We're Getting Married- Join us 01.23 at 4:00 o'clock

Alisha & Austin Every love story has a beginning — ours started back in college, in a small moment that neither of us knew would become forever. We first met during a combined sorority and fraternity meeting in college. It wasn’t romantic or planned, just one of those ordinary moments that doesn’t seem important at the time. Austin spent most of the meeting trying to flirt in the sweet, awkward way only a college guy can — and I was completely oblivious. After nearly two hours of trying to get my attention, he finally asked, “Do you drink beer?” When I said yes, he smiled and said, “Give me your number and we’ll do a case race.” My competitive side kicked in, and I gave him my number — not realizing that small moment would turn into the rest of our lives. I remember calling my best friend Logan afterward, telling her about this sweet, country boy I had met. Not long after, Austin and I found our way to each other again — and the rest really is history. We started dating and quickly became inseparable. College life meant sneaking me into his dorm room so he wouldn’t upset his roommate, late nights filled with laughter, and friends constantly coming in and out. It wasn’t fancy, but it was comfortable. Even then, it felt like home. As time went on, our relationship was tested in ways we didn’t expect. During our time together, I lost two of the most important people in my life — My Grammy and my Uncle Jay. Those losses changed me, and they shaped us. Austin was my steady place through grief and heartbreak, the person who showed up without needing to be asked, who held space for the hard days and loved me through them. That season showed me exactly who he was patient, loyal, and unwavering. From there, we grew up together. We graduated, built careers, and learned how to navigate life side by side. We learned how to support each other’s dreams, how to communicate, and how to choose each other every day. Austin became my safe place — calm, grounding, and endlessly supportive. He loves quietly but deeply, and makes life feel secure and full all at once. On November 28, 2025, Austin asked me to marry him in one of the most meaningful ways possible — in front of a memorial tree honoring my grandma and Uncle Jay. He knew how important they were to me, and how much it meant to include them in such a special moment. It was intimate, emotional, and absolutely perfect. Now, as we prepare to say “I do,” we look back on a journey that started with a simple conversation and grew into a lifetime. We’ve laughed, grown, and walked through both joy and loss together. We are so excited to celebrate this next chapter with the people who have loved and supported us along the way. Thank you for being part of our story — it truly wouldn’t be complete without you. With love, Alisha & Austin