Where It All Began: David and Kayla met at the Heart of Dating Conference in Atlanta in February 2023. Although we were in similar and often overlapping social circles, we had never met before. David was intrigued by what he sensed was a Godly, bubbly, attractive (inside and out) blonde. He would later remark that “God was at work and instrumental in ensuring my radar was operating at full capacity that day”. Although the impromptu introduction led to a lunch where David was the only man surrounded by 7 or 8 other women, from the outset, David’s eye was solely on Kayla.

Our Blossoming, Budding Relationship: After the Heart of Dating Conference, we have done life together by enjoying coffee at countless coffee shops, scrumptious meals at many different restaurants, walks and talks in beautiful scenery, trips together to Virginia, Florida, the Caribbean, and Maine, and so many memorable times with friends and family. We are so grateful for those times when God was knitting our hearts, minds, and soul together. We also want to give a special shout out to a book we read together called “The Sacred Search”, which contained many Godly principles and practical wisdom for dating couples seeking marriage.

Our Engagement: Although Kayla and David had only been together for one Christmas by June 2024, David knew how much Kayla loved Christmas. So, at a charity auction, there was a charming “Christmas cabin” in Elijay that came up for auction, which David won. As their relationship continued to blossom, David knew he loved and wanted to propose to Kayla. And, what better time to propose to a lady that loves the Christmas season at a Christmas cabin on the first day of the unofficial start to the Christmas season – the day after Thanksgiving…? From there, Lexi, Kayla’s sister and maid of honor, was incredibly helpful by staying with Kayla and David, keeping Kayla occupied while David put his plan into action, and capturing the most memorable moments of our lives when David proposed to Kayla on the Christmas bridge.

The Beauty and Glory of God, Gratefulness for Each of You, and a Hopeful Future: Kayla and David continue to see the beauty and glory of God weaving together our shared values and our life visions. Although we are far from having it all together, we are thankful for our common faith in the only One who has it all together – Jesus Christ, the Creator of the Universe – who has helped keep us pure together and grow in our love together. We are so grateful for each of you and looking forward to enjoying this special and sacred time together with all of you – each of you have left a positive mark on Kayla, David, or both of us. Our hearts and minds are filled with hope and strength as we look forward to whatever the future may hold for us. The Lord has surely brought us together and we are excited to build a life together!