It was the first day of Spring Semester in 2016 at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Pierson and Carley happened to be in the same major, Recreation Therapy. They were beginning class like you begin every first day - with an ice breaker. And guess who were the last two people without partners? You got it! It wasn't long before they began taking every opportunity they had to be around each other. Finally, Pierson got the courage to ask Carley out, and he sealed it with a handshake (you'll have to ask him about that story...). They spent hours sharing about their families, friends, love for the outdoors, and their deep commitment to a life lived for Jesus. The more they spent time together, the more they realized Pierson's love for people and passion for life was the perfect balance for Carley's love of deep relationships and desire for adventure! One handshake led to one date, which turned to 3 years, which will soon become a lifetime committed to one another. Pierson and Carley could not be more excited to enter into the gift of Marriage that the Lord so graciously provided! This day will forever be special to them and they are so excited to celebrate with you!