Like many modern love stories, Seth and MacKenzie’s began with a simple connection online—one that quickly grew into something unmistakably special. From the beginning, their love was strengthened by distance. MacKenzie was away at university, pursuing her dream of becoming a teacher, while Seth was serving bravely in the Army. For nearly three years, they cherished every weekend together, holding onto each moment before parting again. Their bond was tested even more deeply when Seth was deployed overseas for six long months. Though they couldn’t see each other, their love never wavered—instead, it grew in the quiet moments, the late-night messages, and the unshakable belief that they were meant to be. Everything changed that spring. Seth retired from the Army, and MacKenzie graduated from college—two chapters closing at the very same time, just in time for a new one to begin. They moved into their first home together, filling it with laughter, shared routines, and the pitter-patter of their beloved dog, Autumn. And then, on November 9th, in a moment filled with joy, hope, and all the love they’ve built through every mile and every trial, Seth asked MacKenzie to marry him. She said yes—yes to forever, yes to a love that has already proven its strength again and again. We could not be more thrilled to celebrate this beautiful beginning and to watch their next chapter unfold.