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Nathan C. HayesNathan C. Hayes

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Elizabeth A. SchmedelElizabeth A. Schmedel

November 14, 2026November 14, 2026

Weatherford, TX
136 days136 d9 hours9 h57 minutes57 min26 seconds26 s

How We MetHow We Met

Elizabeth and I first met in the 4th grade at JT Stevens Elementary School, in Fort Worth, Texas. Even then, she stood out, especially in her highlighter-yellow Crocs. While our story began early, it wasn’t until our freshman year of college that we truly found our way to each other. From that point on, we were inseparable, best friends who quickly realized we had found something truly special. What we didn’t realize at the time was just how much that bond would grow. Over the next decade, it deepened into a lasting love, strengthening year by year and leading us to one unforgettable moment: a proposal in New York City on December 17, 2025. Now, we are overjoyed to begin this next chapter together. We feel incredibly grateful for the journey that brought us here, for each other, and for the many blessings God has placed in our lives.

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