Connect How did your love story begin?

Our story began with friendship, faith, and perfect timing. We built a relationship rooted in shared values, a heart for serving others, and countless conversations that made us realize we were building something extraordinary. Together, we've blended families, supported one another through life's challenges, and discovered that God's plan was far better than anything we could have written ourselves.

What is your favorite memory you've shared as a couple?

One of our favorite memories was an early trip to Myrtle Beach. We spent time walking the beach, laughing, shopping, and talking for hours. We even went ring shopping just for fun, and I discovered the exact style I loved. Months later, it was the ring he proposed with. That trip gave us uninterrupted time to truly connect, dream about our future, and simply enjoy being together. It was the beginning of so many beautiful memories.

What would you do with $20,000?

We'd invest in our future by putting part of it toward a down payment on our home. We'd also pay it forward by anonymously blessing another engaged couple with a financial gift for their wedding. As a church family, we'd love to provide marriage books to couples and help bring in a marriage expert to lead workshops that strengthen relationships. For us, the greatest blessing is using what we've been given to help others build lasting, healthy marriages.