Karen and Andrew had unknowingly crossed paths around Bangor for many years before finally being introduced. One night at a Chamber of Commerce event, a mutual friend finally brought them together. Their instant chemistry led to a first date a few days later, followed by an overnight boating trip on Penobscot Bay. That first weekend they shared on the Maine coast set the tone for what followed. Over the next three years, their relationship was filled with spontaneous plans, exciting adventures, and countless dates that turned simple moments into beautiful memories they will carry with them forever. Some of their favorite adventures included motorcycling, ocean boating, parasailing, a trip overseas to Italy, family visits in Florida, cycling charity rides, house projects, Sunday coffee dates after church, and winter carnival in Quebec City. Then, following a dinner at their favorite restaurant, they walked along the same beach where they once stopped during one of their first motorcycle dates... and he asked her to marry him- exactly three years to the day after he asked her out for their first date.