We met on August 8th, 2020 through the Minnesota Army National Guard, spending our free time together during our annual training!

We spent our time together going on many different adventures! We found our special spot in Duluth, went to the apple orchard, the Christmas light show and went on trips together to California and many road trips to South Carolina!

On May 13th, 2022 Bree graduated with her first college degree, Associate of Liberal Arts from Pine Tech (first generation college graduate) with Phi Theta Kappa and veteran honors! Bree then went on to start her second degree in Radiology at Dunwoody. She is set to graduate in December of 2024 and will begin work as an X-Ray Technician!

After moving into our first apartment together, we welcomed Sox, Benji, and Milo in our family! Since then, we have brought them across the country, on camping trips, and with us during all of our life milestones (even our engagement!).

On May 4th, 2024, Ben graduates Summa Cum Laude from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor's Degree in Residential Construction Management and a double minor in Military Science and Joint Military Science Leadership!

As Bree finishes her 6-year contract in the Army, Ben does the exact opposite and furthers his career by commissioning as a Second Lieutenant in the 682nd Engineer Battalion on May 9th, 2024!

After three and a half years of countless new adventures, beautiful memories, and milestones together, Ben knew he wanted to spend the rest of his life with his best friend. After designing the perfect ring for her, he finally popped the question!