Let's go back nearly 4 years ago... It all began at a small high school in the Chicago suburbs. Everyone knew everyone, but Macey and Ian had never crossed paths long enough to truly know one another until the winter of Macey's senior year. Although they had been passing one another in the hall since they were 13 and 14, it wasn't until after a varsity basketball game (I know, so romantic!!!) that they finally connected. From there, everything is history. A little high school crush has created a lifelong and Christ-centered love that will span the rest of their lives. There is nothing that could bring them more joy that to celebrate their love through marriage and to reflect the gospel with the way that they dedicate themselves to love one another.

December 22, 2017. It was a Friday night, and Macey was just excited to spend time with Ian at his family's home after a long day of work. By the time she arrived, it was already dark out, and the air was crisp. Macey parked her car, and Ian began walking to her door like usual. As he approached the car, Macey noticed something different - he was holding a lantern in his hands. He opened the door, gave her a hug, and asked her if she wanted to go on a walk. Not getting the clue, Macey quickly said no because of how cold it was. Ian asked again, and this time the dots started connecting. Quickly, she said yes. They began walking through the neighborhood, and Ian guided her to the forest preserve near his house. After a minute or two of walking through the woods, they finally approached a bench surrounded by candles and flowers. As expected, the happy tears came, Ian got on his knee, and he asked Macey to be his wife. Without a moment of hesitation, she said YES! After the tears had subsided, they went back home where Ian had organized friends and family as an engagement party surprise. December 22, 2017 was truly the best night of their lives - until they said I DO!!!