It all started with a modern twist—on Facebook Dating! Rachael initially didn't match with Travis, but he had a plan. With a clever comment on one of her photos, he caught her attention and gave her a reason to swipe right. Curious to see where it could lead, Rachael took a chance, and that simple comment turned into the start of something beautiful. As they say, the rest is history!

Travis did! On April 9th, 2021, he was about to say those three little words while we were lying down together, but a family member called him just as he was about to say it! It was a moment of suspense, but when he finally said it, it was worth the wait. Funny thing is, I’m not sure if he even remembers!

On October 14th, 2023—Rachael's birthday—she started her day with a relaxing spa trip alongside her best friend, Lauren. Little did she know, Lauren had more than pampering planned! After their spa morning, Lauren suggested meeting Travis for lunch, which immediately raised Rachael’s suspicions. Despite the GPS giving away some hints, Lauren kept quiet as they arrived at Baird’s Creek, where Travis stood waiting with flowers. Rachael knew right away what was happening! After an "awkward walk" through the woods with Lauren trailing behind, Travis got down on one knee. Rachael, overcome with emotion, couldn’t bring herself to look at him and instead gazed up at the sky, trying her best not to cry. She barely remembers what he said. She was greasy from her massage and in a sweatsuit but in that moment, it was absolutely perfect.