Having first met in the sixth grade, neither of us knew we would grow up to be each other's better half.

When we finally met again as 18-year-olds, fresh out of high school, we spent a summer falling in love.

It was in 2018 when Bryson sent Grace a random text message. Because they had not talked since they were 13 years old, it was only by chance that she still had his number saved. After rekindling their friendship from years ago, it was evident that they were much more than friends. Neither of them could deny that the other was the only person their heart yearned for.

After the summer they spent together, Grace began her 4-month study abroad journey in Florence, Italy, where the only romance she could think about was Bryson — who was faithfully awaiting her return to Tallahassee. After the months had passed and she finally returned home, Grace and Bryson made their love official and began their 5-year-long journey as boyfriend & girlfriend; knowing (without a doubt) that one day they would say "I do". And finally, that day has come.