Our story began at a wedding in 2017, where we were both part of the wedding party. Little did we know, fate had planned something special for us that day. At the reception, Janessa couldn’t help but notice Brendon helping his little cousin cut his steak. It was such a small moment, but it spoke volumes about who he is—kind, patient, and thoughtful. His warm smile and calm confidence immediately caught her attention, and she couldn’t stop stealing glances his way. For Brendon, the first time he saw Janessa, he was completely captivated. Her beautiful blue eyes, her grace, and the way she carried herself were unforgettable. There was something about her presence that felt magnetic, like he’d known her all along. From that day on, our connection grew into something we both knew was truly special. Fast forward to today, and here we are—planning our own wedding and looking forward to the next chapter of our story together. We feel so lucky to have found each other and are even luckier to celebrate this journey surrounded by the people we love most.

It was a beautiful August day, and we had just returned from a memorable camping trip up north. After unpacking, we spent the afternoon in our backyard, soaking in the sunshine and playing with our dog, Rome. While we were tossing a ball around, Brendon suddenly seemed concerned, saying there was something wrong with Rome and that Janessa should come check. Worried, she hurried over—but what she found wasn’t at all what she expected. As she knelt down to look, Brendon got down on one knee, a diamond ring in his hands, and asked the question that would change our lives forever. It was simple, heartfelt, and perfect—just like us.