It was Memorial Day Weekend a few years back. Ben was on an annual boys trip to the desert. Stephanie was on a girls trip to her hometown. As fate would have it, they wound up at the same resort. While relaxing at the pool and soaking up the sun with a few lava flows, one of Ben's best friends, Will, went over to talk to the girls. He struck up a very entertaining conversation and ended up introducing everyone! Ben and Stephanie hung out that weekend and went on their first date, one week later, in Santa Monica.

Ben and Stephanie spent Easter Weekend with the Carter's in Camarillo. It was the last weekend at a very special place, before a big move. The days were filled with celebration, laughter, and just a few tears, as they reminisced about the good times spent together in their family home. After mass on Easter Sunday, Ben and Stephanie were in the backyard overlooking the lemon orchards, taking in the view, and talking about life. Ben got down on one knee and asked Stephanie to marry him! We're excited to celebrate this next chapter in our lives with you. xo