Even though Pejman and Shelby both shared a mutual friend, Emily, throughout high school they didn't actually meet until their friends decided to throw Emily a surprise 18th birthday party. While setting up for the party, Pejman approached Shelby and asked if he could help her hang decorations. She remembers thinking about how kind Pejman was. From there, they added each other on Snapchat. Once the first snap was sent, they have talked every day for over 5 years.

During a nice hike through Richmond's Belle Isle, Pejman found a nice and quiet place on the river. There, they sat with their dog and enjoyed the view. After telling Shelby how much he loves her and how he wants to spend the rest of their lives together, he got down on one knee and popped the question. Of course, she said yes!