Back when it all started- our first date out ice fishing on Mille Lacs. Cole asked me to come ice fishing with him and his brother and I don't think he thought I would say yes. Turns out it was the start to our forever.

Our 3rd date where Cole cooked chicken for the both of us in the old cabin. A place with so many special memories we both shared!

Back out on the lake to ice fish! This was a big weekend for us—full of firsts and meaningful moments. Cole was meeting Maddie’s best friend (who’s practically family), and it was Maddie’s first time visiting one of Cole’s favorite places: Bemidji, MN. Somewhere between the frozen lake, shared stories, and lots of laughter, we both knew this was turning into something truly special.

Mille Lacs Lake Ice Fishing Tournament 2023! This weekend was extra special—we got to spend time with some of Cole’s favorite people, and it felt like everything just clicked. Being surrounded by great company and sharing those moments together only confirmed what we both were already feeling: we’d found something really special in each other. 💙

One of our many times visiting the River Inn - a favorite date night spot of ours :)

Second time up to Bemidji and the first time meeting Mr. Barsody. Safe to say this weekend I knew real quickly life was going to be a blast with the Barsody side!

First annual trip to Florida to visit John and Kelly- a trip we now look forward to every year! Safe to say, by this point, we were in for the long haul!

Cole's first trip to Remer, MN! Cole got his first taste of what makes Remer so special.

Our favorite date in the last two years <3

Our first of many camping trips together- Leinie Lodge 2023!

First Vikings Game!! SKOL!

Second annual trip to see John and Kelly in Florida!

One of many trips we have taken to Duluth!

The last wedding we attended as boyfriend and girlfriend! Wedding date for life!

Our first concert together!

First Halloween Party in our new house!

BEST DAY EVER!! We’re engaged! Cole proposed next to the Christmas tree in our new home—right where we’ll spend our first holiday season as fiancés. It was the most perfect moment in the most meaningful place, and one we’ll both cherish forever.