Neither Ian nor Corinne remembers their first meeting—they were just kids growing up in the same church. Their friendship developed naturally through youth group, where they shared laughs and clever strategies for games. After high school, they went their separate ways—Corinne to Dallas and Ian to Colorado—but even with the distance, an unspoken connection remained. In 2023, Ian’s cousin Annika, also a close friend of Corinne’s, suggested they date. Intrigued, Corinne agreed, and their first date on New Year’s Eve felt like picking up right where they left off. Though separated by distance, their bond grew stronger with each call and visit. After a year, Ian moved back to Dallas, and during a trip to Paris, he proposed in front of the Eiffel Tower. Now, their love feels as fresh and exciting as that first date—slow to start, but always meant to be.