Love, laughter, & a NYE “I do” — count down to forever with us! #PopThePollocks

We met during our first week at Middle Tennessee State University. Megan walked into a room full of strangers with the kind of bright, effortless joy that made everyone take notice—especially Grayson. Later that weekend, while visiting home, Grayson’s grandparents asked how his first week of college had gone. He told them about the people he met… and then paused. “There’s this one girl,” he said. “She walked in with the biggest smile and said ‘Hey everyone!’ like she already knew us all. I don’t know if anyone can really be that happy all the time.” His grandparents just smiled and said, “You never know—she might be.” And they were right. As the weeks passed and the two spent more time together, Grayson realized something: Megan is that happy all the time. Her joy isn’t a mood—it’s who she is. And it’s that very joy, that light, that he fell in love with most. Their story unfolded in a way neither of them expected—full of quiet signs, perfect timing (or sometimes imperfect), and a few sweet inside jokes that only they understand. Somewhere along the way, Grayson told Megan that she was in his life for a reason. And he meant it. It took Megan a little more time to realize what was in front of her all along—the kind of man she had once dreamed of. It wasn’t a grand gesture that made her see it, but rather all the little things: Grayson cooking dinner for her, surprising her with late-night Cookout milkshakes, taking her on spontaneous shopping trips or peaceful hikes to nowhere in particular. Somewhere along the way, through every laugh and every quiet moment, she fell in love with the way he always saw right through her—and somehow always knew how to make her smile. Their college years were filled with memories—made sweeter by the presence of Grayson’s two beloved dogs, Zazu and Roozie, who were by their side through it all. And just before starting grad school, they added a new member to their little family: a kitten named Sugar (who, let’s be honest, Megan might love just as much as Grayson). As they followed their dreams and applied to PA school, they felt a deeper sense of purpose guiding them. They interviewed on the same day. Got accepted on the same day. And in every moment, they’ve felt that God was gently and clearly leading their lives together, one step at a time. That same steady love—grounded in faith, laughter, and a deep friendship—led to the most unforgettable moment of all. While on an Alaskan cruise, Grayson planned a surprise proposal. He arranged a fake excursion with “tour guides” who were actually a photographer and videographer in disguise. At the perfect spot, under the vast northern sky, Grayson dropped to one knee. Megan never suspected a thing—and the moment was captured beautifully. Now, surrounded by those they love most, Megan and Grayson will celebrate the start of a new chapter with a New Year’s Eve “I do.” As the clock strikes midnight, they’ll begin forever with a kiss, a champagne toast, and the kind of joy that only comes when you know you’re exactly where you’re meant to be.