We met at the hospital while working with cancer patients, both of us passionate about what we do and deeply connected to the people we care for. From the very beginning, we clicked, bonding over life, our shared experiences, and the emotional highs and lows of our job. As time passed, we spent more and more time together, our connection growing stronger. Then one day, Marcus looked at me and said, “I see a future with you.” And just like that, our friendship turned into something more. On 12/02/2018, we made it official. Now, that future we once imagined is here, and we can’t wait to celebrate it with you!

We went apple picking with the kids, enjoying the simple joy of searching for the best apples. As we wandered through the orchard, Cailey ran up to me, her eyes wide with excitement. “Mommy, look at this perfect apple I found!” she said, holding it out. I smiled and took a closer look, then I noticed something sparkling inside. Confused, I turned to Marcus, and there he was, down on one knee, grinning. In that moment, I realized what was happening. I was completely fooled! I never expected him to propose there, which is exactly what he had planned. He knew I might suspect something if he took me on a fancy date, so instead, he made sure the moment was a perfect surprise, one filled with love, laughter, and our little family.