June 16, 2023: Corrie visited her brother in Los Angeles, for a graduation trip. During her visit, she was introduced to one of his friends, Hayden. They hit it off right away... just kidding. Corrie doesn't remember their introduction, but Hayden did… August 1: Hayden sends Corrie a DM asking her if she would like to have "virtual coffee" together. Corrie agreed. August 11th: Corrie and Hayden hopped on Facetime for a date 1494 miles away. We chatted for hours, sharing a little bit (actually a lot...) about ourselves. September 1: Hayden flew to Austin for a "work trip." Corrie drove to Austin to officially meet Hayden in person. She was a nervous wreck, Hayden was chill... typical. Our first in-person date included Civil Goat (you drink coffee next to REAL goats), pickleball, Guitar Center, karaoke, Olive Garden, IHOP, and strolls. Then many hours of laughter sadly came to an end. Corrie dropped off Hayden at the Austin airport (the beginning of many hard goodbyes). October 8: Corrie surprised Hayden in California for his baptism, woohoo Jesus! Afterward, Hayden asked Corrie to be his girlfriend… in his 2015 Mini Cooper… How romantic. November 24: After spending Thanksgiving with Corrie's family, Hayden says, “you might not believe me, but I love you.” Corrie thought, woahzers! December 2023 - March 2024: Christmas happened (Hayden gave Corrie the most awesome Narnia painting and won her heart), we entered the new year, celebrated Valentine's Day over facetime (long distance hits different), and saw some gorgeous gardens in springtime.... March 28, 2024: Corrie finally told Hayden she loved him through tears over FaceTime—classic Corrie. May 22 - June 30: Corrie spends six weeks on the other side of the world, while Hayden spends his last summer in LA. Hayden starts his secret hunt to find the perfect engagement ring. July 31: We finally reunite after 71 days apart (never again). Hayden moved his whole life in the same Mini Cooper across the country, establishing his new home in Austin, TX! Yeehaw hookem horns wait, am I allowed to say that… SIKE GIGEM AGGIES!!! October 4: "Pre-marital counseling” in the woods turned into a proposal, thanks to Chuck, Suzanne, and friends!