I was late (of course) and my nerves had me shaking like a leaf. As I was walking up to the restaurant to meet you for the very first time, I had a fleeting thought about turning around. However, that quickly changed the second I saw you there waiting patiently for me. I remember thinking, "Oh my god, he's so cute. Don't mess this up!". Well, I didn't make it easy for you. I'm sure talking to me had to feel like pulling teeth. I was so shy, I hardly spoke much at all. But, I enjoyed listening to you. I wanted to know everything. I'd never met a man as smart, caring, and funny as you. From that day on I was hooked. I knew I wanted to spend everyday getting closer to you, laughing with you, and loving you. - Nicole I sat waiting at Wall Street, wondering if you were coming at all. But then you came around the corner and met my gaze with the softest, sweetest smile. I thought I would be able to play it cool. But as soon as you sat there across from me, I froze. You were so pretty, but I could barely get more than a few words out of you. I thought "Well, I'm either bombing completely or she's just shy. I'm going to hope it's the latter and run with it." We wandered around downtown all night long. You warmed up, we locked arms, and that smile started to show itself more and more. I had to stop myself from trying to hold your hand just to know how it felt. It was almost midnight and I walked you back to your car. I (maybe impulsively) went in for that first kiss, and you welcomed it and wrapped your arms around me. From that night forward, I haven't had a plan for my life that wasn't centered around you. A life without you by my side is a life half lived. - Taylor
We went for a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway and decided to pull off at a scenic overlook. We stood there for awhile, talking and taking it all in, then once I turned around Taylor went down on one knee. I ugly cried a little and could barely get the word "Yes" out. It was perfect. This day, I still can't quite put words to it. It was simply the best day I've experienced in my life thus far. We are beyond excited to celebrate this next chapter of our lives with all of you! See you in Charleston!