We first met in high school at band camp—two trumpet players who quickly became best friends. That friendship turned into something more, and on December 16, 2016, we went on our first date to see Rogue One. A shared love of Star Wars (and movie theater snacks) sparked the beginning of what would become our greatest adventure. After graduating high school, we both attended Mississippi State University, where we continued playing trumpet together in the Famous Maroon Band. Between football games and late-night study sessions on the fifth floor of the library, we made a lot of memories together. Most days, you could find us grabbing lunch at the Perry, rewatching How I Met Your Mother or The Office, and spending time with friends. After college, we moved across the country to Oregon. DeShea is now pursuing her PhD in Bioengineering, and Will is working as a process control engineer at Georgia Pacific. In addition to exploring the beautiful PNW, our favorite things haven’t changed much: weekend hikes to views and waterfalls, playing video games (mostly Fortnite), binging shows and movies, and spending time with friends. On January 20, 2024, Will proposed at Silver Falls State Park on the Trail of Ten Falls. This sweet and precious moment was shared with two of our closest friends, Jason and Jessica. Our story has taken us from high school hallways to international adventures, and we’re so grateful for every step of the journey. Now, we’re getting ready to begin our next adventure—and we can’t wait to celebrate this moment with all of you!