Despite growing up in the same town, Jacob and I did not officially meet until we were in the same 6th grade class-- and this is where it all began! We have slightly differing stories, but we both agree that Jacob asked me out during a 6th grade field trip to a waterpark. Let's just say that poor communication (aka the awkward middle school "dating" habits) and a confusing middleman prevented that from working out. Fast forward a few years, and we went to Snoball together in 10th grade. Even though we never dated in high school, we were great friends and even attended prom together during our senior year. It was during these summers, which consisted of bonfires and waterskiing together, that we realized we wanted to spend every minute of every day together. After a year on different continents post-high school, Jacob and I decided to "make it official" just days before we both went to college. Many interstate miles, time zones, and school schedules have kept us apart, but we have been loving life together ever since!