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Jeremiah was a young and adventurous guy who moved all the way from Northern California to begin a new story in Florida. Ashley who grew up in Florida, moved to Los Angeles, California. But as circumstances changed, she ended up back in Florida not long before Jeremiah came along. They both entered a Christian college and ended up in the same program. Both unique and gifted individuals they grew a closer bond of friendship with each other over all the other students. When people said, "they are going to date," or "they are falling for each other," Ashley and Jeremiah would laugh. "We never will. We are best friends and that's it." Yet, after one crazy year, they fell for each other. Sadly, Jeremiah was moving back home to California. As he moved, they grew apart. But deep down they knew they would see each other again some day. Six months later, as Ashley was attending her normal church service, a friendly face showed up. Jeremiah bumped into her and gave her a hug, saying, "it's good to see you." Well if you know Ashley. She was not happy with such a sudden and unexpected surprise. Throughout the next year Jeremiah chose to grow a fifteen foot flower tree for Ashley, while he waited around for her to commit to being more than just friends. Many would say he was crazy for growing such a large plant for someone who kept popping in and out of his life over the next year. However, he was confident in what God told him. So no matter how hard it was, he tended to that tree everyday, the same way he tends to their love now. After another year of building an even closer friendship, Ashley finally accepted the fact that she knew there would never be anyone else she would want to be with. He was the kindest most loving gentle man she had ever met. When she finally was ready to date him, the first flower from the fifteen foot tree bloomed (pictured above). God showed them that everything is made perfect in His timing. And to keep a long story short, Jeremiah waited patiently for the right time and season to ask Ashley to marry him. They hiked a gorgeous trail in New Hampshire, where Ashley's hometown was, and over the river, in a deep gorge of rushing water, Jeremiah tried with all his might to mutter the words, "muuummmuarry mmmmeeeee."&nbsp; That was all he could muster as the two cried tears of joy. In that moment they chose to commit their lives together. The rest of their story, and even more exciting adventures await them in their new season of marriage. There were so many beautiful ways God moved in Jeremiah &amp; Ashley’s relationship over the past four and a half years. They are so excited to continue this life together and continue to love and commit to one another daily. Ashley and Jeremiah hope people feel encouraged by their trust in God through their journey over the years. His faithfulness always shined through in every situation, and He fulfilled His promise to both of them as He always does.&nbsp; Forever &amp; Always ♥️&nbsp;

August 2017

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Zach Taylor

Gabriela Sullivan

Nathan Taylor

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Travel

Considered one of Florida's oldest and largest state parks, Myakka River State Park stretches across 58 square miles of wetlands, hammocks, pinelands and prairies.

Myakka River State Park

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, which features thousands of Medieval, Renaissance, Greek, Roman and Cypriot antiquities and works of art, is the main attraction on The Ringling museum campus. 

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art

Though not as stately as the adjacent John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, Ca' d'Zan woos visitors with its Venetian Gothic-style architecture and elegant interior.

Ca' d'Zan

Though visitors have access to several beaches in Sarasota County, one of the easiest to reach from downtown is Lido Beach.

Lido Beach

Once the home and grounds of amateur gardener Marie Selby, the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens opened to the public in 1975 after the death of its namesake.

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens

Designed to highlight Sarasota's background as a military post for flight training, the 295-acre Sarasota National Cemetery has served as the final resting place for thousands of fallen veterans since it opened to the public in 2009. 

Sarasota National Cemetery

To many travelers, Sarasota may not be the first Florida destination to come to mind when thinking of a golf getaway, but golfers regularly seek out this city's championship courses.

Sarasota Golf Courses

Part-research center, part-aquarium, Mote Laboratory & Aquarium features nine exhibits, including two interactive areas and a 135,000-gallon shark tank.

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium

Animal lovers and families will likely enjoy Sarasota's Big Cat Habitat and Gulf Coast Sanctuary.

Ashley & Jeremiah

Ashley & Jeremiah

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