Hi there! Thanks for being here- It’s hard to put our love story into a few paragraphs, but we will try our best to share the memories that made us who we are. I couldn’t go on without saying that we are who we are and we are where we are because of the perfect and purposeful plan the Lord has had for our lives. Jesus’ unimaginable favor upon our relationship has been displayed through our love story. It’s our hope that you too will see a glimpse of His works.

Claire and Syler first crossed paths during their sophomore year, at the start of the spring semester at Oklahoma State University. They met at a small Mexican restaurant (both of their favorite foods) in Stillwater, Oklahoma, called El Tap. Claire was influenced by her best friend from Kappa Delta, Savannah, to attend, while Syler was encouraged by his best friend from Sigma Phi Epsilon, Trey, to join the casual Friday night dinner and margs. The moment Claire laid eyes on Syler’s horse crewneck (iykyk), she knew it was over. But the catch… neither of them wanted to date anyone.

Nonetheless…

Both of them found themselves with a little crush on one another. However, only their best friends, who basically set them up, knew this information. Trey and Savannah Faulkner, the future Gabel’s matchmakers! Claire and Syler began to only hang out with Trey and Savannah, who were dating at the time—countless memories of coffee shop hangouts, late-night Sonic runs, sledding on tables in the snow, pool games in Sig Ep’s foyer, and movie nights—but the most memorable was the group of four’s trip to Oklahoma City. After that trip, Claire and Syler knew this was something designed by a force greater than their own strength, desires, and dreams. It was everything and more.

Not long after this trip, the couple started dating, shared their first kiss at a lake house in Arkansas, and exchanged their “I love yous” during the summer of ’21. The past three years have been filled with nothing but bliss. The couple has discovered their passion for traveling, attending concerts, watching movies, and spending quality time with family and friends. But anything is fun when you’re doing it with your best friend, right?!

On May 4, 2024, Claire and Syler promised “forever” to each other at Paradise Cove on Grapevine Lake in Grapevine, Texas! The intimate proposal was followed by many happy tears and a celebration with the couple’s closest friends and family. They were overwhelmed with love from their people!

The couple gives gratitude to the Lord for His divine timing and plan for bringing their relationship to fruition. Claire and Syler believe “the best things come when you’re not looking for them”—we challenge you to live in the moment and be thankful for where the Lord has brought you thus far. The Giver is GOOD!

See y’all at 405 E Main St, Round Rock, TX 78664 on March 23, 2025, to witness them become husband and wife, forever and ever! Cheers to the future Gabel's!!!

C&S

Wedding Day