Makayla and Spencer first crossed paths in junior high through mutual friends. During their first hangout, Makayla couldn't stop talking, and from that moment on, they were inseparable. On May 5, 2014, at the bus stop, Spencer asked Makayla to be his girlfriend. A decade later, their love is as strong as ever, and they are excited to get married and share their joy with family and friends.

Spencer and Makayla planned a quiet weekend getaway to Banff to celebrate their birthdays. They were excited to take some photos with Winnie for their Christmas card, especially now that she was a bit older. Spencer had his heart set on taking pictures at Bow Falls, convinced it would be the perfect backdrop. The day began with a drive to a local café for lattes, then they headed to the falls to snap a few pictures. As they arrived, Spencer mentioned he had picked out a new bandana for Winnie and asked Makayla to turn around, wanting to surprise her. When she turned back, she saw the words "Will you marry my dad?" on the bandana. She didn’t even process it fully, just caught the words marry and dad before everything else fell away. With Makayla stunned and emotional, Spencer dropped to one knee and asked, “Will you spend the rest of your life with me?” It was simple, genuine, and the perfect moment to begin the next chapter of their lives that they will forever treasure.