Dylan and Sarah's story began in August 2016, on the Green Middle School cross country team. They were just kids then — and had something that looked a lot like young love. They “dated” for two weeks (as much as two 7th and 8th graders could), before Dylan called it off in true middle school fashion. And that was that — or so they thought... For five years, they didn't cross paths. Life carried them in their own separate directions, until August 2021, on the first day of physics class, Sarah's junior, and Dylan's senior year, their paths paths crossed again.

Sarah's POV “I remember seeing Dylan walk into the room and immediately thinking, ‘Oh no! He probably hates me.’ I didn't speak to him that first week — until I asked to move closer to the front of the room to see better and, of course, ended up sitting right next to him. I decided to say to him: ‘Hey, how have you been?’ And just like that… everything changed. From that day on, we’ve been inseparable. He’s been my best friend, my safe place, and the only one ever since.” Dylan's POV “I remember walking into physics class and seeing Sarah right away — and thinking two things: she was beautiful, and she probably still hated me. After how things ended in middle school, I wasn’t really sure where we stood. But at the same time, I knew I wanted to talk to her, I just didn’t know how or when. Then she moved seats and ended up right next to me, and for the first time I thought… maybe she was thinking the same thing. When she said, ‘Hey, how have you been?’ everything just clicked."

Over the past five years, Dylan and Sarah’s relationship has grown into something far deeper than either of them could have imagined. What began as a simple reconnection turned into a partnership built through many stages of life. Together, they have celebrated milestones like their high school and college graduations, while also navigating seasons of long distance that challenged them to grow stronger both individually and as a couple. Through each season, they have remained constant in one thing — choosing each other. Whether near or far, in moments of celebration or challenge, they have continued to support one another, always striving to grow closer and build something lasting. Along the way, their relationship has deepened not only with each other, but with God. Their faith has become a foundation for their love, shaping the way they care for one another with patience, grace, and intention. They have learned what it truly means to love selflessly — to listen, to grow, and to put one another first. They have taught each other countless lessons, challenged each other to be better, and walked side by side through everything life has brought their way. No matter the obstacle, they have fought for their relationship, choosing love every single day and never losing sight of what matters most. What started as something young and uncertain has grown into a steady, intentional, and unwavering love — one built on trust, faith, and commitment. So when Dylan proposed on his 21st birthday, Sarah didn’t just say yes to the moment — she said yes to everything they had built, and everything still to come.