It was the beginning of their second year at Oklahoma State University when the magic began. During a small get together with Garrett's fraternity, they were introduced by mutual friends. You could say that he was hooked immediately! Then came the first date--boy did he mess that one up. I mean who makes Banana Bread and forgets the dang bananas? Luckily, Emily asked for a "rain-check" and the rest is history!

If you need to know one thing about Emily, it is near impossible to surprise her! Nevertheless, Garrett pulled it off! Emily and her family were vacationing at their condo in Florida and were planning to take annual "family photos." Little did Emily know, this wasn't going to be a typical family beach photo. Early Friday morning, unbeknownst to Emily, Garrett and his mom boarded a plane to Florida. They spent the day on the lookout, hoping not to blow the surprise. Garrett watched from the boardwalk as Emily and her family took photos. Finally, it was time! As Emily was taking a photo with her brother and sister, Garrett snuck up from behind her. He even walked into the photo and placed his arm around her--she still didn't know he was there. As she turned away, she ran smack into him. He was holding a bouquet of white lilies, instantly she knew. Garrett had always told Emily that he would never buy her favorite flower until he proposed, and here he was with a fist full of lilies! They popped champagne and danced the night away!