Meredith and Ben first officially met on the American Cancer Society's Little Pink Dress Party committee. But truth be told, they already crossed paths in a funny way- they had matched on Hinge the year before, only for Ben to not message until a month after and then for Meredith to not reply at all. God sure does have perfect timing and a great sense of humor!

When Meredith spotted Ben again, she thought he was pretty cute. A little curious (and maybe a little bold), she asked a friend to do some digging, then added him on Facebook and sent him a message. The rest, as they say, is history.

From their very first date, everything felt natural and right. It didn't take long to realize this was something special. Emotions, trust, and love built quickly and by their seventh date they were already in Las Vegas together, laughing, making memories, and feeling like they'd known each other forever.

But what happened in Vegas did not stay in Vegas! Both Meredith and Ben had wondered if a love like this would ever happen for them- and now they both know: when you know, you know.

Ben and Meredith's first summer together only deepened that truth. They spent time falling in love in helicopter rides over Las Vegas, on sunset cruises on Creampuff (Bens beloved boat on South Holston), spending time at the pool with family and friends, traveling to places like Charleston (Meredith's favorite place) and Grand Teton/Yellowstone National Park, and, of course, trying to train Ben's new rambunctious and adorable puppy, Mabel.

While their feelings for each other grew quickly, they could not be anymore in love with one another.

Ben proposed to Meredith on the front porch of their home. Ben sent Meredith out for food, claiming that he had to work late. When Meredith arrived back home with food, Ben had laid out a trail of rose petals, pictures, and candles to a set dinner table. Ben snuck out to the back porch and ran around to the front of the house to ring the doorbell. It was there that Ben got down on one knee and asked Meredith to continue their love story forever.

Ben and Meredith's love for each other has been a testament of God's perfect timing. Its important to know that God has a plan for everyone's life and to never settle. There is always something better ahead if one keeps their faith!

What started with volunteer work has turned into a whirlwind of laughter, faith, and the kind of certainty that only comes when you've found your person. Theirs is a love only God could have created, and its just beginning of the greatest adventure yet.

M&B

Wedding Day