Connor’s Version Connor first met Emelie in August 2021, shortly after graduating from college. Well, to be fair, he had known of her for years—she was a senior when he was just a freshman. Back then, there was no chance she would have even glanced at a little freshy like him. Fast forward a few years, and after graduation, their paths finally crossed in a way that actually mattered. Thanks to mutual friends, they ended up on a night out together. At some point, one of Emelie’s friends pulled Connor aside and said, “You should go ask for Emelie’s number.” He was shocked. Me? A jobless, homeless, 22-year-old somehow sparking the interest of Emelie—who, by contrast, had it all together: a great job, a new home, and an impressive sense of direction in life? It took some courage, but eventually, he worked up the nerve to ask for her number. She said yes, and from that moment on, the rest was history. Since then, they’ve spent almost four incredible years together—traveling, going to the gym, playing soccer, and raising wiener dogs. Life with Emelie has been nothing short of perfect, and now, they can’t wait to start this next chapter together! Emelie's Version Emelie first met Connor in August 2021, not long after moving back from Houston. He had just graduated from Principia College, and while they had both gone there, their paths hadn’t crossed—probably because Emelie was a wise, sophisticated senior while Connor was just a bright-eyed freshman. One fateful night, thanks to mutual friends, they finally met. Sparks flew instantly. Emelie was drawn to Connor’s outgoing yet surprisingly mature (for 22) personality. And when he casually busted out a few dance moves before smoothly taking her hand (!!) and asking for her number—at the suggestion of Emelie’s friend Madi—she was very intrigued. From that moment on, the texts never stopped. Their first official date? Baking brownies together—because nothing says romance like teamwork and chocolate. By October, after a few dates and growing feelings, Emelie found herself in Mexico, telling her best friend and Maid of Honor, Channing, “I think he might be the one… and I want to go all in.” Connor, ever the romantic, made it official in January 2022, asking Emelie to be his girlfriend by candlelight. Fast forward three amazing years, and he pulled off the ultimate surprise proposal in her favorite St. Louis park—complete with her sisters, best friends, and beloved fur babies waiting to celebrate. Now, they can’t wait to keep writing their love story—with all of you there to celebrate—in Connor’s favorite place in the world: Tampa!