One 100 degree day in late May, Dane and I went hiking outside of Austin, Texas. The landscape was an odd mix of a western movie desert, yet a tropical paradise at the trail’s end. A stunning waterfall awaited us, offering a perfect place to swim and cool off, as well as a place to sit down and eat the lunch that we packed. The simple joy of being outdoors together is something I cannot forget.

After our hike on the drive home, we pulled off the side of the road for dinner, finding an eclectic little Mexican restaurant. Crocodile statues, oversized chairs, and tiki huts, this wannabe island paradise was what we thought to be an excellent ending to our day. We thought wrong. Two minutes into our drive after dinner, my tire popped. Dane graciously changed my tire, allowing us to set back out on our 100 mile journey back to Waco, this time limited at 45mph. The day actually ended with a (very) leisurely cruise down I-35. With all of the imperfections of this day, I treasure this memory for the perfection time together. It was genuine, enjoyable, and full of shared moments.

Celebrating with you on our special day is the only gift we require. However, for your convenience, we have registered for the items we’d find the most useful as we prepare for married life!