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Gavin and Hefzi’s love story is a very sweet and of course very funny story. As many of you know, their story starts way before the two even met. On May 29, 2020 Gavin and Hefzi attended a New Patriot Orientation at DBU. At the end of the orientation, Hefzi wanted to take pictures in front of the beautiful chapel. Little did she know her future husband would be in the background of her picture.Fast forward to freshman year of college, Gavin and Hefzi were at their school’s SWAT week, which was when the freshman moved in and they have a welcome party. One of Hefzi’s roommates, Jadyn, became friends with Gavin and his roommates during that week. On the first day of school Jadyn asked Hefzi and their other roommate if they wanted to go watch her play volleyball with some friends, they said yes and went to watch. Hefzi saw Gavin for the first time that night, she obviously thought he was cute but didn’t think much of it. Those next few weeks Jadyn kept hanging out with them and would invite Hefzi every time she went.As Hefzi kept hanging out with them the more her feelings towards Gavin grew. Hefzi was drawn to Gavin’s kindness, she noted that his kindness was the same to everyone, even those he did not need to impress. Everyone knew Hefzi’s feelings for Gavin, except for Gavin, of course. Hefzi invited him to every date and formal party she had that year and yet, he still had no clue. At the end of the semester, Hefzi knew she had to confess her feelings for him before they left for Christmas break and she did just that. The reason she decided to do that was because she knew that he had a date planned for when he got back home. They both had a really good conversation and to make a long story short they decided to stay friends. While they were on break, Gavin began having feelings for Hefzi, while Hefzi started to just view Gavin as a friend. When they came back Hefzi saw Gavin and immediately realized her feelings were back but she didn’t want to tell him. Gavin and Hefzi’s friendship continued to grow and their feelings did as well. Their friend group decided to go on a spring break trip together but Gavin was the only boy that was able to go, so there were three girls including Hefzi and Gavin that went. There was definitely a strong connection between Gavin and Hefzi but they didn’t address it. Then on the second to last day, Gavin and Hefzi were watching a movie together and were sitting very close together. Hefzi then decided to lay her head on Gavin’s shoulder and Gavin immediately laid his head on top of her’s. They both stayed there until the movie ended and once it did they both did not know what to say and awkwardly got up to go to bed. The next day they also did not know what to say but they both knew the other had feelings. They enjoyed their last day and packed up to go back to DBU. When they got back to DBU they went on a sonic run together to discuss what had happened and they both confessed their feelings for each other. They then decided that they wanted to be boyfriend and girlfriend. Ever since then, it has been a dream for the both of them. They love spending every day together and love to make each other laugh. They are both so excited to spend the rest of their lives together.

Our Engagement Photos 

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Our Proposal Pictures

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Our Wedding Party

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Bohn Crain and Gavin's journey began in the autumn of 2020, marking Gavin's freshman year in college. Initially distant, their connection deepened when Bohn assumed the role of President and Gavin, Vice President of their fraternity Beta Beta. Beyond the titles, a profound friendship blossomed, with Bohn evolving into a cherished mentor for Gavin. Their bond, nurtured through shared leadership and everyday moments, has flourished to encompass living together and sharing the same home church. 

Bohn Crain

One day during the spring semester of their freshman year, Hefzi and Gavin were eating dinner together in the cafeteria and noticed someone sitting at the table next to them quietly reading and eating. Hefzi urged Gavin to go talk to him and though Gavin was hesitant at first, he eventually started a conversation. This person was Jacob Andrus. Jacob and Gavin realized that they had similar interests and became great friends over the next few months. Jacob even became a part of Gavin’s fraternity, Beta Beta. Jacob and Gavin have continued to grow their friendship through their mutual love of movies and music.

Jacob Andrus

Ben was the first Nguyen twin that Gavin met. They lived in the same apartment complex and Gavin saw Ben’s WRX in the parking lot one day and realized that there was another car guy at DBU. They soon got to know each other and became close friends, bonding over their love for cars, music, and the outdoors. They have awesome adventures together and look forward to a life full of road trips. 

Ben Nguyen

Alex was the second Nguyen twin that Gavin met and they quickly bonded over their shared interests. They both enjoy just hanging out, watching YouTube videos, playing guitar, and finding random things to do. They also love taking care of their cars and keeping them looking as good as possible. Even in their busy lives, Alex and Gavin find time to hang out and grow their friendship.

Alex Nguyen

Caleb and Gavin’s friendship seems to have been brought together by destiny. During the first meeting of the DBU chapel worship team, Gavin was wearing a shirt that displayed the logo of a band he loved, Dance Gavin Dance. Caleb had been discussing this band with someone else at the meeting and they realized the connection. He introduced Caleb and Gavin and they realized they both had tickets to the upcoming Dance Gavin Dance concert. This sparked an immediate friendship which has led them to be roommates for the past 2 years of college. Their friendship has continued to grow as they bond over their love of drums, music, and the gym and make lasting memories as they share a room. 

