THE NIGHT WE MET Patrick had just completed his final clinical rotation in Phoenix, AZ to obtain his Master's in Athletic Training and decided to embark on a multi-city road trip en route to his hometown, Milton, VT. Third stop on his list-- Nashville, TN. Patrick was couch surfing with two friends from his time at Northeastern University (Zach and Aliana Woolever) and joined them for a work-related happy hour at Hopsmith Tavern. Liz was a Nashville resident at the time, working at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. After completing her shift for the day, she joined her Vandy crew at Hopsmith Tavern for a co-worker's farewell/happy hour. When she walked into the restaurant, she made room for herself at Patrick's left hip. Patrick and Liz offer different perspectives on how the night evolved from that point on but it was evident to both of them, and all of their surrounding friends, that their connection was remarkable.

WE BOUGHT OUR FIRST HOME TOGETHER! After diligent saving and searching, we found the perfect home to further build our future together. Liz has enjoyed filling it with innumerous blankets and houseplants while Patrick has taken great pride in having the 'finest lawn' in the neighborhood.

THE PROPOSAL Liz planned a trip to her hometown of Evansville, IN for she and Patrick to visit her family and friends. Unbeknownst to Liz, Patrick had received a shiny stone the day before and he brought it along for their travels. Liz’s parents agreed to host a small dinner party at their home and after dinner, surrounded by her family and close friends, Patrick found the opportune moment to call Liz to her feet and ask her the most important question of their lives. Overwhelmed with excitement, she forgot to say “yes"... but better late than never!