We probably should have been college sweethearts. We first met during our freshman year at NDSU, playing beach volleyball on campus. Shelby remembers the day clearly - Daniel, whose keen eye is typically reserved for doorknobs and other architectural details, not so much. Throughout that year, we kept spending time together - playing volleyball, tailgating, cheering on Bison Football, and most memorably, sharing Sunday morning breakfasts before church. There was a connection early on, but life had other plans. We naturally drifted into different friend groups and only saw each other occasionally in passing. Each time, we’d laugh and say, “see you next year.” Fast forward six years - through God’s perfect timing - we reconnected. What began as a renewed friendship quickly turned into something more (once Daniel’s eyes were finally opened!). From the beginning, our relationship has been rooted in our shared faith in Jesus Christ. He has guided every step of our journey - from our reunion to our engagement - and continues to be the foundation of our love for each other, our families, and friends. We got engaged out in lakes country this spring and couldn’t be more excited to step into this next season of life - together, and celebrating with you!