First Introduction or “Meet- Cute” Brandon “Bear”, or known to his college friends as “Moose”, and my love story begins in San Antonio, TX on January 11, 2023 when we met for our first date at Ida Claire. I was of course running late and when I met him I thought what a handsome gentleman and genuine person. The first date went really well except I spoke enough for both of us since I was so nervous! He was a good listener, but so quiet that I didn’t know if he liked me. To which he says, the quietness was to hide his nerves thinking how beautiful I looked and he was happy to sit back and listen to my stories! As time progressed we quickly realized that we had something special! We have similar hearts, values, and maturity, are family-oriented, and looking for a life partner. Officially a Couple I was shocked at dinner when I was mid-bite and he said “I don’t want to go on dates anymore” to which my immediate thought was “he’s breaking up with me.” But upon further inquiry I realized he was asking me to be his girlfriend in his own way haha! I said yes! After an amazing year filled with wonderful adventures, family, friends, and quality time together it was evident that we were the perfect match for one another. The Proposal Bear asked my father for my hand in marriage and proposed in early 2024 in Landa Park where on one knee he asked me to marry him surround by my favorite white and pink flowers, candles, and white marquee letters that said “Marry Me.” In the midst of nerves, I was crying and he forgot to take off his sunglasses! The proposal was followed by an engagement photoshoot and romantic dinner! We celebrated our engagement with our supportive families who were very happy and emotional! We are both so fortunate to be surrounded by beautiful and supportive families and friends that are enthusiastically sharing in our love and excitement for the next stage in our lives! We can’t wait for everyone to join us for our wedding in Tuscany, Italy on November 14, 2024! Ciao!