Although they both grew up within 5 miles of each other, Michael and Alyssa didn’t actually meet until 2015 in college when they ended up in the same Biology class.

Having noticed each other immediately, they continued to exchange awkward eye contact throughout the first few weeks of the semester. Both of them unwilling to make the first move to talk to one another. Finally, Alyssa built up the courage to message Michael on Instagram about something in class.

Before long, they exchanged numbers to get together and study but studying quickly took a turn for something more. He was a gentleman who complimented her often- she was driven and passionate about what she wanted out of life. With each of them chasing after the electrifying connection of the other, their friendship and love story began.

After a few weeks and a couple of dates, Michael took Alyssa to Buffalo Bayou Park where he set up a picnic. They rode bikes, climbed trees and he asked her to be his girlfriend! There was something about that day at that park that meant so much to Alyssa that when the time came for their one year anniversary she asked Michael if a picnic at the park could be their own tradition where they celebrate every year.

Throughout the years they have been lucky enough to experience many of life’s milestones together. They have discovered new hobbies together such as hiking, biking, camping and have found a mutual love for traveling.

Together they helped each other graduate college and have supported one another through changing careers. They have experienced loss and hardships that have taught them to trust in each other and lean on one another. Most importantly, they adopted the most rambunctious pup - Charlie Brown who is the heart and soul of their little family.

And every year, on their anniversary they go back to that same park to celebrate where it all started.

Continuing their tradition 5 years later in December of 2020, they set up their picnic like just like they did every year. Only this time Michael’s friend Nic asked if he could take pictures of them for his “portfolio”.

Alyssa didn’t think any thing of it but little did she know, this was no ordinary anniversary picnic like they've had before.

Michael planned everything.

The two of them drank their wine, ate some snacks and took pictures for awhile when suddenly Alyssa noticed that she was taking pictures alone...

“Where did Michael go?”

Before she could go investigate, she turned around and Michael was on one knee with a box laying gently in his hand. Somewhere between Michael’s speech and Alyssa’s tears he asked her to be his wife… and she said “YES!”

They were immediately swarmed with cheers and hugs by their closest friends and family! Turns out they had been hiding around the corner the entire time!

It was the most perfect day and one that will always hold so much meaning.

Help share in the love and excitement as they embark in this new season of becoming husband and wife!