We first met in middle school in 2010. I caught Austin's eye when I moved schools and started at East Middle School for the 8th grade school year. I was nervous about starting a new school and I was shy and I was worried about making friends. Plus, life is awkward when you're thirteen. But, I didn't have to worry about that for too long because Austin and I met in math class and we quickly became best friends. We started dating in 2014 and the rest is history. We moved to Grand Rapids to go to GVSU and we graduated together in April 2018. We got a dog, Jax, who we adore and have started our own little family here in GR. Austin popped the question on August 11, 2019 and of course, I said YES (and also, ITS ABOUT TIME)! I love this man and look forward to many more years together. We can't wait to celebrate with you at our wedding in August!