Enjoy our Journey!

Our Story began in the 6th grade, at the age of 12. Yes, we were both little band weenies. In 8th grade we became best friends when we were partners in our advanced science class. I guess you can say we’ve always had chemistry. Even back then our friends would say, "just watch, when we get older you two are going to get married!" 13 years later here we are happily in love! Our friendship stayed strong throughout our high school years. We shared everything with each other, and as crazy as it may sound now, we even asked each other for dating advice! Senior year we had our first official date, prom. He actually asked twice! The first time he surprised me at work with a handmade poster and a bouquet of flowers, he also told me the surprise was not over just yet. Later that night I was watching TV with Monica and my dad. Monica blindfolded me and guided me outside. As I opened my eyes I saw the light of the candles he placed neatly on the sidewalk. The candles read, “Prom? Y or N” and there at the end of the sidewalk he stood with a beautiful bouquet of roses. He’s always been such a romantic! Prom night was a blast and of course embarrassing since I am so clumsy and ended up falling not once, but twice. At least he caught me both times, and I know he’ll always be there to catch me.

High school came to an end and after graduation we went our separate ways. We dated new people, made new friends, and started working towards our own futures. Although we were on our own paths, we still managed to stay in touch every now and then. After a year of doing our own thing we both happened to be in Del Rio for winter break. We reconnected and as if it was destiny, our relationship began. The night of New Years Eve 2015 as the clock struck midnight he asked me to be his girlfriend. Colorful fireworks lit up the night sky as we had our first kiss! The next three years were nothing short of amazing even though we were living 4 hours apart. The distance didn’t stop us from being there for each other for all the important moments, big and small. We were able to grow both as individuals and in our relationship. With this growth came lasting memories that we both have cherished through the years. Whether it was having a night out on 6th or exploring Las Vegas for Ricky’s 21st, I knew we were right where we were meant to be, together.

After I graduated from college, we had an amazing few months where we were both living in Del Rio. This was short lived though since I started my career at Amazon and had to relocate to Seattle. Even though I was living even further than what we were used to, we managed to overcome the distance. We also added another city on our list of places we’ve explored together! Our next adventure came when I moved to Kansas City. For the first six months we made it a point to see each other at least once a month. The distance didn’t last long and Ricky moved to Kansas! He was set on supporting my career and me. He sure is a keeper. He found a new job rather quickly and that marked a new chapter in our lives together.

Valentines Day 2018, 3 years 1 month and 14 days after we began dating he proposed! We had planned a romantic Valentines Date at a restaurant that his co worker recommended. We went to a small airport and were served champagne, chocolate covered strawberries and went on a beautiful helicopter ride over downtown Kansas City! After the ride when we posed for our picture in front of the helicopter he proceeded to tell me how much he loved our adventures, travels, and couldn't wait to spend his life with me and create more beautiful memories and proceeded to get down on one knee! Of course I said yes! The rest of the night consisted of a romantic dinner and then calling our families to share the exciting news!

Life since the engagement has felt like a dream. We were not big fans of winter in KC, so we transferred back to Texas. We are now in a long distance engagement which we will admit is not fun but San Antonio & Del Rio are just a weekend drive away and we are counting down the days to the wedding and when we will be able to see each other every day! We are so excited for this next step and ready to spend our lives together! We cannot wait to celebrate our special day filled with love with all of you!