We bumped into each other online, and after a few conversations to gather whether the other person was an axe-murderer or not, we elected to meet in person for our first date. We met up at Goodale Park in Columbus, by the fountains. Nicholas showed up early and Jessica as always, was right on time. By the end of the dinner, they found themselves back by the fountains, chatting into the evening. Nicholas walked Jessica back to her car, and watched her drive away, curious as to the next time that he would be able to be with her again.

Within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Region of Central Washington, The Enchantments exist where nature has carved one of the magnificent places of this world--an alpine paradise of granite worn smooth by glaciers, larches manicured by wind and cold, and crystal blue lakes strung together by a creek that tumbles and thunders between them. It was here, at Colchuck Lake, where I asked Jessica to do me the honor and the privilege to be together forever. We've been on many adventures and dozens upon dozens of incredible hikes, but they all pale in comparison to the 9 miles, 2,283 foot-elevation gain trail that changed our lives forever. Sitting there looking over the amazing blue water and the awe-inspiring rocks and geography, we knew that the greatest adventure is about to begin.