Our parents had been friends from the beginning, and we only knew who the other was. We went to different schools our whole lives, and never really saw each other except for church gatherings. As children growing up in the youth group, one had a huge crush on the other, and the other didn't know it. It was three long years until we finally realized we were meant to be together as sophomores in high school! Ever since August 15, 2012, we have been by each other's side!

At the time, we had been dating for five and a half years, knowing we would be together forever. It was time to take the next step and take a knee! On our way to visit friends (Eli and Abby) in Chattanooga for a mini vacation, we stopped in Franklin, TN where Connor Glasscock and Reilly Fulton had decorated a beautiful house at the Park at Harlinsdale Farms. Planning it as a double-date night with my college roommate and his girlfriend, we had a nice dinner and planned to go take some pictures afterward at the park. Little did she know, I had spoken with Connor and Reilly and told them the plan along with what all would be needed there. Callen was not expecting it at all that day but knew what was happening as soon as we pulled up to the house! The long walk to the house was very emotional, and both of us may not remember everything that was said, but we will never forget what happened that day and the joy we both experienced together.