We met in the small town of Alvarado, Texas—just two high school kids who had no idea what the future had in store. One summer, Ryan tried to talk to me. I told him I’d message him the next day… but I didn’t. Oops! Fast forward to junior year—we had several classes together and quickly became close friends. A couple of months later, on October 12, 2015, Ryan asked me to be his girlfriend. From that moment on, we were inseparable. We’ve grown up side by side, creating countless memories and supporting each other through every chapter. One of the most special moments in our story happened on a family trip to San Francisco—one of my favorite places in the world. We had the best time exploring Napa, laughing with family, and soaking in every moment. That morning started off like any vacation day—brunch, hair appointments, and loose plans. Originally, we were supposed to go to Sausalito, but plans changed, and suddenly we were headed to Mount Tamalpais to catch the sunset. That spot held a special place in my heart. I had been there years before with my aunt, and it left a lasting impression. Honestly, I almost didn’t go—my hair was still wet, and I wasn’t exactly feeling photo-ready! But my family convinced me, and I’m so glad they did. We made the climb, and I was especially proud of my mom for walking the trail without hesitation (she’s terrified of heights!). When we reached the same scenic overlook I remembered from years before, it felt surreal. The light was golden, the view was breathtaking and then Ryan got down on one knee. Right there, in a place that meant so much to me, surrounded by the people I love, he asked me to spend forever with him. We celebrated that night with the Italian food and sore cheeks from smiling so much. We kept the engagement quiet at first, just for us and a few close family members. It made it just more special. Just two kids that fell in love. — Venony