Jacob and Autumn attended the same church for several years before meeting in 2012. Jacob first spotted Autumn singing songs on the worship team and began visiting with her and of course, her father, the drummer on the team.

As students at rivaling high schools, Enumclaw and White River, Jacob and Autumn's friendship was founded upon playful jokes and harmless scoffing. Autumn politely declined Jacob's requests for her phone number week after week, which didn't halt his pursuit.

She later agreed to a first date with Jacob at the Washington State Fair on September 22nd, 2013. And the relationship began. The two attended school dances together, Jacob's football games, Autumn's theater and band concerts, FFA events, family celebrations, shooting guns in the mountains, and so much more.

Almost five years later, that sweet friendship has blossomed into a very special and committed bond. The couple have lived in Spokane, WA for three years, working, attending college and serving with the church youth ministry. They have challenged, learned from and encouraged each other and have seen God's hand in the shaping of their lives together. The wedding day will be a joyous one.