One of our favorite things to do is get away from the hustle and bustle and spend time in nature. So, when it came time to pop the question, I knew I wanted it to be somewhere that felt just right for us—a place where we could be completely ourselves.

One evening, we decided to take a drive up the mountain in the truck. The air was cool, and everything was quiet as we made our way to the top. When we arrived, we got out of the truck, and the night was just perfect—calm, clear, and full of stars. We stood there for a while, watching the deer grazing in the distance and just taking in the peacefulness of the night.

As we stood together, I couldn’t think of a better moment. Surrounded by the beauty of nature and feeling completely at home, I knew it was the right time. So, I turned to McKylee, took a deep breath, and asked, “Will you marry me?”

she was in complete shock, but after a beat, she said “Yes!” and we just stood there, taking in the moment—staring at the stars, surrounded by the quiet, and knowing that we were starting a new chapter in our lives.

It was a proposal that felt as grounded and real as our relationship—simple, yet unforgettable. And to this day, every time we look up at the stars, we’re reminded of that perfect night on the mountain.

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