Aaron proposed to Elena on October 16th, 2022. He planned a double-date picnic with Elena’s sister Jenna and Jenna's boyfriend Donny on the lawn at Harkness Memorial State Park. It was a beautiful day and a beautiful place to lay out in the sun with wine and charcuterie.

After they were done snacking, the guys went back to the car to “put the food away” while Elena and Jenna walked around taking pictures with the beautiful scenery.

When the guys got back, Jenna and Elena were taking pictures on the beach. Aaron joined Elena for some pictures by the water. At one point Aaron had to take Elena’s hands to prevent her from figuring out that he had tucked the ring box behind his back against his belt. Before she knew it Aaron was down on a knee asking her to marry him!

This was not the only surprise of the day, because right after Aaron proposed, his sister Kathryn and Elena’s childhood best friend Maya popped out from behind the bushes - they had been there the whole time taking pictures!

After exchanging hugs and showing off the ring, the friends parted ways. Aaron told Elena he needed to pick something up at his parents’ house on the way home, and when Elena opened the door to the house she was surprised to see all of her local loved ones inside to surprise her!

Aaron and Elena are so excited for this next chapter of their lives together and are grateful to have so many amazing people to share the memories with!

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