As music majors at Lee University, our paths crossed often. First by fate, then by appointment. Through not-so chance meetings, classes, performances, and countless lengthy conversations our love has blossomed. Our hearts have been knit together in love for nearly two years now! We are so grateful to the Lord for His divine knowledge and sovereignty.

One Monday morning, Andrew detoured from our standard route to work. When we turned right instead of left, my heart skipped a beat. I nervously asked him where we were going and instead of responding, with a knowing smile and glimmer in his eye, he handed me a notebook filled with love notes. It was then that I knew. This was the day I had anticipated all my life. But my dreams were exceeded, for the man God had given me was a person I never could have dreamed up. On June 21, 2021, in his uncanny knowledge and unspeakable/unmatched kindness, Andrew prepared a day tailored to my every desire-- full of books, romantic meals, hand-pressed lemonade and reminiscing. Finally, we arrived at Harry P. Leu Gardens. With every step forward, his grip tightened and my heartbeat quickened. As we sat down on a bench nearby a disguised photographer, he read me the last love letter in the notebook he gave me that morning. With the faint shutter of a camera in the background, I was led to an archway where it happened. In the glowing afternoon sun, my ring glistened along with the tears in his eyes. We bowed in prayer to thank our gracious Father for His grace towards us. This was one of the most memorable days of our lives. Now onto forever!