The calendar settled on June 20. Spring penned its concluding chapter as summer prepared its warmer days. Lauren and Josh worked their first shift together on the final day of spring in an exhausted, yet cozy Regal Cinemas. Dust drifted onto the arcade games, mingling with the scent of buttery popcorn occupying the lonely lobby, as they were introduced in the concession stand. Taking advantage of this desolate Wednesday evening, they shared their personal stories, jokes, and passions— his, rooted in the arts of film and music; hers, in the allure of nature and scenic experience. Here, they discovered the limitless nature of adventure through the other and grew closer in their opposing character. As the summer blockbusters released, their connection strengthened. What began as two distant people stocking candy shelves and refilling popcorn, blossomed into an intimate friendship. With each night they were scheduled to lock up the building together, a new personal trait peaked their interest in each other. Their initial attraction was provoked by the smaller details of their appearance—her gleaming smile, the shift from blue to green in her eyes, and the natural, tangled waves of her hair after letting it out of her ponytail; his tousled hair, full beard, and warm, expressive brown eyes. Over the following weeks, their attraction deepened beyond appearance. She found comfort in his openness and curiosity, while he valued her sincerity and down to earth spirit. Their connection was fluid and laughter became effortless. Through another, they found a sense of inspiration and belonging. It didn’t take long to realize that every aspect of their life—good and bad—guided them to this moment in time. One night after a closing shift, the two decided to let the night live on and found a creek under a bridge to continue learning about one another. With each new story, the hours passed along. Before they knew it, an orange glow cracked between the hills as the sounds of chirping birds echoed through the purling water, leading them to share their first kiss. A couple months following, beneath a quilt of stars on the Regal rooftop, they made it official. As the clock struck 1 a.m. on October 13, 2018, their friendship shifted into taking their steps in life together. After years of cherished experiences, they eventually landed within the mountains, rivers, and plains of Colorado. Eventually, Josh had decided to put his well-known “skill” of procrastination aside in order to ask the paramount question. With a ring in his pocket and permission granted, they ventured out into the vibrant hills of the Wildflower Capital; the town of Crested Butte, Colorado. On July 26, amidst the peak of the wildflower season, they ambled along the blooming trails as the impending sunset began to project its golden glow across the mountains. They eventually settled within the kaleidoscope of the harlequin wildflowers. With his nerves heightened and hands sweating, Josh discreetly set up his tripod and camera, ensuring the unforgettable moment of their proposal to be captured forever.