Taylor and Mason first met in 2022 thanks to a few well-timed swipes...lol! Their first date took place at a local (Visalia) brew fest, filled with lots of laughs and an instant spark. From that moment on, they found themselves spending all of their free time together. Just as their love was beginning to bloom, the Navy had other plans and Mason was sent on a month long detachment. Despite the distance, Taylor knew there was something special about Mason and once he returned, she knew to hold on tight. They began to fall in love leading up to Mason's seven month deployment in the Pacific Ocean. Seven months apart couldn't break their bond and despite the distance, their love only grew stronger. Through emails, and a few port-call facetimes, they deepened their connection, and fell even more deeply in love as they counted down the days until Mason's return. Taylor met Mason in port in Hawaii a few weeks before he returned home...their reunion in the tropical paradise was perfect. In the weeks that followed, they enjoyed every moment together and it felt as though they had never been apart. Before long, they decided to take the next big step in their relationship, moving in together to start building a life side by side. Later, as if their love (& Yeti) weren't enough to fill their home, they decided to welcome an (extremely) playful puppy into their lives, adding an extra dose of joy and chaos to their days! Mason proposed to Taylor after a beautiful dinner in Three Rivers, captured by two of his besties! The future bride and groom cannot wait to continue their love story with all of you by their side on October 12th, 2024!