The Love Story

Zach and Pamela Joy’s love story began in Oct 2021 in Brownsville, TX during a TX ANG border patrol mission. On their very 1st day, they met in an elevator. In that brief moment, Zach felt an instant connection, he later called “love at first sight”. What began as friendship soon turned into love that has thrived for over 4 years, even through long distances, busy schedules, and the unique challenges of military life. Early on, Pamela emceed Zach’s promotion ceremony, carefully trying to pronounce his last name, "Harabedoff" never imagining it would one day be her own. Their journey reached a milestone on August 16, 2024, when Zach proposed to Pamela Joy in Destin, Florida. With the generous support of Walter Wedding Estates and Omaha Steaks, their wedding will not only celebrate their love but honor the resilience, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment that has defined their journey.

First time working together at the border 🎖️ April 2022

One of the very first supporting things Zach has done for Pamela Joy ✈️San Antonio, Texas May 2022

One of the first "hangouts" of Zach and Pamela Joy 🌊South Padre Island June 2022

First memorable trip of Zach and Pamela Joy 🌅 Pensacola, Florida June 2022

First time for Zach meeting Pamela Joy's Family 🤠Frisco, TX July 2022

First Time in Mobile, Alabama together🌹 August 2022

First Time Destin, Florida together 🏖️ September 2022

Zach's first time playing Black Jack at the Casino 🎰 Biloxi, Mississippi October 2022

First time in Rosemary Beach, Florida together 🌴 November 2022

First time for Pamela Joy to meet Zach's Family 🌸Meridian, Mississippi November 2022

Zach officially asked Pamela Joy to be his girlfriend ♥️ Dallas, Texas December 23, 2022

First Christmas together 🎄 Dallas, Texas December 2022

First Cowboys Game Together 🏈 December 2022

First New Year's together 🥂 Austin, TX January 2023

First time in a hospital together after Pamela Joy's back injury. 18 hours in the Emergency Room (She knew he was the one) Arlington, Texas 🚑 January 2023