Ashlyn and Matthew's love story began when they started dating in February of 2017. Their first date was at Chick-fil-A, with Mammie as their chaperone. Over the years, Ashlyn and Matthew developed a friendship and love that they knew was meant to be forever. Matthew proposed to Ashlyn in the summer of July 2023 on the beach in Nags Head, NC while on vacation. Fast forward to 2025 when they will tie the knot on October 25th, 2025 surrounded by their family and friends.