In the Summer of 2020, Westin and Desirae met the way all great love stories begin: at a house party, with Ritz crackers, a near-choking incident, and a stolen drink.

What could have been a very awkward moment turned into a full night of conversation, laughter, and an exchanged phone number that changed everything.

The couple officially began dating on September 3rd, 2020 at exactly 11:58 PM (midnight was Desirae's sister’s birthday, so timing mattered). The relationship grew quickly, and just five months later she moved in with him and his four roommates—trial by fire, really.

As they approached three years dating, Westin proposed on a cliff in Lake Tahoe, fighting for his life against nerves, breathtaking views, and the very real danger of taking one wrong step backward.

After nearly two years engaged, the debate over whether or not to elope or have a wedding (we all know Desirae does not like choices), Westin and Desirae landed exactly where they were meant to be—celebrating their love with all of you, their closest family and friends!

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Wedding Day