Ashley & Jack first crossed paths thanks to a little fraternity house fate. Ashley's best friend was dating one of Jack's fraternity brothers, so Ashley often found herself stopping by the house. Over time, the two kept running into each other- first in passing, then in conversation, and before long it became clear those chance encounters weren't so random after all. Eventually, they decided to spend more time together and went on a few dates. What started as casual plans quickly turned into something much more meaningful. Between the laughs, late-night talks, and growing connection, it didn't take long for them to realize they had found something special. On September 12, 2025, Jack told Ashley they were heading to his coworker's surprise engagement party. The plan sounded simple enough- park nearby and walk along the beach to reach the house from the back. As they made their way down the beach, Jack stopped and turned to Ashley. Instead of continuing towards the "party," he asked her the question she wasn't expecting. Ashley, of course, said yes. What she didn't realize at first was that two of their closest friends were nearby, hidden in plain sight, secretly capturing the moment as it all happened. And the "coworker's party?" It turned out they were actually walking toward their own engagement celebration, waiting just up ahead. Exactly one year later, they'll be saying "I do" and starting their next chapter together.