Mikyla is from Pickerington, Ohio, and Tanner is from Saratoga Springs, Utah — two places that feel worlds apart, but somehow led them exactly where they were meant to be. They met at the YSA ward in Ohio, where Tanner had moved for the summer to do sales. From the very beginning, Tanner was struck by Mikyla’s testimony of God and her genuine desire for growth. He admired her from a distance… for two full months. It took that long for him to build up the courage to talk to her — but once he did, everything changed. From their very first real conversation, it felt easy. Natural. Like they had known each other forever. When summer ended, Tanner extended his stay by 2 months to spend more time with Mikyla, but eventually his time in Ohio came to a close. But what could have been the end was really just the beginning. They committed to staying connected — FaceTiming daily, planning virtual date nights, watching movies together, cooking the same meals, and even doing arts and crafts across state lines. The distance wasn’t easy, but it was worth it. Tanner traveled every chance he could for work, often to Michigan, hoping to get the chance to see Mikyla, and she didn’t hesitate to make long drives to whatever city Tanner happened to be working in. They chose each other again and again, even when it required sacrifice. Eventually, Mikyla made a big decision — she chose to complete her doctorate program online so they could finally live near each other again. That decision marked the start of a new chapter. Now both working full-time in Minnesota, they’ve cherished the simple joy of being in the same state — building routines, chasing goals, growing in faith, and doing life side by side. On February 17th, 2026, in beautiful Fiji, Tanner asked Mikyla to spend forever with him — and she said yes. From Ohio to Utah, from long distance to living side-by-side, their story has always been about faith, growth, and choosing each other. And they can’t wait to begin this next chapter together.