We began messaging each other through an online dating app called Hinge!
We originally planned just to eat at Kamado Ramen in Midcity - Huntsville, AL. After an amazing conversation and plenty of spicy noodles, we soon found ourselves playing games at Dave & Busters for the rest of the evening!
We both later agreed that was the best first date either of us had ever been on and the rest is history!
(Laura’s POV) - “It was definitely awkward and nerve-racking, but Luke made it better by talking nonstop”.
(Luke’s POV) - “She was so cute in person and so quiet at first. I remember thinking my #1 priority was to make her feel comfortable”.
Part of our second date was in McFarland Park - Florence, AL. This was a defining date in our relationship where we began to express feelings for each other and have deeper conversations.
The proposal took place at this same park after we enjoyed a picnic provided by loved ones, expressed familiar feelings with desires for a future together, received a rainbow in the background as acknowledgment of God’s approval, and a conversation took place that went something like - “Laura Grace Haley will you marry me?” “Yes!!!” “Really?” “I already said yes, give me that ring already!!!!”