We got engaged on July 13, 2024, during one of our annual summer trips to celebrate Vontrell's birthday on July 15th. With his busy college football schedule, this trip has always been our chance to unwind and reconnect—a tradition we both cherish. This year’s trip was planned as the ultimate "baecation," but little did I know it would turn into the most unforgettable day of my life. The day started with a delicious breakfast, followed by an adventurous excursion where I swam with dolphins—a bucket list experience! Vontrell was his usual calm and thoughtful self, but I didn’t suspect a thing. Later, he whisked me away to a romantic dinner on the beach. What I didn’t know was that he had been secretly documenting the trip for our close friends and family on Instagram, sharing every special moment leading up to what came next. As I walked along the sand, a saxophonist began playing "A Thousand Years"—a detail I’d dreamed of and told Vontrell about early in our relationship. He was standing there with bright marquee letters that said "Marry Me?" It was perfect. A photographer captured the moment as he dropped to one knee, his voice steady and full of love. While I can’t remember every word of his heartfelt speech, I only remember hearing, "You are my rock and the mother of my future kids. Will you be my wife?" Through happy tears, I said YES, and just like that, our forever began.