We met freshman year of high school and everyone immediately knew that we would end up dating, except for us, haha. We resisted the idea for years because of how good of friends we were, and not wanting to ruin that dynamic. Thankfully we both finally gave in and the rest is history. We will have been together for 8 years in May 2020. You really can marry your best friend.

Having been together for six years, it was no longer an if Barrett would propose but a when. However, Barrett knew that I despise surprises, and decided to make the most of that. I knew when he bought the ring, and I knew where it was hidden in the house, but he also knew that I respected him too much to peak. He would often bring the box out and make comments such as "isn't this such a pretty box", "don't you want to know what's in the box", "you can hold the box but don't open the box". Needless to say he was enjoying himself in this process. However, one night, It was different. Our beloved dogs by his side, Izzy in a wedding veil and Dugan in a bow tie, came out to help their daddy propose. It was in our own home, in our own jammies, and it couldn't have been more perfect.