Ireland and Jace’s story began in sixth grade when they first met and quickly became close. They would talk for hours and find any excuse to hang out, forming the kind of bond that only makes sense when you’re young and everything feels new. Jace started calling Ireland his sunshine, a nickname that stuck in the sweetest way. Eventually, their middle school “thing” faded, but the friendship stayed, and that never changed. From then on, they were practically inseparable. Through middle school, high school, and everything in between, they were best friends in the truest sense of the word. Whether it was cheering at football games, going to concerts, or even being each other’s first formal dates, they were always part of each other’s lives. And while Jace secretly hoped the story might someday turn romantic, thinking, “If only she knew how I’d treat her.” Ireland was over here thinking, “Wow, what a great friend!” Classic. College came, and despite Ireland moving to Dallas and Jace to San Angelo (yes, people voluntarily live there), they stayed in touch. Ireland even visited a couple of times, and Jace showed her the “best” San Angelo had to offer. Yet, despite all his best efforts, the friend card was dealt once again, and life eventually pulled them apart. But as fate would have it, they reconnected through a mutual friend, and this time, something felt... different. Jace had grown up. He had matured. He was — dare we say — kind of hot? Suddenly, the best friend she had known for years seemed like someone she might actually want to date. In September 2021, Ireland decided to take a leap and asked if they could be more serious. A few months later, in a plot twist no one saw coming, she surprised Jace by asking him to officially be her boyfriend, and after years of quiet patience, Jace finally got what he’d been hoping for since they were kids. After a year of long-distance, Jace knew his heart was in Dallas with Ireland. So, he packed up and made the move, ready to finally be by her side. Since then, they’ve been building a life filled with cozy nights in, road trips, shared dreams, and the kind of love that just keeps growing. Then, one perfect day, Jace got down on one knee and asked the question they both knew was coming. Ireland, completely surprised and overjoyed, said YES! Now, they’re still each other’s best friend, biggest supporter, and the person they want to share everything with. Ireland still looks at Jace with so much love, knowing she gets to marry the boy who’s been quietly choosing her all along. And Jace still can’t believe the girl who once lit up his world as a kid is now the woman he gets to spend forever with. Their story has been full of twists, timing, and tenderness, and now, it’s leading to the moment they’ve always hoped for. They truly can’t wait to begin this next chapter and celebrate the best day of their lives with you!