As it goes for all the greatest love stories, ours began with an Instagram DM. After a few years of quietly admiring her, in March of 2024 Jackson saw an opportunity to finally connect with Emily. She had posted a story, and he responded, bonding over their mutual love for the iconic Alabama I-65 road trip stop, Peach Park. Soon after, he took her on their first date. They walked to her favorite burger spot, followed by fishing an unstocked pond and attempting to teach Emily how to drive stick in a parking lot. From that day forward, they’ve been inseparable, chasing after Jesus together through all the ups and downs of life.