If someone would have told us that at 15 years old we would meet our future spouse in high school English class, we probably would have thought they were crazy. But, here we are 10+ years later, and we couldn’t be more excited for a lifetime together.

Garrett and Maddie met their sophomore year at Cooper City High School. Garrett’s family moved from Paris, France to south Florida the year before, but they didn’t cross paths until their teacher put their class in groups for an assignment. As fate would have it, Garrett and Maddie were placed in the same group. After their first conversation, they were immediately smitten with each other. It wasn’t until years later that Garrett told Maddie he specifically asked to be placed in the same group as her, even though they had never spoken a word to each other. Needless to say, we’re so glad he did!

Garrett and Maddie dated throughout high school. They made endless memories with school dances, smoothie dates, family dinners at each other's houses, and staying up way too late talking on the phone.

When it came time for college, their long distance relationship began. Maddie went to the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida, and Garrett attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. Being in a long distance relationship has taught them to cherish every moment they have together. After many years of spending months apart, a simple thing like sipping coffee together on a Saturday morning is one of their favorite things to do.

Upon graduating, Garrett commissioned with the Navy out of Norfolk, Virginia. Maddie also started her career in HR and moved to Norfolk so they could be together. They have loved living in Norfolk and have made it their home. Eventually, Garrett was stationed in Spain for 10 months and after he returned to the U.S., he proposed to Maddie in Asheville, North Carolina. Maddie was completely surprised and on cloud nine the whole day. This day will go down as one of their happiest memories as they celebrated with family at Boyd Mountain - the most special place to Maddie and her family.

As we prepare for our next chapter of life, we are so excited to share our wedding day with those we hold near and dear to our hearts. Virginia is for Lovers, so let’s get married!!!

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