JB had asked Jasmine out more times than he could count, each time with a hopeful smile and a sincere invitation, but each time, she had politely declined, her smile kind yet distant, her excuses always just enough to keep him at arm’s length. At first, he took it in stride, respecting her boundaries, but after each rejection, something about her intrigued him more—he could tell there was a quiet strength behind her shy demeanor, a spark that she wasn’t quite ready to share. Despite the distance she kept, JB refused to give up. He wasn’t one to back down easily, and he was determined to crack the mystery of Jasmine. Then, in February 2019, he had an idea. This time, he wouldn’t ask her to meet for coffee or drinks, but to indulge in something he knew she couldn’t resist: pasta. And just like that, JB’s persistence had paid off—Jasmine had finally agreed, and the first chapter of their story was about to begin.

It was the perfect day in the Texas Hill Country. Surrounded by my closest friends and family, everything seemed so ordinary—until JB led me to a quiet spot among the vines. As he got down on one knee, I was overwhelmed with surprise and joy, realizing what was happening only in that moment. His words, full of love and sincerity, made my heart swell, and with a tearful smile, I said yes without a second thought. I had always imagined how this moment might feel, but nothing could compare to the overwhelming happiness of knowing that I was about to spend the rest of my life with the person I loved most. The laughter, cheers, and love from everyone around us only made it more perfect, marking the beginning of our forever in a place that would always hold such a special memory.