Alexia and Jimmie met at Burn Boot Camp, a group fitness gym in Greenville. Jimmie had recently moved to the area and was in search of a gym where he could go to workout and meet new people. A close friend of his recommended that he try Burn Boot Camp. Her daughter had recently joined in the Charlotte area and spoke highly of the workouts and her ability to make new friends outside of work. Jimmie spoke to Alexia after a workout to gauge her interest in the workouts and, ultimately, himself. After a few weeks away from the gym and not having any contact with each other, both Alexia and Jimmie went to the gym for a Valentine's Day workout, hoping that they would see each other and confirm each other's relationship status. Surprise, both showed up to class! A few weeks later, Alexia found Jimmie on Facebook and messaged him to reconnect and, eventually, exchange phone numbers. The rest is history!

After receiving the blessing of both his parents and Alexia's parents, Jimmie started planning for a surprise proposal. Jimmie arranged for a luxurious picnic at Pullen Park in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. A photographer joined Alexia and Jimmie during their picnic, offering to take pictures of them enjoying their day. She first took photos with Jimmie's phone and then switched to her personal camera. As the photographer was switching cameras, Alexia read a sweet note from Jimmie and then found Jimmie, who was on one knee, expressing his desire to experience a lifetime of happiness and everlasting love with her. Of course Alexia said YES!!! Afterwards, at one of their favorite restaurants in Raleigh, Jimmie walked Alexia into another surprise, a dinner celebration with both families surrounding the couple with their excitement, love and support. We're so excited to celebrate this next chapter in our lives with you!