Our story began in Austin, Texas, where a simple Hinge message—“Can I take your dog on a date?”—sparked something special. William’s playful charm caught Brianna’s attention right away. It all began at Punch Bowl Social- a causal first date that neither of us expected to change our lives. What started as a simple hello turned into hours of conversation, laughter, and connection. We talked all night like we had known each other forever. There was no script, no expectations, just two people finding their person. From that moment forward, it’s always been us. After three wonderful years together in Austin, we made the move to Quincy, Illinois, where we’re now building our future together—surrounded by community and a whole lot of love.

It had been a long and exhausting journey—months of studying, sleepless nights, and relentless stress—but Brianna had just taken her physical therapy board exam. The waiting game for her results had begun, and her nerves were still buzzing. Wanting to take her mind off things, William surprised her with a getaway to the La Cantera Resort in San Antonio. He told her it was just a chance to relax and recharge, and for the most part, it was. They had spent the day lounging by the pool, soaking in the sun and the view, enjoying each other’s company with no looming deadlines or textbooks in sight. Later that afternoon, William casually mentioned there was a wine tasting the resort was hosting. Brianna hesitated—she was tired and content in her swimsuit and cover-up. The idea of getting dressed again for something so formal after a full day at the pool wasn’t exactly appealing. But William insisted, and with a little convincing, she agreed to go along. They were running a bit late, and when they arrived, an attendant greeted them warmly and said, “The last two guests have just arrived for the tasting.” Brianna didn’t think much of it—until they turned the corner. Instead of a crowd and wine glasses, there was a private setup laid out just for them. A pathway of rose petals, carefully shaped into hearts, led to a quiet, intimate spot overlooking the stunning Hill Country. It all clicked in an instant. Before she could say a word, William took her hand, led her down the path, and got down on one knee. Her heart raced—not from exam anxiety this time, but from joy, surprise, and love. With the warm Texas breeze around them and the setting sun painting the sky, he asked her the question that would change everything. And then she said yes.