We first met at East Scarborough Pentecostal Church of God.

Though we had known of each other for some time, we never really took the chance to connect — and, truthfully, we never took each other very seriously at first. That all changed when we began working together on a project at church. Slowly but surely, we started spending more time side by side, and in the process discovered just how much we had in common. What began as casual interactions soon grew into something deeper, as we realized how similar we truly are.

Our first adventure together

Our very first time hanging out happened spontaneously on the evening of Juliet’s birthday. From that night forward, we began creating memories that reflected both of our adventurous spirits. Some of our favorite times together include going for long drives, listening to all kinds of music, and exploring new food spots in different towns. We loved picking a random place on the map, hitting the road, and finding local gems to try together — little adventures that quickly became part of our story.

Faith at the center

As our relationship grew and became more serious, we wanted to ensure that God remained at the center of our lives together. We began praying and fasting together, asking God to guide us and to be the center of everything we did. Grounding our relationship in faith gave us clarity, confidence, strength, and a shared purpose as we moved forward together.

“Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.” — Ecclesiastes 4:12

Our faith continues to be the foundation of our love and commitment.

The Proposal

The proposal was nothing short of unforgettable. Bruce took Juliet back to the very first place they had ever hung out — a quiet marsh trail. He told her he needed to step out for a moment, but what he was really doing was setting the stage for a perfect surprise.

As Juliet waited in the car, Bruce switched the music to “Love Story” by Taylor Swift. When the lyrics reached, “knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring and said, marry me, Juliet,” he opened the car door — already down on one knee — and asked the most important question of their lives.

That moment, and every one leading up to it, is a reminder of how God has guided our paths and how love grew in the most unexpected of ways. Now, we can’t wait to celebrate with all of you!

J&M

164 Elizabeth Crescent North