We first met in early May, and this marks our first photo together.

Shortly after meeting, we spent as much time together as possible, frequently hanging out at Connor's apartment.

As my au pair year neared its conclusion, we tried our best creating numerous memories by participating in various events, dining out, and more.

Connor and I opted for one final journey before my departure, heading to the happiest place on earth.

This marked one of our final days together before returning home to Austria.

In late September, my au pair year concluded, prompting my return home for a new visa application. 3 long months of long distance followed.

Beginning of December, Connor traveled from Colorado to Vienna, making the journey to visit me and meet my family.

While Connor was visiting, we ventured to cities like Amsterdam and Venice, uncovering our shared passion for travel.

In early December, my new visa was approved, allowing me to fly back to Colorado with Connor just in time for Christmas. It marked our first Christmas celebration together.

Celebrating our first New Year together, we eagerly anticipate a year ahead filled with travels, memories, and building a life together.

Experiencing our first skiing adventure together.

Celebrating Valentine's Day in each other's company.

After months of shared living and life experiences, we embraced a new chapter by welcoming Casper into our family.

Exploring a Renaissance festival together.

Celebrating our second 4th of July in Arizona surrounded by family.

Returning for our second visit to the Denver Oktoberfest.

Connor took me to Nebraska for the first time, where I had the opportunity to meet his family and explore Valas pumpkin patch.

Embarking on an early Christmas journey with Connor's parents to Kentucky, creating lasting memories.

We're engaged! During our Kentucky trip, Connor proposed, and he and his parents beautifully organized this proposal to make it absolutely perfect.

A few weeks after getting engaged, we embarked on another journey to the happiest place on earth.

In December, we went on our second Christmas trip to Europe, where we traveled through the Netherlands and Belgium.

During our travels in Europe, we visited family and friends back home in Austria, who pleasantly surprised us with an engagement party.

Here we are, thrilled for the upcoming chapter in our lives. We can't wait to celebrate it with all of you.