Who in their right mind would propose to the love of their life hours after running a half-marathon? This guy would. But if you know Gavin and Alex, there couldn't be a more perfect day than that Saturday, June 17th.

You see, two years earlier, they met up as friends to get ice cream after Alex ran Grandma's half-marathon. This time around, they ran the race together, but little did Alex know this would be the last time she would run with her boyfriend!

Post half-marathon, they oh so conveniently stopped at Portland Malt Shoppe on the way up the North Shore. After a quick stop to pick wild lupins on the side of the road, they arrived at Iona's Beach, which was also a very special spot for the two of them throughout their relationship. They spent the rest of the afternoon hammocking on the beach and then enjoyed a delicious picnic dinner that Gavin had packed.

Strolling along the shore, hand-in-hand as the sun was setting, Gavin dropped to one knee and popped the question. Although Alex was so surprised that she was unable to answer right away, it was the easiest decision she had ever made.

We could not be more thrilled about starting this new chapter of life together, and are so excited to be able to celebrate with you!

We're thrilled that you're coming to celebrate with us—and that's the best gift of all! But, if you'd like to honor us with a gift, we would greatly appreciate support for our honeymoon or items from our registry below!