Neither Holly nor Mike remembers the exact day that they met, though they think it was through mutual friends. What they do know is they found themselves always hanging out together with the same friend group at the same college parties during their time at ECU. Speaking of college, how could a Duke Fan and a UNC fan get together, you ask? Holly did spend most of her days teasing Mike when Duke would lose to Carolina in basketball, but thankfully it didn't seem to bother him. Some might say it was a teenage, college way of flirting. Fast forward to New Years Eve of 2018. Holly asked Mike to go as her plus one to a college friend's wedding in Raleigh. Even though they were "just friends," Mike managed to sneak in a New Year's Eve kiss at midnight! At this time, Holly was living her life in Nashville pursuing music and working at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital while Mike was starting up his sneaker business and working endless hours in Raleigh. They kept in touch and talked during this time but remained only friends. This is one of those classic instances of “the right couple at the wrong time.” Jumping ahead to April 2nd of 2022. Mike and Holly went to see Duke and Carolina in the Final Four. Even though Duke lost to Carolina, it was a wonderful trip. Holly even comforted Mike after Duke's loss. After that trip to New Orleans, they became inseparable, in a sense. They were still living nine hours apart. They made long distance work for a little while, but anyone that knows Mike knows that talking on the phone for long hours on end is not one of his strong suits, especially if there are any sports on TV. Holly ended up leaving Nashville, her long time first love, to be with Mike in September of 2022. It was one of the easiest decisions Holly ever made. Mike has always said Holly is the "apple of his eye." He proved that back in college when he would pick Holly up from downtown nights at ECU and always made sure she was safe. He continues to prove it, and Holly feels the exact same way about him. Mike popped the question on Christmas Day 2023. Finally the right couple at the right time & a love story that was well worth the wait. They are both so excited about their future and can't wait to share their memorable day with each and every one of you!