We’ve known each other since elementary school and were friends for a long time. Aaron always had this thing where he’d greet me in the hallways with a cheerful, “Heyyyyy Anna Michelle!”, even though Michelle isn’t my last name. Somehow, it stuck, and he still says it to this day!

We started dating in our senior year of high school. Our first date was simple but perfect: watching the cartoon Grinch movie at the theater. Over the years, life took us in different directions. I moved three hours away, then an hour and a half away for college, and we did long distance for six years. It wasn’t always easy, but it showed us just how strong we are together.

Now we're finally back close to each other, only five minutes apart! Aaron proposed at the lodge in Guntersville, Alabama on July 11, surrounded by nearly all of our family. It was emotional, perfect, and the first time I’d ever seen him cry, which made the moment even more special.

We are so excited to get married in the most magical place on earth, Disney! We can’t wait to own our own home one day, grow a faith-based life together, and start a family. Life’s already amazing, and we’re just getting started!

A&A

Wedding Day