Their story began with the kind of friendship that felt easy — full of laughter, inside jokes, and a closeness that came naturally. What started as a lighthearted bond slowly began to deepen, and it wasn’t long before their friendship blossomed into something more. One evening in the Steak 'n Shake parking lot, Evan asked Brie to be his girlfriend, marking the beginning of a love that would grow through every season of life. As they headed off to different colleges — Evan to Montevallo to play baseball, and Brie to Georgia College — their relationship was tested by distance, sometimes stretching as far as four hours apart. But through late-night Facetimes, weekend visits, and unwavering commitment, their love only strengthened. Along the way, they rescued their sweet dog, Remi, a symbol of the little family they were building even then. From high school sweethearts to long-distance partners and dog parents, Brie and Evan have spent years growing up together and learning what it means to build a life side by side. Throughout it all, Brie and Evan have leaned on their faith in God, trusting His plan and timing for their journey. On March 6, 2019, Evan asked Brie to be his girlfriend, and on November 2, 2024, he asked her to be his wife. "Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate." — Mark 10:9