Austin & Lauren become official boyfriend & girlfriend.

They celebrated Lauren's birthday with a murder mystery party. Austin was the murderer!

They celebrated Ausitn's birthday with a trip to the Lincoln Park zoo & conservatory.

A day off date! They visited the Art Institute & Garfield Park conservatory.

Austin & Lauren were ready for the first fairy party at the flower farm!

Austin's district license interview & Lauren's ordination interview. They both passed! The year before was when Austin texted his sisters saying he thought Lauren was cute! 👀

The last of the flowers from the farm for the season. Austin made the most beautiful bouquet for Lauren!

Crossbridge Trunk or Treat!

Adventures to Buffalo Rock.

Austin & Lauren were grateful to celebrate Thanksgiving with both families.

They walked around Ottawa's Chris Kringle Market with friends.

Chicago trip with the siblings!

Austin proposed to Lauren in her living room with 5 dozen roses. She said YES!

Taking photos to document the engagement day!

One of Lauren's Christmas gifts to Austin was a pottery class. They had so much fun!

They took a trip to Nashville, TN to visit some friends! Of course, new plants were a must-buy.

Lauren says yes to the dress!

Lauren & Austin find the most perfect wedding venue!

They explored Peoria with some friends!

Bobo (Austin) & Lolo (Lauren) took the kids out for a date day!

Austin & Lauren revisited their first date spot. This time, Lauren was feeling much less nervous and enjoyed her food!

Lauren was ordained as an Elder in the Church of the Nazarene & was so thankful to have Austin by her side.

They took official engagement pictures with their wedding photographer, Hana. And she captured the best moments!