Caleb Stover

Joshua is Hefzi’s younger brother and now a great friend of Gavin. Joshua was born with Down Syndrome and Autism, but even though he is nonverbal, his loving heart shines through. From the first time they met, Joshua and Gavin took a liking to each other. Josh loves to ride in the car and run errands with Hefzi and Gavin and just be with them. Gavin is so excited to have Joshua up on the stage with him on the big day!

Joshua Peña

bridesmaids

Naomi is Hefzi’s little sister! She is four and a half years younger than Hefzi. Before Naomi was born Hefzi prayed for a little sister everyday and when Naomi was born she was ecstatic. Although they are very different in personalities and interests, they both love to talk about the Bible and their dogs. Naomi plans on going to DBU in the fall of 2024 and is even going to have the same major as Hefzi. Both of them have gotten to experience a lot together but are now going their separate ways. Although this will be a new chapter, they hope that it will bring them closer.

Naomi Pena

Mari and Hefzi met freshman year of college in their math class the first day of school. They both sat on the first row, right next to each other, and this is when everyone was required to wear masks. The teacher in the class kept making funny jokes but no one in the class would laugh. Both Mari and Hefzi felt bad so they awkwardly laughed together. After class they would both walk back to the same dorm and eventually started walking together, having small talk. One day there was a test and the teacher said they could “use their resources”. Hefzi asked Mari if she would like to take the test together and she did. Fast forward a few weeks later, it was Bid Day, they walked into their sorority’s party and realized they both were now in the same sorority. Their friendship blossomed after that! They went to everything together, are on the executive council together, and also live together. They have gotten to experience many great memories with each other. 

Marisa Matos

Celeste and Hefzi met in sixth grade when they would both get to school early and they would always be the first ones there. Hefzi would always bring chocolate donuts but would never share them with Celeste. After that, they would see each other here and there but didn’t truly become friends until their junior year of high school. That year they were on the dance team together and had their lockers right next to each other. They started getting closer and became very close friends. Then their senior year they both got to be social officers together. They loved getting to laugh all day and make tik tok videos together. During Covid, they would call once a week and talk on the phone for hours. Even when they went off to college they would facetime all the time and try to see each other as much as they could. They still love to hang out and catch up on their crazy life.

Celeste Gensollen

Annabelle and Hefzi met Hefzi’s freshman year on bid day for their sorority. They both got closer that year through their sorority. During Hefzi’s sophomore year, Hefzi needed a new roommate and Annabelle did too, so they became roommates that December. They made a lot of fun memories together as roommates, like when they both tried to cook quinoa (don’t ask) and when Annabelle got home from camp at midnight and Hefzi thought someone was trying to break into the house. They were both also the same major, which helped them a lot. Even after Annabelle graduated, they both have remained close. They love to get coffee together and catch up on life. 

Annabelle Dupuy

Izzy and Hefzi both met sophomore year of high school at a dance competition. Hefzi had recognized Izzy from her church friends' Instagram. After that, they didn’t see each other again until they saw each other their senior year at church camp and they talked about how they were both going to DBU. Then when they got to DBU they both rushed the same sorority and their junior year served on executive council together. Through being on exec together and going on coffee runs they got closer. They both have a lot in common and love to talk about dance, Pretty Little Liars, and their futures. They have gotten to make such fun memories together and wish they didn’t have to go their separate ways. 

Izzy Salazar

Alexis and Hefzi met junior year of high school in choir. They both were acquaintances but not really friends yet. Senior year when both Alexis and Hefzi announced they were going to DBU it struck more conversations between them. They would talk about what dorms they were going to live in and how excited they were for DBU. Once they got to college they would talk every time they ran into each other and it was nice having a familiar face around. They both ended up rushing the same sorority and got closer through that. Junior year they both were on executive council together and senior year Hefzi moved into Alexis’ house. They have a lot of fun together and love getting to relate about their hometown.

Alexis Folkerstma

Belle and Hefzi met freshman year of college when they were both leads for their sororities Spring Sing show. They got to know each other a little better because of that. Their junior year they both got to serve on executive council together and got closer through that. During their sisterhood retreat they both were talking about how they still wanted to be on exec the next year and both realized Belle wanted to run for President and Hefzi wanted to run for Vice president. That next year they both got to do just that. They have enjoyed getting to lead their organization together. They have gotten very close and love having time to catch up on their personal lives anytime they're not doing sorority stuff. 

Belle Kyle

Natalie and Hefzi met their freshman year through their friend Mari. They loved to talk about shopping and how bad they wanted to get married. They would always talk about their dream timeline’s for marriage, dream proposals, and dream weddings. They were both so excited to one day get to be there for each other on their big day. They are both excited to see their dreams come to life. Throughout the years they have gotten closer and have loved getting to have fun hang outs that Natalie always planned so well. This season of life has been such a fun and sweet season for them to experience. 

Natalie Almarez