In August 2010, we both left the place we grew up our whole lives, Minnesota, and embarked on new journeys in college at the University of Missouri. Even though we grew up 20 miles from each other, we traveled 500 miles to find each other in Columbia. It started as a simple passing in our shared freshman year dorm, Mark Twain. Andrew recognized Megan wearing a Minnesota sweatshirt and was instantly drawn in to Megan’s infectious personality. As we became closer and closer, our love for one another grew strong, and we can’t wait to spend the rest of our lives together side-by-side.

Andrew asked Megan to be his forever while vacationing with her family in northern California. After a day of sightseeing the shores of Big Sur and dinner at Rocky Point restaurant which featured a gorgeous ocean overlook view, Andrew called for one more trip to the beach before heading back for the night. As the sun set on the white sand of Carmel-By-the-Sea Beach with Pebble Beach Golf Course in the background, Andrew dropped to one knee to pop the question.