October 1, 2022 was a special day that will forever be remembered! That was the beginning of a huge blessing God had given us both. This was the day when Michael and I first met! When we first met in person at the Oklahoma Aquarium it was like we had known each other for many years already. We talked non-stop from the time we first said hello to the end of a wonderful dinner that night.

Fast forward to March 10 - March 17, 2023 Michael, Michael's Brother, Michael's Sister-in-Law, and I all decided to go to Disney World during Spring Break! Little did I know there was a huge surprise coming... March 12th at 8:28 a.m. we arrived at Magic Kingdom in front of the huge Cinderella Castle. We decided to stop and take a picture in front of the castle before the crowds gathered there, little did I know that was not just a picture we were taking. It was the wonderful moment that was about to change our lives forever! Michael turned to me and asked, "Haley, will you make me the happiest man alive? Will you marry me?" I was over the moon excited and happy to say the three-letter word "yes"!!!

May 4, 2024 is the next date that we cannot wait to celebrate with everyone! This is the day that Michael and I will say "I do" to forever!!!!

Your presence is the greatest gift of all. However, if you wish to bless us with a gift please find our registry at: theknot.com/haleyandmichaelbates