Bruce first laid eyes on Jennie in the 8th grade as she spoke to his class about a special high school she was attending. A school full of wonderful luxuries and opportunities. A school that Bruce would soon attend for himself. A school where Jennie and Bruce would finally get the chance to meet. As Bruce started down his high school path, Jennie paid no mind to him. He was just the little brother of one her friends, Cole. Jennie even encouraged some of her friends to pursue Bruce. But one day, Jennie was sitting outside of a popular student hangout spot, the lounge, and Bruce came walking down the steps. He was wearing a black and green stripped shirt with dark pants. That's when it clicked for Jennie. She wanted Bruce.

Try as she might, Jennie couldn't get Bruce's attention. She spent months trying to finagle her way into his life. At the end of eight longs months, at her wits end, Jennie was about to give up on Bruce. She couldn't keep pursuing this boy who, seemingly, wouldn't give her the time of day. But, finally, Bruce came to his senses and mustered up the courage to ask Jennie out. They spent many summers going out on the lake, munching on popcorn at the drive-in, and just driving around their hometown. Jennie and Bruce loved spending time together. The time passed like flicking through the pages of a book. Soon, they would have spent eight wonderful years together.

Bruce knew he wanted to ask Jennie to marry him, so he got to figuring out just how he would do it. He prepared vigorously to make this special day one to remember. He slaved over the stove preparing a meal for the day. A day that he had disguised as his own birthday party. Jennie was completely oblivious as she readied herself to celebrate Bruce. Jennie grew suspicious of what the day actually was when her little sister began suggesting that she do her hair and makeup a little more than usual. Jennie played along though, anticipating what may happen later that day. Jennie got into car ready to eat, spend time with friends, and most importantly, celebrate the love of her life. When she arrived, Bruce was setting the table and the smell of tacos filled the air. Suddenly, Jennie noticed a multitude of friends had arrived, including a large portion of her family. Confused, but happy, Jennie went on about the day. When it came time to eat, Bruce requested Jennie to pray over the food. He had planned to get on one knee as she closed her eyes to pray, but Jennie, shocked at the request, started to say a speedy prayer. Trying to react, Bruce ran in front of Jennie and stumbled to the ground on one knee just as Jennie finished her short and tousled prayer. Jennie felt a light touch on her hand, she opened her eyes, and her life changed forever.