mother led her to the love of her life.

It all began when Pfleger noticed a handsome employee at the front desk of a Holiday Inn. Encouraged by her mom, she nervously picked up the phone and made a call that would change everything.

"My mom dared me to call him… so I did!"

— @summerwa101

A simple dare turned into something magical

In the video, Pfleger shared her initial hesitation before making the call. Despite her nerves, she followed through. When the employee, Ethan, answered, she told him she thought he was cute and asked if he was single. To her delight, he was—and they exchanged numbers.

"All because you made a phone call!"

— @tiffany_livehost

From first dates to forever

It isn't unheard of for a relationship to start on a dare, but to capture the moment on camera is a treat. TikTok | @summerwa101

What started as a dare quickly turned into a whirlwind romance. Pfleger shared updates with her followers, revealing that she and Ethan had gone on several dates. She also documented the sweet moment when he officially asked her to be his girlfriend—with a unique twist.

Since their first conversation involved her asking for a fork, Ethan made it memorable. He gave her a fork engraved with "Be my girlfriend" and the date they met.

The met over forks, so he asked her to mary him with one. TikTok | @summerwa101

Their love story continued with romantic gestures, including Ethan decorating a table with butterflies—Pfleger’s favorite. Eventually, on her birthday, Ethan proposed at the spot where they had their first date.

A love story that came full circle

One year after their first conversation, Pfleger and Ethan tied the knot. She shared a final video update, dressed in her wedding gown, ready to say "I do."

"Did I watch the entire thing and celebrate like you were a close friend? Yes. Congrats!"

— @kjb12345

Even Holiday Inn Express, where Ethan worked, joined in on the celebration:

"Congrats to you both! We are so excited to be a part of your love story."

— @holidayinnexpress

One phone call, a little courage, and a push from Mom led to the love of a lifetime!